Dollar Amount by State
Al $31,251,500, Ak, $4,868,500, Az $39,542,500, Ar $23,402,500, Ca $326,822,000, Co $37,676,500, Ct $40,114,000, De $11,235,000, Wa DC $67,500, Fl $146,565,000,  Ga $70,496,000, Guam $675,000, Hi $7,333,500, Id $11,655,000, Il $143,613,000, In $65,797,000, Io $37,728,000, Ks $31,496,500
Ky $40,246,500, La $33,376,500, Ma $16,579,500, Md $74,903,000, Ms $64,855,000, Mi $132,407,500, Mn $73,160,500, Ms $12,463,500, Mo $61,271,500, Mt $6,461,000, Ne $21,784,500, Nv $14,582,000, NH $23,045,500, NJ $103,375,500, NM $13,941,500, NY $156,292,000,NC $78,601,500, ND $8,938,000, Oh $136,267,000, Ok $37,422,000, Or $37,531,500, Pa $138,651,500, PR $2,252,000, RI $10,690,500, SC $37,207,500, SD $10,367,500, Tn $50,949,000, Tx $183,776,500
Ut $24,102,500, Vt $9,879,000, Virgin Is $1,553,000, Va $98,523,500, Wa $55,927,500, WV $13,477,000, Wi $70,165,000, Wy $2,513,000
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8/20/09-  Cash for Clunkers officially ends Monday 8/24/09, and all paperwork has to be submitted by Monday 8pm. And then it's over. 8/6/09  YES back in business- Clunker funded!  But Subaru inventory is low  more updates, news **** If your old car needs more gas than you like (and gas prices are going up). is a bit of an eyesore (would the neighbors clap if it was gone) ? Sounds like you may have a Clunker...  Why not get a new Subaru and spend less on gas and get a car with top safety ratings. Uncle Sam is helping get old cars off the road.

Subaru SVX Clunker headed for the crusher

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updates and news

8/14 incoming cars with a VIN on an incoming, scheduled new car and correct paperwork, a dealer can apply for the Clunker rebate before the new car arrives.
8/6 Back in business- Clunker funded!  Subaru inventory is very low. The Senate passed the $2B funding bill and dealars are once again accepting deals. Subaru inventory is extremely low and there's a lot of pent-up demand, so if there's a car you want, don't heistate.
8/4 Senate vote expected Thursday or Friday (before the recess) though some of the loudest opponents of the clunker legislation, such as Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), have said they will vote against the bill, but not stop a vote.
8/3 The Administration is pressing the Senate to allocate $2B more for the Clunker program, Republicans are trying to derail it.
7/31 House approves $2B. Now to the Senate...
7/30 the sucess of the program has created a huge back-log of paperwork and there are questions about how much longer it will go but it will run through this weekend at least as Congress decides to set aside more funds for the program

What is it?
7/24/09 Cash for Clunkers is in business!

6/20/09 The Consumer Assistance Recycle and Save Act of 2009. On 6/18/09 the Senate passed the $1billion bill, now waiting for the President to sign.
Car buyers can get a $3,500 or $4,500 voucher for trading in an old, inefficient vehicle for a new, more-efficient one between July 1 and November 1, 2009.
7/14/09  this webpage updated
6/26/09 It lives! President Obama signs the bill and it's going to happen.  Now officially called the Car Allowance Rebate System (C.A.R.S.) we call “Cash for Clunkers".

Will New Subarus qualify?
Yes yes yes new Subarus will qualify.  All rebates and financing from Subaru still apply too!
The Forester, Outback, and Tribeca are Category 1 SUVs, the Impreza and Legacy are Passenger Vehicles:

Used Subarus qualify? No, this for new cars only - never titled or licensed.

When will it start?
 July 24th when all systems are in place.

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What's a Clunker?
Any car, SUV or truck that gets bad gas economy (and isn't worth much).
To qualify as a Clunker the car must be  1. driveable;   2. insured and registered in the owner's name for the previous year;   3. get a combined MPG of 18 or less

What is the Combined EPA rating?
It is a combination of the normal city/highway EPA estimates. On new cars this estimate is on the factory window sticker.
The Combined EPA rating is based on 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.

How much money will I get?
Either $3500 or $4500

Voucher amounts  are $3500 or $4500 based on the difference, on the improvement, between your clunker's Combined MPG and the new Subaru's Combined MPG.
It's easy to figure out:
 New passenger cars need an EPA combined 22mpg rating, SUVs and light trucks a combined 18mpg rating.
All Subarus qualify. The Forester, Outback, and Tribeca are Category 1 SUVs, the Impreza and Legacy are Passenger cars

Check your Clunker's EPA combined rating- Start Here to compare your  clunker's MPG to the car you want to purchase for the Voucher amount

I made some tables that might help, click or scroll down for voucher amounts Forester -  Outback  -  Legacy  -  Impreza  -  Tribeca

What do I do?
You need to pick out a new Subaru. That's all.
The dealer will arrange for and deduct the voucher amount from your purchase price and take care of the paperwork for you.

What do I need?
You need to drive your Clunker to the dealer.
> Driver license
> Car registration in your name, for the full 12 months prior to purchase (so you might have to have the previous year also.
> Car Title in your name
> Insurance card
> Proof of Insurance for the past year. If your insurance card doesn't indicate a policy for the full previous 12 months, call your insurance people and request a letter stating you've had insurance on the Clunker for the past year.

Do I pay sales tax?
Yes, you pay your normal applicable state sales taxes. Contact your local dealer who will know how it works.
In Washington State, the voucher is considered a rebate

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How do I find the EPA Combined ratings?
Start Here to compare your  clunker's MPG to the car you want to purchase for the Voucher amount

How long do I have?
Through 11/1/09 unless it runs out of money. It could always be extended, that's up to Congress.

What happens when the money runs out?
Congress allocated $1B or about 250,000 new cars. When the money is gone,  the proghram is over (unless they set up more money) has been refunded with more money

How do I pay
The Voucher is requested by the dealer and amount is credited at time purchase, subtracted from the total price just like any trade-in or cash down payment.
The government sends the Voucher directly to the dealer so you don't have to do anything.

Financing available? You can finance, pay cash or lease the new Subaru, normal payment options are all available.
 Rebates and special finance rates are all available (click for my page on NW area rebates).
The lease period is required to be at least five years so most people will buy.

Can I still get a deal on the car? What about Rebates?
Yes, make your BEST deal. Tthe Cash for Clunkers program doesn't affect your ability to negotiate a discount. All applicable manufacturer rebates and finance still apply

What happens to my Clunker?
Take one last photo and say good-bye to your old friend because it goes to the scrap heap, to the wrecking yard, to where all Clunkers must go eventually.  It will not be resold. The engine will be made inoperable before it is taken to the wrecking yard and dismantled for parts or if it's a really a crushed. A 3000 pound car might be worth app $200 value scrap.

I'm ready...  Where can I get a new Subaru?
Easy, there are Subaru dealers everywhere. Click here to find your local dealer. I sell Subarus in the Seattle area. Contact

How much will I get?
I made some tables that might help, click or scroll down for voucher amounts Forester -  Outback  -  Legacy  -  Impreza  -  Tribeca

Please read- this unofficial, unaurthorized, independent Subaru research site is designed to help you learn about Subarus.
Cash For Clunkers information here has been gathered from a variety of sources including the official sites www.cars.gov and www.fueleconomy.gov and is subject to change, correction, upodating.

This unauthorized website is not sponsored,  supported or approved by Subaru or any dealer.
It not a part of Subaru or any dealer and is not connected to or affiliated with any dealer at all. Always contact your local dealer.  Information subject to change, correction, updating.

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2010 and 2009 Forester Incentive Voucher Amounts
If you want to buy a new 2010 or 2009 Forester ...	the Combined MPG of the new 2010 and 2009 Forester is	your clunker trade must be a	Subtract your clunker's Combined mpg  from the Subaru and if the improvement is	your voucher is
2.5 L 4 cylinder, manual trans: X, Premium model	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
2.5 L 4 cylinder, automatic trans: X, Premium, Limited model	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
2.5 L Turbo 4 cylinder automatic trans: XT model	21 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500

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start Forester EPA ratings research summary

Forester EPA Ratings information here has been gathered by Joe Spitz from a variety of sources including the offical site www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/cash4clunkers.shtml and is subject to change and correction
2010 model	transmission	engine	EPA city/highway	Combined EPA rating	Category for 2010 Forester  voucher amount, notes
2.5X, Premium	manual 5 speed	2.5L 4 cyl	20-26 mpg	22 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
2.5X, Premium, Limited	automatic 4 speed	2.5L 4 cyl	20-26 mpg	22 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
XT turbo	automatic 4 speed	2.5L turbo	19-24 mpg	21 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
2009 model	transmission	engine	EPA city/highway	Combined EPA rating	Category for 2009 Forester  voucher amount, notes
2.5 X, Premium	manual 5 speed	2.5L	20-27mpg	22 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
X, Premium, Limited	automatic 4 speed	2.5L	20-26 mpg	22 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
XT turbo	automatic 4 speed	2.5L turbo	19-24 mpg	21 mpg	SUV, truck category 1

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2010 Outback Incentive amounts scroll down for 2009s
if  you want to buy a new 2010 Outback model:	the Combined MPG of the new Outback car is	your clunker trade must be a	Subtract your clunker's Combined mpg from the Subaru and if the improvement is	your voucher is
2.5L 4 cylinder, manual trans- 2.5i,  Premium models	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
2.5L 4 cylinder, CVT automatic trans - 2.5i, Premium, Limited models	24 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
3.6L 6 cylinder automatic trans:  all 3.6R models	20 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500

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2009 Outback Incentive amounts scroll up for 2010s information here has been gathered by Joe Spitz from a variety of sources including the offical site www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/cash4clunkers.shtml and is subject to change and correction
if you want to buy a new 2009 Outback model:	the Combined MPG of the new Outback car is	your clunker trade must be a	Subtract your clunker's Combined mpg  from the Subaru and if the improvement is	your  voucher is
2.5L 4 cylinder, manual trans- 2.5i and SE models	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
2.5L 4 cylinder,  automatic trans -2.5i, SE, and Limited models	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, manual transmission-  XT models	21 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, automatic transmission-  XT models	20 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2.4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
3.0L 6 cylinder automatic trans:  all 3.0R models	20 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500

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Outback EPA Ratings information here has been gathered by Joe Spitz from a variety of sources including the offical site www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/cash4clunkers.shtml and is subject to change and correction
2010 Outback model	engine	transmission	EPA city/highway mpg	Combined EPA rating	Category for 2010 Outback  voucher amount, notes
2.5i, Premium	2.5L 4 cyl	manual 5 speed	19-27	22mpg	SUV, truck category 1
2.5i, Premium, Limited	2.5L  4 cyl	automatic CVT	22-29	24mpg	SUV, truck category 1
3.6L, all	3.6L 6 cyl	automatic 5 speed	18-25	20mpg	SUV, truck category 1
2009 Outback model	engine	transmission	EPA city/highway mpg	Combined EPA rating	Category for 2009 Outback voucher amount, notes
2.5i, SE	2.5L 4 cyl	manual 5 speed	20-27	22 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
2.5i, SE, Limited	2.5L 4 cyl	automatic 4 speed	20-26	22 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
XT, all	2.5L turbo	manual 5 speed	18-25	21 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
XT, all	2.5L turbo	automatic 5 speed	18-24	20 mpg	SUV, truck category 1
3.0L	3.0L 6 cyl	automatic 5 speed	17-24	20mpg	SUV, truck category 1

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2010 Legacy Incentive amounts scroll down for 2009s information here has been gathered by Joe Spitz from a variety of sources including the offical site www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/cash4clunkers.shtml and is subject to change and correction
if you want to buy a new 2010 Legacy model:	the Combined MPG of the new Outback car is	your clunker trade must be a	Subtract your clunker's Combined mpg  from the Subaru and if the improvement is	your voucher is
2.5L 4 cylinder, manual transmission- 2.5i,  Premium models	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L 4 cylinder, automatic transmission - 2.5i, SE, Limited models	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, manual transmission: GT models	21 mpg	passenger car,  SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
3.6L 6 cylinder automatic transmission:  all 3.6R models	20 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500

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2009 Legacy Incentive Amounts scroll up for 2010s
if you want to buy a new 2009 Legacy model:	the Combined MPG of the new 2009 Legacy car is	your clunker trade must be a	Subtract your clunker's Combined mpg  from the Subaru and if the improvement is	your  voucher is
2.5L 4 cylinder, manual transmission- 2.5i,  SE models	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L 4 cylinder, CVT automatic transmission - 2.5i, Premium, Limited models	26 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, manual transmission GT	21 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, automatic transmission GT	20 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, manual 6 speed transmission, GT specB model	20 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpog	$4500
3.0 6 cylinder automatic transmission:  all 3.0R models	20 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500

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2010 Impreza Incentive Amounts scroll down for 2009s 2010 Imprezas are not yet available
if you want to buy a new 2010 Impreza model: 2010 Impreza not yet available	the Combined MPG of the new Impreza is	your clunker trade must be a	Subtract your clunker's Combined mpg  from the Subaru and if the improvement is	your voucher is the2010 model not yet available
2.5L 4 cylinder, manual transmission- 2.5i,  Premium 4 door sedan or 5 door wagon; Outback Sport 5 door wagon	tba	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L 4 cylinder, automatic transmission - 2.5i,  Premium 4 door sedan or 5 door wagon; Outback Sport 5 door wagon	tba	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, manual transmission WRX	tba	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, automatic transmission GT	tba	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, manual 6 speed  transmission, STI	tba	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500

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2009 Impreza Incentive Amounts scroll up for 2010s (10 Impreza not yet available)
if you want to buy a new 2009 Impreza model:	the Combined MPG of the new Impreza is	your clunker must be a	Subtract your clunker's Combined mpg from the Subaru. If the improvement is	your voucher is
2.5L 4 cylinder, manual transmission- 2.5i,  Premium 4 door sedan or 5 door wagon; Outback Sport 5 door wagon	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L 4 cylinder, automatic transmission - 2.5i,  Premium 4 door sedan or 5 door wagon; Outback Sport 5 door wagon	22 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, manual transmission WRX	21 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, automatic transmission GT	19 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500
2.5L turbo 4 cylinder, manual 6 speed transmission, STI	21 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	4-9 mpg	$3500
			10+ mpg	$4500

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Impreza EPA Ratings Summary information here has been gathered by Joe Spitz from a variety of sources including the offical site www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/cash4clunkers.shtml and is subject to change and correction
2010 model	engine	transmission	EPA city/highway	Combined EPA rating	2010 Impreza Category for voucher amount, notes
2.5i,  Premium 4 door sedan or 5 door wagon; Outback Sport 5 door wagon	2.5L 4 cylinder	manual 5 speed	na	na	passenger car - vehicle not yet available
2.5i,  Premium 4 door sedan or 5 door wagon; Outback Sport 5 door wagon	2.5L 4 cylinder	automatic 4 speed	na	na	passenger car  - vehicle not yet available
WRX, 4door sedan and 5 door wagon	2.5L turbo	manual 5 speed	na	na	passenger car  - vehicle not yet available
STI 5 door wagon	2.5L turbo	manual 6 speed	na	na	passenger car  - vehicle not yet available
WRX GT 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon	2.5L turbo	automatic 4 speed	na	na	passenger car  - vehicle not yet available
2009 model	engine	transmission	EPA city/highway	Combined EPA rating	2009 Impreza Category for voucher amount, notes
2.5i,  Premium 4 door sedan or 5 door wagon; Outback Sport 5 door wagon	2.5L 4 cylinder	manual 5 speed	20-27	22 mpg	passenger car
2.5i,  Premium 4 door sedan or 5 door wagon; Outback Sport 5 door wagon	2.5L 4 cylinder	automatic 4 speed	20-26	22 mpg	passenger car
WRX 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon	2.5L turbo	manual 5 speed	18-25	21 mpg	passenger car
STI 5 door wagon	2.5L turbo	manual 6 speed	17-23	21 mpg	passenger car
WRX GT 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon	2.5L turbo	automatic 4 speed	19-24	19 mpg	passenger car

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2009 Tribeca Incentive amounts
If you want to buy a new 2009 or 2010 Tribeca ...	the Combined MPG rating of the new Tribeca	your clunker trade must be a	Subtract your clunker's Combined mpg  from the Subaru and if the improvement is	your  voucher is
2010 3.6L 6 cylinder, all models 2010 Tribeca not available	2010 TBA mpg 2010 Tribeca not yet available	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500
2009 3.6L 6 cylinder, all models	18 mpg	passenger car, SUV Category 1 or 2 truck	2-4 mpg	$3500
			5+ mpg	$4500

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Tribeca EPA Ratings Summary  information here has been gathered by Joe Spitz from a variety of sources including the offical site www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/cash4clunkers.shtml and is subject to change and correction
model	year	engine	transmission	EPA city/Highway mpg	Combined EPA	Notes
Tribeca-  all models 2010 not yet available	2010	3.6L	automatic 5 speed	TBA- 2010 not yet available	TBA	SUV, truck category 1
Tribeca- all models	2009	3.6L	automatic 5 speed	16-21	18 mpg	SUV, truck category 1

Thanks for visiting
Joe

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