Here is information on a lien sale, but I doubt that this situation will apply in your case:
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/howto/htvr7.htm
And how to register an OHV:
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/howto/htvr19.htm
And if you go to www.dmv.ca.gov you will find all manner of information.
- Carl

