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Commonly asked questions about the vehicle donation process, and how to receive a tax deduction.

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Find answers to commonly asked questions about vehicle donations and tax deductions.

You've got questions on how to go about the vehicle donation process, and we've got all the answers! Browse through our helpful vehicle donation guide. Donating a car for a tax write off has never been so simple!

Still got questions? Give our donation experts a call at 877.77.DONATE for immediate assistance. Our helpful and courteous staff will expertly guide you through the vehicle donation process.


1.	What kind of donations do you accept?
2.	The vehicle I'd like to donate is not running. Will you still accept it?
3.	Do you accept cars with mechanical problems?
4.	My car did not pass the emission test? Can I still donate it for a tax write off?
5.	Will you pick up my vehicle?
6.	Do I need to be at home when you pick up my vehicle?
7.	What if I don't have a title for my car?
8.	Will there be any expense involved on my part, like towing charges?
9.	How long will it take till my auto is picked up?
10.	Do you pick up car donations throughout the USA?
11.	How do you determine the value of my car?
12.	What are the tax benefits of donating a car?

1.	What kind of donations do you accept?
	We accept cars, RV's, motorcycles, boats and trailers.
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2.	The vehicle I'd like to donate is not running. Will you still accept it?
	We can accept most cars, running or not (exceptions include older cars whose value would not offset the cost of towing). To find out if we can accept your car donation, please call 1.877.77.Donate, or fill out the online donation form.
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3.	Do you accept cars with mechanical problems?
	Yes! Even these cars have some value.
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4.	My car did not pass the emission test? Can I still donate it for a tax write off?
	Even if it failed the emission test we will be happy to accept it.
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5.	When will you pick up my vehicle?
	We will arrange to pick up your vehicle at a time that is convenient for you.
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6.	Do I need to be at home when you pick up my vehicle?
	You do not need to be at home. Simply clean the vehicle of any personal belongings and leave the cars keys and title under the dashboard.
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7.	What if I don't have a title for my car?
	We can sometimes pick up your car donations without a title. Call us at 1.877.77.DONATE to see whether we can pick up your car.
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8.	Will there be any expense involved on my part, like towing charges?
	There is no charge, in fact, when you donate a car, you'll receive a tax deduction.
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9.	How long will it take till my auto is picked up?
	The average pickup time is 24-48 hours from your initial contact with us.
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10.	Do you pick up car donations throughout the USA?
	We service all 48 consecutive states. *
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11.	How do you determine the value of my car?
	The IRS allows you to claim a tax write off of: a) The value of your vehicle up to $500. It is up to the donor to determine the fair market value. b) The amount we sell your vehicle for - if it is more than $500. For a more detailed overview on vehicle tax deductions, the IRS publishes a Donors Guide to Car Donation.
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12	What are the tax benefits of donating a car?
	DonateCars.com is a classified 501(c)(3) charity organization. You will receive a tax benefit when you donate a vehicle. Check with your tax advisor or accountant to determine the amount of your benefit.
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