In New Jersey it should be possible for 17 year old Ryan or his 22 year old sister (if she acquires her driver's license) to own a vehicle and obtain insurance. In NJ one must be at least 17 to register a vehicle. The NJ Motor Vehicle Commission states that a car registered in the name of a decedent may be operated for 30 days after the death by an immediate family member or any licensed driver who has permission from the surviving family member.

The MVC has certain rules for how to transfer the title if the vehicle is left in the will, to an estate or without a will. So that the car can be properly titled after Ryan's dad's passing, contact the MVC for specifics. It would also be wise to speak with the dad's car insurance company now to find out what it will take to change the policy after his death. If Ryan or his sister need to obtain insurance through a new company we can help to find a cheap car insurance quote.