Top ten list of vehicles that shouldn’t be traded in for “Cash for Clunkers”

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I have more personal reservations about this popular program. Seems like a whole lot  of money thrown away for minimal effect on the environment. Also as an automotive enthusiast I hate to see vehicles that still have some life left in them utterly destroyed. Engines in these vehicles are destroyed and then crushed. No parts are resold except what’s left after crushing. Forever destroying valuable parts that might have been resold or reused. I compiled a list of vehicles built in the last 25 years that in my opinion should be saved from the scrap heap if possible. I did check out all models hear on the official list of cars eligible for the program. Some models are borderline and only certain engine types are included. Well here we go:

• Chevrolet Corvette 1984- present : Yes the Corvette is on the list. This really should be a no brainer but, you never know. You know some numbnut somewhere is contemplating turning in his 85 ‘Vette. If you know him slap across the face.
• Chevrolet Camaro/Pontiac Firebird (all years) – There are enthusiasts dying for your parts. Just look for the guys with the mullets.
• Buick Grand National 1984-87 : These are collectable and demand will increase with time.
• Ford Mustang (any year)
• Dodge Viper
• Plymouth Prowler
• Porsche – Yes most 911’s qualify for the program.
• Dodge Charger: Yes believe it or not the 6.1 Liter equipped Charger does qualify for the program. Though I believe that most people wouldn’t turn this one in you never know.
• Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS/Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 442 (84-87): I love these old g-body’s from GM.
• Chevrolet Impala SS 94-96

I think most people would sensible enough not turn many of these vehicles in list but, you never know. Many of these vehicle’s enjoy a following of enthusiasts that would certainly benefit from these vehicles staying on the road. As many of these vehicles get older there parts (especially body or trim parts) get harder to find.

This is just my personal list. Feel free to add what you think I missed and should be saved from the crusher.