Frequently Asked Questions
Who should join CARS Cooperative?
- Automotive collision repair operations and related businesses and service providers.
How to join CARS Cooperative?
You have options!
- Classic Membership. You will need to purchase a stock for a one-time fee of $500.
- Association Membership. You will need to stay in good standing with one of our Association Alliances to receive rewards.
How will I receive my discount?
- When you order from CARS vendors with discount programs, you will provide the vendor with your CARS MID. Vendor programs may use promo codes. Please check the program’s page for more information. All CASHBACK/Savings programs can be found here.
How will I receive my CASHBACK Rewards?
- CASHBACK is calculated quarterly based on your purchases from CARS vendor programs. We will mail a Reward check quarterly, if you use CARS vendors. Keep in mind, CARS works a quarter behind. For example, you will receive January-March purchase Rewards in July. Purchase data is provided by your jobber/supplier or vendor.
What do I have to invest?
- A one-time investment of $500, if you choose to purchase a Classic Membership.
What additional discounts are available?
- Savings4Members is available to you!
Can I opt out at any time?
- Yes. Please contact the CARS office. Call (405) 547 – 4077 or email membersupport@cars.coop.
Are there requirements to become a shareholder?
- Yes. Shareholders must be collision repair operations and related businesses.
How do I join a State Association?
- Choose your Association Alliance and click on their logo, you will be directed to their website to join!
What if I am already a member of a State Association that has an Alliance?
- Complete your benefit form!