California State Car Buy Back Program May 2026

To qualify for the statewide BAR program, both you and your vehicle must meet specific criteria:

It must have been continuously registered in California for the past two years without a lapse exceeding 120 days. california state car buy back program

The vehicle must have failed its most recent biennial Smog Check inspection. To qualify for the statewide BAR program, both

You must be the registered owner with a title issued in your name. california state car buy back program

The vehicle must be operable and able to be driven to a BAR-contracted dismantler under its own power.