1992 Mercury Tracer - Can I retire it to CAP if it fails the smog check?

I was going to sell my car, but I fear it might not pass smog, as I can smell gas when the engine is running. It does not say on my registration that I need to do a smog this year.

Do I take it to a test only place? And, if it fails, where to I take it to, to retire it? And, when and how you pay people?

Someone told me the refund would be applied to your taxes the following year. Is this true?

I live in Chico, CA and want to know the nearest place to turn it in, and the process, etc. Thank you kindly!

Answer:

Since your Mercury Tracer's registration renewal does not ask for a smog check this year you can take it for a smog check (for the purpose of selling the vehicle) to any smog station you choose; test only, test & repair, or gold shield. If your Mercury fails the smog check you can then apply for the CAP vehicle retirement program which will pay you $1000.00 soon as your application is accepted and you take your Mercury to an authorized CAP vehicle dismantler.

Follow this link for information on CAP Vehicle Buy Back Program...
CAP Vehicle Retirement Program

posted by SmogTips Support

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