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Old-Vehicle Scrapping Program

Vehicle Eligibility Requirements (for SCAQMD's Program):

  • Vehicle owner volunteers to sell for a price agreed on by seller and scrapper
  • Continuously registered with the DMV to an address within the AQMD as an operable vehicle for at least 24 months prior to final sale
  • Vehicle must be evaluated to have 3 remaining years of useful life
  • Vehicle must be driven to buyback location under own power
  • Equipment requirements:
  • Vehicle must start using keyed ignition system

  • Vehicle shall be driven forward and in reverse for 25 feet under its own power

  • All doors are present and in place

  • The hood is in place

  • The dashboard is in place

  • The windshield is in place

  • The driver’s seat is in place

  • Interior pedals controlling the brake, clutch, and accelerator, are operational

  • One bumper and all side and/or quarter panels are present and in place

  • Vehicle drivability is not affected by any body, steering, or suspension damage

  • Exhaust system is present and in place

  • One headlight, one taillight, and one brake light are present and in place

  • One side window glass is present and in place

  • Complies with smog check requirements

  • No starting fluid aids- no gasoline down the carburetor to start the vehicle

Still not sure? Contact your nearest LICENSED SCRAPPER.

 
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