10 Reasons To Donate Your Car To Charity
10. It’s A Piece Of Junk
When it doesn’t run or has rust damage, donating a car to charity is often the easiest option. You can donate a car in any condition, even if it doesn’t run or looks terrible. Plus, if you decide to donate, most companies who accept car donations will come and tow your car for free. (Continues on Page 2)
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9. It Needs Repairs
Repairs are expensive, and when it’s a car you don’t want to keep, it’s even less appealing. So if you don’t want to repair it, and you can’t sell it because it doesn’t run correctly, stop paying for insurance on it and donate it!
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8: The Car Belonged To Someone Who Died
It can be tough to decide what to do with a loved one’s car when they pass away, and it’s usually hard to cold on to. Things can be also confusing when the title is in the deceased person’s name. Donating your car gives the benefit of having most of the logistics taken care of for you.
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7: Make Extra Space In The Garage
Vehicles take up a lot of storage space. If you have a vehicle laying around that you never use, you can save a lot of space and time by donating it.
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6: Selling Can Be A Pain
Selling your car online can be stressful and dangerous – you never know who is going to show up to look at the car. When you donate, a professional truck driver will show up and take your car at a scheduled time, and you won’t have to worry about meeting a stranger.
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5. It’s Not Worth Trading In
Trade-ins rarely give you the value you were looking for in your car, and the money you get is often more disappointing than trying to sell. So why trade your car in when you can donate it?
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4. Car Donations Are Tax Deductible
The biggest draw of car donation, for many people, is that car donations to registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations are tax deductible. The charity will issue you a tax receipt after your donation is accepted. This allows you to claim a deduction on the following year’s taxes.
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3: You Can Help Someone In Need
One of the biggest reasons to donate your car is that it helps charity. The old car might not seem like much to you, but the proceeds from the sale can help someone in need. You can donate your car to Wheels for Wishes or a number of other charities.
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2: It’s Doesn’t Cost Anything
If you choose to donate your car, you can avoid advertising costs, cleaning and repairs, and towing fees. Donating your car means no repairs, no maintenance, and they will tow your care away for you.
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1: It’s Hassle Free
It’s easy to donate your car. You simply call a charity of your choice, they come and pick it up, and that’s it! No test drives, meeting strangers, or giving away your personal information..
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