New Car
Cledus T. Judd Lyrics

Come on you no good worthless piece of foreign...
Addressing the old car with derogatory terms that suggest it is foreign and not American-made.

Wait till I get me a royalty check
Anticipating getting a large royalty check for his music, which he plans to use to buy a new American-made car.

Piece of junk
Referring again to his old car as a worthless and low-quality 'junk'.

People always shout obscenities
Describing the negative reactions of other drivers when the old car stalls in the lane or appears to be in bad condition.

When I stall in their lane
Referring to the recurring problem of the old car breaking down in traffic, which leads to angry reactions from other drivers.

They're all convinced when they see me driving this heap that I'm insane
Explaining that other drivers think he is crazy or foolish for driving such an old and unreliable car.

But seat belted in
Assuming that he still wears a seatbelt while driving the old car, despite its problems.

I push the gas down fearlessly
Asserting that he still drives the old car with confidence or courage, despite its known issues with safety and reliability.

Breaks stop working then
Describing one of the failures of the old car's braking system, which causes safety concerns and possible accidents.

I watch the engine overheat
Noticing one of the signs of the old car's mechanical problems, which suggests that driving it further could make the issues worse or cause a fire.

I need a new car
Stating the clear desire to replace the old car with a newer and safer vehicle that is more reliable and efficient.

I can't ever get far
Acknowledging that the old car's limitations make it difficult to go long distances or travel without breaking down and being stranded.

This one breaks down on me all the time
Confirming that the old car is constantly experiencing mechanical failures or malfunctions, making it a source of frustration and inconvenience.

It's got four bald tires
Revealing that one of the old car's safety hazards is the lack of sufficient tread on its tires, which could affect handling and braking ability.

And it always backfires
Complaining about another one of the old car's annoying and possibly hazardous issues, which could startle other drivers and reduce engine efficiency.

And I'm sick of that check engine light
Expressing frustration with the old car's warning light system, which keeps signaling that there are problems with the engine or other parts of the car.

I replaced all the cables and hoses
Describing one of the attempts to fix the old car by replacing worn or damaged parts with new ones.

Had grease all over my face
Indicating that the process of repairing the old car was messy and involved getting covered in automotive lubricants and dirt.

For a couple weekends I had parts thrown all over the place
Explaining that the work on the old car took several weeks and involved disassembling many of its components and laying them out in a cluttered workspace.

I put it back together fast
Claiming that he reassembled the old car more quickly than he expected, possibly indicating that he didn't do a thorough job.

But now it's even worse
Admitting that the reassembled old car is actually in worse condition than before, suggesting that the repairs did not solve its underlying problems.

Now my friends just laugh
Reacting to the way his friends respond to the worsening condition of the old car, which is to mock or ridicule his efforts to fix it.

Cause it only goes in reverse
Poking fun at the old car's extreme level of deterioration by suggesting that it can now only move in one direction, backwards.

Getting to work's hard
Acknowledging the difficulties of driving the old car to work or other important destinations because of its frequent breakdowns and other issues.

I'd find a junkyard and I'd sell it for parts
Considering the possibility of selling the old car to a salvage yard for some extra money, since it is not worth keeping or repairing at this point.

But I know they won't give me a dime
Speculating that the salvage yard would probably not pay much for the old car, given its poor condition and low value.

Rumor is they're having a sale over at the push pull or drag car lot
Referring to a rumor or promotion that some car dealerships are offering to help people buy cars by allowing them to trade in old cars for credit towards a new purchase.

If I can get this towed down there I swear I'll take anything they've got
Demonstrating the desperation to get rid of the old car by expressing a willingness to accept any car the dealership might offer, as long as it's better than what he has now.

So with a credit line of $20,000 plus
Announcing that he has a good credit score and is able to secure a loan or financing of up to $20,000 for a new car purchase.

No interest or money down and no more taking the bus
Describing the favorable financing terms he was offered, which include no interest charges and no need to make a down payment, and highlighting the positive change of no longer having to use public transportation.

Looking like a big star
Indicating a sense of pride and satisfaction with his new car, which he believes makes him look cool or successful.

I don't care if the price is too high
Admitting that he may have paid more than he should have for the car, but arguing that it was worth it to have a newer and more reliable vehicle.

It's got a VCR cruise control and Onstar
Boasting about the features and amenities of the new car, which include a built-in VCR, cruise control, and Onstar system for navigation and emergencies.

So I know where I'm at all the time
Highlighting the convenience and safety benefits of having the Onstar system in his new car, which allows him to track his location and call for help if needed.