This program buys high-polluting vehicles from motorists. You may apply for the vehicle retirement program at any time and for any reason. The program will offer $1500 for low income applicants, and $1000 to above income.

The goal of the vehicle buy back program is to encourage the removal of older polluting vehicles from California in order to replace them with newer less polluting transportation, in the forms of cleaner emission vehicles, electric cars, bike lanes, and mass transit.

You must first obtain and mail in a CAP application to the Bureau of Automotive Repairs. Upon recieving approval you will be directed to a CAP authorized dismantler to turn in your vehicle and receive a payment. Contact the California State Bureau of Automotive Repairs at 1.800.952.5210 to have an application mailed out to you today.

You may also begin the CAP application process by completing the Consumer Assistance Application online, and mail it in.

2011 UPDATE - You can apply for the CAP Buy Back Program any time you'd like, and for any reason! If you want to get rid of you old smog test failing car, truck, SUV, Van, and even your RV, sign up today; download our online California Buy Back Program Vehicle Retirement application now.