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Basic Overview:

You could get $3,500 or $4,500 from the federal government for trading in an old, inefficient vehicle for a new, more-efficient one.

The Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS), sometimes called "Cash for Clunkers".
For official information about the program, visit C.A.R.S - car allowance rebate system

CLICK HERE to see if you QUALIFY: www.fueleconomy.gov/cars/

Does My Clunker Qualify?

Both your trade-in vehicle and the new vehicle must meet several conditions to qualify.

Your trade-in vehicle must:

Be in drivable condition
Have been continuously insured consistent with State laws and registered to you for at least one year immediately prior to trade-in
Be manufactured less than 25 years before the date of the trade-in (i.e., before mid- to late-1984)
Have a combined MPG of 18 or less. This does not apply to category 3 trucks---trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) between 8,500 lbs. and 10,000 lbs.

Sample MPG display showing combined fuel economy rating MPG requirements for 1985 and newer model year vehicles are based on the Combined "New EPA MPG" as given in the Find a Car section at fueleconomy.gov. Data for 1984 model year vehicles will be added soon.

The purchased/leased vehicle must:

Be new (i.e., legal title has not been transferred to anyone)
Have a manufacturer's suggested retail price is $45,000 or less
Leased vehicles must be leased for at least 5 years

How Much Cash Can I Get?

The incentive amount depends upon the kind of vehicle you purchase, its MPG relative to your trade-in vehicle, and in some cases, the kind of vehicle you trade in.

Fueleconomy.gov will be providing a feature soon that will help you (1) determine whether your current vehicle is eligible and (2) identify which new vehicles qualify for the incentive. In the meantime, you can use the table below as a guide. Official EPA MPG estimates can be found in Find a Car---use the Combined "New EPA MPG" estimates.

New Vehicle Type*	New Vehicle MPG†	Trade-in Type	New Vehicle Improvement†	Incentive
Passenger Car	At least 22 MPG	Passenger car; category 1 or 2 truck‡	At least 4 MPG	$3,500
Passenger Car	At least 22 MPG	Passenger car; category 1 or 2 truck‡	At least 10 MPG	$4,500
Category 1 Trucks: SUVs, including MDPVs between 8,500 and 10,000 lbs. Pickups w/ GVWR <8,500 lbs. & wheelbase <= 115 in. Vans w/ GVWR <8,500 lbs. and wheelbase <= 124 in.	At least 18 MPG	Passenger car; category 1 or 2 truck‡	At least 2 MPG	$3,500
	At least 18 MPG	Passenger car; category 1 or 2 truck‡	At least 5 MPG	$4,500
Category 2 Truck: Pickups w/ GVWR <= 8,500 lbs. & wheelbase > 115 in. Vans w/ GVWR <= 8,500 lbs. & wheelbase > 124 in.	At least 15 MPG	Category 2 truck	At least 1 MPG	$3,500
		Category 2 truck	At least 2 MPG	$4,500
		Category 3 truck (2001 model or older)	NA§	$3,500
Category 3 Truck: All trucks w/ GVWR 8,500-10,000 lbs., excluding MDPVs	NA§	Category 3 truck (2001 model or older)	Similar in size or smaller than trade-in§	$3,500

*GVWR = Gross Vehicle Weight Rating; MDPV = Medium-Duty Passenger Vehicle.
†MPG requirements are based on Combined "New EPA MPG" as given in our Find a Car section.
‡Category 3 trucks cannot be traded for passenger vehicles or Category 1 trucks.
§Not applicable; Category 3 trucks do not have EPA MPG ratings.

-------------- Frequently Asked Questions: -----------------

“CARS” Program Rules

The www.cars.gov website is the final authority on all CARS program rules, regulations and
requirements.
What is goal of the “CARS” Program?

The “CARS” program provides incentives to owners of older, less fuel efficient vehicles to
trade them in and purchase new, more fuel-efficient ones. The program will benefit
American consumers, stimulate showroom traffic and auto sales, and help to reduce fuel use
and vehicle emissions. New vehicles are cleaner, more fuel efficient and have many safety
technologies not available on older ones. It will also spark a recovery in the economy.
How does the “CARS” program work?

An owner of a passenger car, minivan, SUV or pick-up truck that gets an EPA combined 18
mpg or less can trade it in for a government electronic voucher good toward the purchase of
a new vehicle. The amount of the voucher is either $3,500 or $4,500, depending on the
mpg improvement of the new vehicle over the one it replaces. The mpg improvement
required for the $4,500 voucher is substantially easier to achieve for vehicles classified as
“Trucks” (including SUVs, minivans and pick-up trucks) than for passenger cars.
What is the current status of the “CARS” legislation?

The President signed it into law Wednesday, June 24.
What older vehicles are eligible for the program?

The vehicle being traded in must be manufactured less than 25 years before the date of the
trade-in. Antique car collectors and hobbyists asked that vehicles more than 25 years old be
ineligible. Most importantly, the trade-in vehicle must have a combined (city/hwy) fuel
economy rating of 18 mpg or less (varies by type of vehicle).
Are there other restrictions, such as length of ownership?

The trade-in vehicle must be in drivable condition and have been continuously insured and
registered to the same owner for at least one year immediately prior to the trade-in.
How can dealers and customers tell if a vehicle is eligible for trade-in under the
program?

NHTSA launched its “CARS” website on June 19, 2009 at www.cars.gov . Currently it has
minimal information, but eventually there will be additional consumer information and
dealers portals. In the meantime, dealers and consumers can check the combined fuel
economy ratings of older vehicles on www.fueleconomy.gov to see if they qualify. Click on
“Compare Side by Side” and select a model year and vehicle make to find the Combined
EPA label figures for a given model. The correct mpg number is the one listed as “Estimated
New EPA mpg.”
What Nissan models are eligible for trade-in?

Many older Nissan Quests, Frontiers, Titans, Pathfinders, Armadas, and Xterras have
combined fuel economy ratings of 18 mpg or less, making them eligible for the program.
For specific vehicle questions, visit www.fueleconomy.gov.
Can any make of vehicle be turned in at a Nissan dealer? For example, can an
owner trade-in a Chrysler minivan toward a new Altima or Rogue?

Yes. Any make of vehicle can be turned in at any registered Nissan dealer. The applicable
voucher amount MUST be applied as a down-payment or partial payment towards a new
Nissan vehicle. In order for a Nissan dealer to process the electronic voucher, the customer
must purchase an eligible new Nissan vehicle.
Is there a price cap on the vehicles eligible for purchase with the electronic
voucher?

Yes. The price cap on the vehicle is $45,000 MSRP.
Is the value of the voucher tax-free to the customer?

Yes.
Is there an income limit that disqualifies certain vehicle owners?

No.
When will the program start?

The legislation states that the program begins July 1, 2009. However, a 30-day period is
provided for the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to implement the program.
Although dealers can technically begin sales under the program as of July 1, 2009, the
government has informed us they will not be prepared to reimburse dealers on July 1, 2009.
It is unclear when they will be able to accept claims, but likely by the end of July, if not
earlier. It is also unclear if they will honor sales retroactively but the government has
promised to clarify this by July 1.
How long will the program last?

The program will be in effect through November 1, 2009 or until the initial $1 billion in
federal funding for the vouchers runs out, whichever occurs earlier. It is uncertain whether
Congress will approve additional funding to extend the program.
What specific Nissan models can be purchased with a government voucher?

A consumer will qualify for at least $3,500 incentive on the models listed below and in some
cases $4,500, depending on the improvement in fuel economy of the new model compared
to the vehicle being replaced. The combined fuel economy for the new vehicles can be found
on www.fueleconomy.gov .

Some of the Nissan Models:

• 09 Cube, 6MT, 26 combined EPA
• 09 Cube, CVT, 29 combined EPA
• 09 Versa, 6MT, 4AT, and CVT, ranging 27 – 30 combined EPA
• 09 Sentra, 6MT and CVT, ranging 24 – 29 combined EPA
• 09 Altima Sedan, 6MT and CVT, ranging 21 – 26 combined EPA
• 09 Altima Sedan HEV, 34 combined EPA
• 09 Maxima CVT, 22 combined EPA
• 09 Quest CVT, 19 combined EPA
• 09 Rogue CVT 2WD or AWD, ranging 23 – 24 combined EPA
• 09 Murano CVT 2WD or AWD, 20 combined EPA
• 09 Frontier 5MT or 5AT 2WD QR25 engine, ranging 19 – 21 combined EPA
**Only 2 Frontier models with specific engine code QR25 qualify
How many vehicles will be sold under the program?

The original goal was to trade-in one million older, less fuel-efficient vehicles and replace
them with new, more fuel-efficient ones. However, the $1 billion in initial funding provided
by Congress will cover about 250,000 vehicles.
Are lease vehicles included in the program?

Vehicles may be leased using the voucher, but only if the lease term is 5 years or longer.
What happens to the vehicle once it’s transferred to a dismantler or recycler?

The vehicle will be crushed or dismantled and not re-sold as a vehicle to a consumer. The
recycler is permitted to sell some parts but must comply with all environmental laws on
disposal.
Can a customer trade-in two clunkers and combine two vouchers towards the
purchase of a new Nissan?

No. Only one voucher may be applied toward the purchase of a single vehicle.
Can an individual obtain more than one voucher?

No. Each individual and each trade-in vehicle is eligible for only one voucher.

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C.A.R.S. Car Allowance Rebate System
More info: www.cars.gov	Also known as "CASH FOR CLUNKERS"