Vehicle Donation Questions, Answered
Donating a vehicle through Cars4pets is simple. Here you will find answers to the questions donors ask most often, covering which vehicles we accept, scheduling pickup, the paperwork involved, and what happens once your donation is complete.
What types of vehicles can I donate?
We accept cars and trucks whether they run or not, along with boats, RVs, golf carts, and construction equipment. Wrecked vehicles are welcome too.
Is a title required to donate?
If a vehicle normally requires a title, you will generally need one. Should it be lost or you cannot find it, we will help you obtain a replacement. Not every vehicle or piece of equipment requires a title, so feel free to call us at (214) 566-8322 with any title questions.
How do I arrange a pickup?
We fit around your schedule and set up a pickup day and time that works for you, 24/7.
How do I claim the donation on my taxes?
When your vehicle is collected, the tow service leaves a receipt confirming the pickup. We then send you a 1098C I.R.S. tax form to include with your tax return.
Who collects the vehicle?
A licensed and insured tow company handles the pickup at a time that suits you, at no cost to you.
How will the DMV know I no longer own the vehicle?
Ownership ends once the vehicle is picked up and you have your receipt. For every donated vehicle, we follow state rules for all notifications and title transfers.
What happens to my vehicle after donation?
It is brought in and prepared for auction, then sold to the highest bidder. In some cases, a car suited to a low income individual or family is donated to them, with the title transferred into their name.
Does donating cost me anything?
Not a thing. Donors pay nothing.
Additional Donor Questions
How do I start a vehicle donation?
Call (214) 566-8322 or visit the Contact Us page to tell us about your vehicle. We will confirm the details and schedule a pickup time that fits your schedule.
Can I donate a vehicle that does not run?
Yes. Whether it runs or not, we accept cars, trucks, boats, RVs, golf carts, and construction equipment, including wrecked vehicles.
What if I cannot find my title?
If a title is required and yours is lost or missing, we will help you get one. Not all vehicles or equipment need a title, so call us with any questions.
Is pickup free, and when can it happen?
Donors pay nothing. A licensed, insured tow company collects your vehicle at no charge, and we arrange a day and time that works for you, 24/7.
What paperwork will I receive for my taxes?
At pickup, the tow service leaves a receipt confirming the vehicle was collected, and we send you a 1098C I.R.S. tax form for your tax filing.
How do I know I no longer own the vehicle?
Ownership ends as soon as it is picked up and you have a receipt. For every donated vehicle, we follow state rules for all notifications and title transfers.
What happens to my vehicle after it is donated?
It is brought in and prepped for auction, then sold to the highest bidder. Sometimes a car suited to a low income individual or family is donated to them, with the title transferred into their name.
Where can I make a monetary donation?
Head to our Online Donation page to support our local shelters and food banks.
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Still unsure whether your vehicle qualifies? Whether it runs or not, whether the title is handy or missing, the team can walk you through the next step. Reach out by phone or through the Contact Us page, and you can also support local shelters and food banks directly on the Online Donation page.