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Nick's Auto Advice Newsletter - August 2009

Consumers Helping Consumers with "Cash for Clunkers"
 
  Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck Latest "Cash for Clunkers" Facts & News
  Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck Frequently Asked Questions by Consumers

Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck
Is this you?
"I want to keep my car for as long as possible and I want it to look and run great."
"I want to keep my car for as long as possible with minimum cost."

This is just about everyone these days! The economic crunch has helped us all take a second look at our expenses as well as the life of our vehicles. This newsletter is sent to you monthly to give you the best tips and information available on the web to make educated choices and decisions when it comes to YOUR vehicle. We also include a money saving coupon with each newsletter.
New to this newsletter? Check out our previous newsletters and coupons! You can also request an appointment for your vehicle ONLINE!

Hope you find this months newsletter helpful!

Nick Gramigna

Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck
Latest "Cash for Clunkers" Facts & News
 

For this months newsletter, I came across a great website that can really help the consumer if you are looking to purchase a car under the Cash for Clunkers program. If you are seriously considering trading in your clunker, this site will be a big help. First here are some critical facts you need to know:

  • To participate in the CARS program, you do not have to sign an agreement to pay back the dealer the CARS credit amount if the deal is rejected.

  • You are required to leave your trade-in vehicle at the dealership and sign over the title to the trade-in vehicle at the time of the deal.

  • The dealer must give you the new vehicle at the time of the deal.

  • Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date

  • Only purchase or lease of new vehicles qualify.

  • Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG (some very large pick-up trucks and cargo vans have different requirements).

  • Trade-in vehicles must be registered and insured continuously for the full year preceding the trade-in.

  • You don't need a voucher, dealers will apply a credit at purchase.

  • Program runs through Nov 1, 2009 or when the funds are exhausted, whichever comes first.

  • The program requires the scrapping of your eligible trade-in vehicle and that the dealer disclose to you an estimate of the scrap value of your trade-in. The scrap value, minus $50 the dealer keeps for administrative fees, will be in addition to the rebate, and not in place of the rebate.

 

Here's what they have to say at www.cashforclunkersfacts.com This website is created by consumers for consumers who have questions on the CARS program. This is not a government website:
 

Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck August 17, 2009 - Rep. Joe Sestak Calls on Obama For Cash For Clunkers Payment Action - Read More

Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck August 16, 2009 – The clock is ticking on CARS funding; read these 3 articles before you shop – Read More

Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck August 14, 2009 - The Cash for Clunkers Honeymoon is Over – Find Out Why? – Read More

Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck August 13, 2009 - NHTSA now will allow consumers to order a new car not in stock and get rebate - Read More

Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck August 13, 2009 - NHTSA Body Slams Sales Contingency Contracts forcing dealers to leave the ring – Read More

 

Frequently Asked Questions by Consumers

  1. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck The CARS credits of $3,500 or $4,500 are for new car purchases.  New as defined by the laws in your state which normally means that it has never been titled.  The new car can be a 2008, 2009 or 2010 model.  

  2. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck Car purchases that qualify for the voucher have to be between July 1, 2009 and November 1, 2009.  Cars purchased or traded in before July 1, 2009 do not qualify.

  3. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck If your vehicle is worth more than $4,500 there is no incentive to participate in the CARS program.  You can trade in your vehicle and apply factory rebates and credits.

  4. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck You will not get a CARS credit plus trade-in value because the car will be sent to the scrap yard.  Your CARS credit of $3,500 or $4,500 is your total trade-in credit.

  5. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck You can purchase or finance a car with your trade-in.  If you decide to lease a car the lease term has to be 60 months or higher.

  6. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck You can not trade in a motorcycle or purchase a motorcycle in the CARS program.

  7. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truckYou must be able to drive your trade-in to the dealer where you are buying the new car. 

  8. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck The CARS credit is not taxable to consumers.

  9. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck There are no income limits on who can purchase and qualify for a voucher.

  10. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck The new car you purchase can not have an MSRP over $45,000.

  11. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck You can not trade in two clunkers for the purchase of one new car.

  12. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck There is only ONE place to get the FINAL mpg ratings for your car and that is www.cars.gov.

  13. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck The EPA mpg estimates used for qualification are the COMBINED numbers the government website. If you need help reading your COMBINED number, see this guide.

  14. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck The EPA Combined MPG may not reflect what you experience due to the condition of your car BUT that is the only guide that car dealers can use.  Car dealers can not test your actual MPG ratings.  Your actual mpg has no determination on your ability to qualify for the CARS program.

  15. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck Since monies for the CARS program are limited do not plan that the program will last until November 1st without additional funding so act quickly, if you can.

  16. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck Manufacturer rebates or incentives can be combined with your CARS credits.  See list

  17. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck Consumers will complete the entire transaction at the new car dealership and do not need to apply or register online in advance. 

  18. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck The amount of your voucher ($3,500 or $4,500) will be determined at the dealership where you are purchasing a new car based on Federal MPG guidelines and the car you want to purchase.  If you are unsure, contact a local dealer with your questions

  19. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck Your trade-in can not be more than 25 years old.  Period.

  20. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck Dealers will be registering for the program on Friday July 24, 2009.  Please give them the benefit of the doubt as they get up to speed on the program rules as quickly as possible.

  21. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck If your car is not listed on the NHTSA website, speak with your local dealer about qualifying your car after July 24, 2009.

  22. Nick’s Precision Automotive, Honda repair, Acura repair, Connecticut car repair, connecticut, auto, ct, Ct, Fairfield, Bridgeport, emissions testing, tires, foreign, domestic, oil change, car, suv, truck If you don’t qualify, get on the Cash for Clunkers Petition.  www.nocashforclunkers.com

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