clunker laws

Intro: I Bet that most all of you like classic cars. I mean, what's not to like. If it's not the rumble of a big block underfoot, then it's the feel of the wind in your hair when you drive your restored 1971 Plymouth Cuda Convertible. It's manly, it's American, it's just plain cool to be seen in any of the muscle car era vehicles. Everyone has had an older car. If you're not driving it …

…local trips, a teenage driver, student, or the commuter park and ride is history. That classic Mustang convertible has been redefined as a "gross polluter" and is now targeted by the state for the crusher. Many car and truck related businesses will suffer or fail. Ironically, state officials are recommending you start saving your money now to buy a new car - an impossibility for most individuals given our current local tax burden of around 50%.