Cash For Junk Cars

Cash For Junk Cars

Cash For Junk Cars- Cash For Clunker is over but there are still very excellent deals if you have a clunker.

That’s why I kept this website going. If any of the links on the site interest you feel free to investigate.

You may find a deal that is better than the old cash for clunkers program.

Cash For Junk Cars – The cash for clunkers is one more plan by the Barack Hussein Obama that not only attempts to make all of us good little subjects, but actually transfers wealth to his supporters who comply. The idea of the government giving $4500 toward the purchase of a new or late model car, if it is a car approved by our beneficent government is opposed by the 54% who understand the implications of this incentive program.

Only about a third (35% according to a recent Rasmussen poll), think it’s a good idea, with government employees giving it higher marks than the general population. That pretty much aligns with the number of hard core Democrats… maybe even the future number of government workers. This form of social engineering is an attempt to get people to buy cars that both foreign and domestic manufacturers have been producing, but people have not been buying in significant quantities. They are trying to get people to purchase smaller, lighter, more fuel efficient vehicles that most people understand instinctively are more cramped and hazardous to their occupants.

I am wondering how many of us are willing to put our children and, in my case, grand children, at greater risk to solve a problem that, most likely, does not even exist? For the presidents rabid environmentalist supporters who believe that man’s presence is detrimental to the earth itself, the answer is simple. The earth must survive, even if I and my family do not.

These undersized and generally underpowered machines are touted to have passed the regular safety tests our big brother now imposes on all vehicles sold in the US. This is great, but they leave out the getting-run-over-by-an-SUV test and don’t even think about an eighteen wheeler.

The other problem with this, besides the safety issue, is that our country has an almost ten percent unemployment rate, many people are struggling to get by. Many have learned that debt, while it lets you get nice things now, is killing them financially. They have put off buying a new, or late model, car so they can get their financial house in order. The government is, once again, enticing these people to act against their best interest and go into debt to buy another vehicle that they may not really need, but will make mother earth and the environmental extremists happy.

Perhaps the worst part of the plan is that it takes borrowed money and gives it to a favored few who can already afford a car and leaves it to future generations to pay back. It does not help the general welfare of the citizens, unless one buys the argument that everyone benefits from the marginally cleaner air and more stable climate these cars will facilitate. If one does not understand the logic of our betters, it’s just more money taken from everyone and flushed down the drain into the pockets of the favored few.

Should some readers believe this is a good idea, or think it’s a bad idea, but are willing to take advantage of it anyway, it’s been suggested that even if you don’t have a suitable junker to trade in, go out an buy a $700 clunker to trade for the $4500 credit. Apparently to prosper in this new world order, it helps to have a larcenous streak with no conscience to get in the way.

Larry D Miller is a web developer who has been involved in the political world for the past twenty some years. His company, Simple Webs, works with organizatins and candidates and can be seen at http://www.simplewebs.biz and his current project, http://www.politicalchristian.org examines the relationship between Christians and the political sphere.

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On Weds June 24th President Obama signed the much debated “Cash for Clunkers” bill which in summary allows a buyer to trade-in his/her old gas-guzzler for a new more fuel efficient ride and get up to $4,500 in a voucher toward the purchase price of this new vehicle. The program will now be known as Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS). There was opposition on all sides to this bill. The environmentalist felt the bill did not go far enough to improve fuel economy.

They pointed to the fact that one of the new vehicles that qualified was the Hummer 3. The automotive industry supporters feel that more that than the $1 billion that has been allocated is needed to jump start the car sales. This amount would allow approximately 250,000 consumers to participate in the program. Note, the original Cash for Clunkers bill had a $4 billion price tag. And of course, there are many who feel we have spent enough of the tax payers money to bail out the automotive industry. About $60 billion has been allocated so far, what is another billion.

OK, it is now time to move on and stop the “Why this program will not work and is a waste, etc”. This program can do some good. How many things have come of out Washington lately that will actually stimulate consumer spending? In all the bailout money what can we really point to that has helped we understand. The Cash for Clunkers program will stimulate car buying and has shown to do this in Europe, proving to be very successful. The American people can understand this program and will get factual results on how it is doing. American’s understand car sells numbers.

As a summary, the basic rules for Cash for Clunkers are:

Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date.

Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG (some very large pick-up trucks and cargo vans have different requirements, that is trucks classified as non-passenger vehicles).

Trade-in vehicles must be registered and insured continuously for the full year preceding the trade-in date. The dealer must monitor this closely.

Trade-in vehicle must be drivable. I would say this might be up for interpretation.

Owners who purchase a new passenger car that gets at least 4 mpg higher than their old “clunker” get a $3,500 voucher. If the mileage difference is more than 10 mpg, the consumer gets the full $4,500.

Buyers of small trucks and SUVs need less of an improvement to get the same amounts. If the new vehicle gets at least 2 mpg more than the “clunker,” a $3,500 voucher is issued; for new trucks or SUV’s getting 5 mpg, the new car owner gets $4,500.

Money can only go towards purchase or lease of new vehicles that qualify. Used cars need not ably.

Qualifying lease means a lease of an automobile of not less than 5 years.

The fuel efficient automobile must have a MSRP of $45,000 or less.

You don’t need a voucher, dealers will apply a credit at purchase and will get their money from the government.

Program to run from July 24 to November 1, 2009 or when the funds run out whichever is sooner.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is responsible for formulating the final rules and how to administrate the program with the dealers. They have 30 days to get this done and roll-out the program with the roll-out date being July 24, 2009

Buyers Beware!

Why do I make the statement buyer beware? Of course in every new program there are the scammers and opportunist who are just waiting to take advantage of the uninformed. There currently are websites offering to pre-register you for the CARS program and register you with local dealers. As a buyer you do not need to pre-register with anyone. I repeat do not pre-register, do not give out your personal information, especially your social security number.

The government is handling the program and will not be turning it over to any 3rd party. The CARS program will not request electronic submission of information from the individual consumer. When the program is finalized by the NHTSA dealers will then sign up with the NHTSA if they want to participate. $50 million of the $1 billion for this bill has been set aside to administer this 3 month program. Hopefully that is enough for the NHTSA to do a good job.

It will be interesting to see how honest the individual dealers will be with explaining how the program works. On the national level you know that GM, Ford, Chrysler etc will do a very good job of marketing this program. What I am talking about is when you walk onto the showroom floor. Remember, we are talking about car salesman here. A key point for the consumer to be aware of is that this rebate program is not to be taking the place of any current rebates the dealer may have.

The bill states ” requires the dealer to use the voucher in addition to any other rebate or discount advertised by the dealer or offered by the manufacturer for the new fuel efficient automobile and prohibit the dealer from using the voucher to offset any such other rebate of discount”. Also bear in mind that Cash for Clunkers has no impact on the cash-back and financing incentives that manufacturers offer; using the CARS credit won’t stop you from cashing in on those deals also. Also any other government rebates, such as for hybrids, can be used with the CARS program.

Be mindful that the dealer cannot charge you a specific fee for administering the CARS program when you purchase or lease. They can only charge their normal type of fees. Do not let a dealer charge you an extra $250 for CARS admin fee. You know some may try.

Be an educated consumer. Know the rules. Get your credit and loan lined up before you start your shopping. The CARS program can be a great opportunity for you.

For more information on the Cash for Clunkers program go to the Cash for Clunkers Blog

Go to http://www.cashforclunkersblog.com for further information on the government’s Cash for Clunkers voucher program. This website offers up-to-date information on the program, scams that may be developing, and latest manufacturers’ information.

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The web is ablaze with word of the Cash for Clunkers program that recently passed in the US Congress. There’s a whole lot of info out there, some of it confusing, some amusing and some simply overwhelming! You know I wont win any Pulitzers but I’ll try to give you all the basics. Neatly tucked into a military spending bill is a $1 billion dollar spending program aimed at getting older, less fuel efficient cars off the road and thus helping stimulate new auto sales at the same time. The Consumer Assistance Recycle and Save Act of 2009 (CARS), more commonly known as the Cash for Clunkers program allows consumers with qualifying vehicles to receive a voucher for up to $4,500.00 when they trade in their clunker for a new car, truck or SUV. So, that ‘92 Camaro in the driveway that runs and is still registered may just get you a real nice down payment, just know that its going to be completely scrapped! The rules and guidelines are many and in fact, the government hasn’t even told us as dealers how to register for the program yet but here are a few highlights.

What is a “Clunker”? Qualifying vehicles, ‘clunkers’, are drivable vehicles manufactured within the last 25 years that have been registered and insured for at least one year prior to the trade in date. In straight talk, no junk yard beaters or used car ‘flips’ will be allowed. Vehicles must have mileage ratings of no more than 18 MPG as per FuelEconomy.gov and yes, it will be verified!

How much will I get? That is depends on what you purchase…

Passenger Cars: New passenger cars will qualify under the program only if they have a fuel economy of at least 22 MPG. If the new model gets four more miles to the gallon than the old car, you qualify for the $3,500 credit. With a 10 MPG improvement or more, you can qualify for a $4,500 credit.

Trucks and SUVs: For light trucks, SUVs and minivans, the new vehicle has to get at least 18 MPG and can offer as little as a 2 MPG improvement over the old one to qualify for $3,500. With a minimum 5 MPG improvement, you can qualify for $4,500.

What type of vehicle can I buy to be eligible? A new previously unregistered vehicle that has an MSRP of under $45,000.00 and if leasing the lease term must be at least 5 years.

Of course there are a ton of websites with more info however please be careful, there are already scam sites that are misleading folks and costing people money. The Nissan Guy suggests you check out the FuelEconomy.gov site, it is the governments own site after all and believe it or not they break it down fairly simply, heck even I understood it! So grab the keys to the ole Camaro and I will see you soon!

Michael Correra
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President Obama signed the Car Allowance Rebate System program, which is better known as CARS. The program is being renamed the Cash for Clunkers program in the media because of its intended purpose. In this article, we take a look at the rules for the program.

The Cash for Clunkers program is designed to help people buy a new, fuel efficient car by trading in an old clunker that gets poor mileage. This goal is achieved by providing a rebate on the new car purchase at a dealer. The rebate is not in addition to any trade-in value for your old car, but a replacement for that trade in. The total amount is no more than $4,500.

The Cash for Clunkers program does not apply to every possible old clunker. Nope. We are talking about a government act, so you know there are going to be a host of rules. Actually, they are not too bad in this case. To qualify for the program, your car must be less than 25 years old. You must have owned, registered and insured it for a minimum of one continuous year. It must be in drivable condition. It must get less than 18 miles to the gallon when city and highway mileage is combined. The new car you are buying cannot cost more than $45,000.

The interesting thing about the Cash for Clunkers program is the trade in value of your old clunker. You cannot look to Kelly’s Blue Book or some other independent source for the valuation. Why? Well, it has to do with what is going to happen to your old car or truck. When it is traded in, the dealer will not fix it up and resell it. Instead, the law requires that the car be destroyed. As a result, the dealer is only going to offer you a trade in value that is equal to the scrap price of your vehicle.

The Cash for Clunkers program is now an official program, but the exact details of how it will work in the public environment are still open to change. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is in charge of implementing the program and has indicated it will be late July 20ǩ before it does so. In short, keep an eye out for further developments which will undoubtedly be broadcast in the news.

Dirk Gibson writes for DCJAutoParts.com – where you can read more car articles packed with information.

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The US auto industry remains embroiled in its worst downturn in more than a generation, with little sign that things will improve in the coming months. This is bad news for an industry that impacts millions of jobs, one more drag on a battered economy.

Debating Cash For Clunkers Legislation

Congress has been debating the merits of presenting a bill that could ease the suffering of the car industry, legislations commonly called “cash for clunkers” to reflect the trading in of an older car for a new one. This program, which is headed for final consideration, currently plans to offer new car buyers as much as $4500 to trade in their old cars for something new and more fuel efficient.

The idea for “cash for clunkers” initiated overseas where in Germany that country’s scrappage program has been overwhelmingly successful. The German solution to helping a battered industry was initially established to assist the first 600,000 consumers who took advantage of the program. But, because the program has been such an overwhelming success, it is being expanded to reach two million car buyers.

Currently, the proposed US program is set up to help one million buyers, therefore our legislators should expect that the program will need to be expanded down the line. Perhaps offering the deal to the first five million buyers from the onset would give consumers the encouragement they need to buy now.

Trickling Down To Help The Economy

Funding for the scrappage program – traded-in vehicles would head to the scrap yard – still needs to be set aside, but given that the current administration is proposing a whopping tax hike, some of the monies could come from that pot. Regardless, once the program is in place, the boost to the economy should be significant in the form of increased tax revenue and fees, improved dealership sales, job retention, and more.

Many businesses will thrive as new car owners purchase accessories to go with their cars and choose other enhancements to personalize their buying experience. These steps, taken collectively, could help lead our nation out of a prolonged recession into what many hope will become a new age of prosperity. Let’s just hope that our elected officials come up with the right plan…and soon!

Matthew C. Keegan is a freelance writer who resides in North Carolina. Matt is a contributing writer for Andy’s Auto Sport an aftermarket supplier of quality parts including Honda wheels and Honda Civic rims.

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Currently a bill is being sent to propose an economic stimulus package. Included in this package is a proposal to institute a federal vehicle scrappage program. After seeing this bill mentioned on the SEMA Action Network website I wanted to take a second to inform our readers of the program and hopefully inspire you to take action against it.

The Federal Scrappage program will quite frankly give tax credits to people who wish to turn in their older vehicles to be scrapped. The attempted benefits of this program are supposed to be increased infrastructure and more jobs created as well as help drive car sales for American car manufacturers. I for one strongly disagree with the proposal and believe that this will actually be a backwards step towards making any real progress.

This is not purely because I have a love of older cars, but a hatred of wasted tax dollars on programs that will not benefit the American people. Americans rely on the ability to be able to find cheap and affordable transportation and being able to reuse and continue to buy older cars. As you can see from my website I myself have made it a mission to spread this message and help people realize how much vehicle they can get for their hard earned dollar.

The “Big Three” are not solely to blame for their own problems as a combination of a crisis in the markets of credit,fuel, and housing have limited the American peoples ability easily buy a new car and be able to afford to make monthly payments and this crisis has also very suddenly changed our tastes and demands in what we expect in a vehicle. This change in our demands has hit the big three in a time where they do not seem currently capable of adjusting in time and this has lead to the downward spiral.

Commercial vehicles are what really drives this country. Practically every product we have and use is based on its ability to be delivered to us via commercial trucking and equipment. We need to focus on a restructure of this infrastructure and a promotion of the use of cleaner and more cost effective fueling methods in our commercial vehicles as well as provide government credits and incentives for companies to be able to make these changes. If our commercial transportation industry can expand and become more efficient then we should see a domino effect in the reduced cost of all of the products and services we use and need everyday. This can range from food to even home construction costs.

So if you haven’t already contact your local representative and how they feel on this matter and lets do what we can to defend our old vehicles not just for their history, but for their role in providing inexpensive transportation for the American public.

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