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Frequently
Asked Questions
Does
my car have to be running to qualify for donation?
No, the car must have an
engine and be towable. Cars that
are in extremely poor condition or far from our tow range may be declined, as
the cost to tow them may be more than the value of the vehicle.
Call our representative to find out if your vehicle qualifies.
What
paperwork do I need?
The only paperwork needed is a
signed title (pink slip). Our
driver will provide you with a Release of Liability which must be completed by
the donor and mailed to the DMV within 5 business days of donation.
What
if I lost the title (pink slip)?
You will need to get a duplicate
title and call us when you have received it.
Do
I get a receipt for my donation?
Yes, our driver will issue a receipt at the time of pick-up. This is not your final tax receipt unless the sale of your vehicle does not exceed $500. This initial acknowledgement will indicate your name as well as the year, make, model and condition of the car you are donating. It will be your only receipt if your vehicle sells for less than $500.
An IRS Form 1098-C, Contributions of Motor Vehicles, Boats, and Airplanes will be mailed to you within 30 days of the sale stating the amount of gross proceeds received from your car, provided your vehicle sold for more than $500. This will be your tax receipt for your charitable contribution.
What
can I claim as a deduction?
According to the tax law
effective
January 1, 2005,
if the claimed value of the donated vehicle exceeds $500, the taxpayer is
limited to the gross proceeds of
the sale.
What
if my car is valued over $5000?
Effective
January 1, 2005,
you will no longer be required to have vehicles appraised.
The value you may claim will be the amount of gross proceeds
received from your vehicle.
What
does Northwest Public Radio do with donated vehicles?
The vehicles are sold at a
private auction. The funds from
vehicle donations are used to support the programming you hear on Northwest
Public Radio.
How
quickly can my vehicle be picked up?
Vehicles are picked up at a
time that is convenient for you. Call
our representative to find out what times are available in your community.
Do
I have to be with the vehicle at the time of pick-up?
No. Special
arrangements can be made by calling our representative.
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