Short answer - no - I bought a Cobra from a guy in Arizona - it had Arizona title and registration - I live in Sacramento area and went through the SB-100 certificate process. I had to get make an appointment with the CHP office in Auburn, CA to do the VIN check and safety check - My car does not have windshield wipers, hazard flashers (has turn signals) and no back-up light - I did this about 2 years ago so unless something has changed you shouldn't have any probs!
Good luck!!