DESCRIPTION : In most states, consumers are entitled to a replacement vehicle if a lemon vehicle achieves lemon status within a certain number of miles. Federal lemon law, on the other hand, entitles consumers to a cash payout and lets them keep the vehicle. If you aren't entitled to a replacement for a lemon vehicle, and the vehicle continues to be inoperable or unsafe despite continued repairs, you should consider selling the car to a junkyard that pays Cash For unwanted Cars.