How can I get tax write off for car donation?

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Get a Tax Write Off for Your Car Donation

For a car donation to be tax deductible, you must get a receipt for the vehicle donation from a qualified charity. For a charity to qualify, it has to have 501(c)(3) status.

You may deduct either:

  • The price the charity was able to sell the car for, usually at auction, or
  • The value of your car, up to $500.
The IRS website has a publication about car donations. Read up on this or ask a tax accountant for more information.

Before you begin the donate car process, you might look up its actual value and ask the charity if they will auction it. This might help you see whether it’s worthwhile to donate a car, or if you’d rather sell it. Car donations are usually a good bet for otherwise junked cars that are just sitting in your driveway or garage.

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