Vehicle must be operable (it must be able to start and drive on its own power to a dismantler). The applicant must be the registered owner.
Offers $2,000 for 2003 or older vehicles.
Here is a comprehensive overview of the California state car buy back programs available in 2026. 1. BAR Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) Vehicle Retirement
Offers vehicle scrapping, often with similar requirements to the state program.
If you are looking to replace your older vehicle rather than just scrap it, this program offers significantly higher incentives.