Government Buys Your Car -

The state provides a cash payment to eligible vehicle owners who voluntarily retire their cars at a state-contracted dismantler. Most eligible owners receive $1,000 .

The primary way the government "buys" your car is through , which provide financial incentives to remove older, high-polluting vehicles from the road. In California, this is managed by the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) under the Consumer Assistance Program (CAP). Vehicle Retirement Program Summary government buys your car

You must be the registered owner with a title issued in your name. The state provides a cash payment to eligible

Take your car to an approved dismantler before the expiration date on your letter. You must bring the vehicle's title. In California, this is managed by the Bureau

After the dismantler processes the vehicle, the state typically issues payment (via check or direct deposit) within 6 to 8 weeks . Other Government Incentives