This is a marriage born of the ‘Bail Out.’  Kelley Blue Book, a leading provider of new-car and used-car information, has announced the launch of its Cash for Clunkers Calculator on its website, kbb.com.  Using the calculator, consumers can get help determining if their current vehicle is eligible for up to $4,500 toward the purchase of a more fuel-efficient new car under the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS).  They can also research new-car options, and reach a dealer — all on the Blue Book website. 
“The calculator helps consumers evaluate vehicles with model years between 1989 and 2009 based on make, model, condition, and mileage. The age of the vehicle, its fuel economy and the fuel efficiency rating of the new car are key factors to determine whether the vehicle qualifies for a ‘Cash for Clunkers’ credit toward the purchase of a new vehicle. The calculator also displays the Kelley Blue Book® Trade-In Value, to help consumers determine whether their vehicle is worth more or less than the possible credit they could receive from the CARS program”.   via: prnewswire