Donate Your Car, Truck, RV, Boat, Motorcycle, or ATV to help horses!
How It Works:
Tax Deduction Information For Your Car Donation.
The IRS has set the rules for the tax deduction of your vehicle donation
The IRS has set the rules for the tax deduction of your vehicle donation
If Your Car Donation Sells for $500 Or Less You can claim the fair market value of your vehicle up to and including $500, or the amount it is sold for if less than fair market value. When you donate your car, you will receive a tax deductible receipt to be submitted with your taxes. |
If Your Car Donation Sells for $501 Or More You can claim the exact amount for which the vehicle is sold. When you donate your car, we will provide you with a tax deductible receipt. Within 30 days from the sale of your vehicle we will provide you with a 1098-C form to submit with your taxes. |
How to file your taxes
To receive a tax deduction for a donated vehicle, you must include any charitable contributions itemized on Schedule A of Form 1040 from the IRS. Include your Charity Auto Donation tax-deductible receipt with your tax return. You do not need to submit Form 1098-C if your vehicle sells for less than $500 as your official Charity Auto Donation receipt is considered sufficient documentation by the IRS. If your vehicle sells for more than $500 but less than $5,000 you will need to submit the provided 1098-C form along with form 8283.
For vehicles that sell for more than $5,000, your form 8283 will need to include signature from a qualified appraiser on IRS Form 8283, section B. You can access form 8283 here: IRS Form 8283. For additional information, the IRS provides A Donor's Guide to Car Donations (IRS Donation Guide 4303), which details the determination of the value of your donated vehicle.
To receive a tax deduction for a donated vehicle, you must include any charitable contributions itemized on Schedule A of Form 1040 from the IRS. Include your Charity Auto Donation tax-deductible receipt with your tax return. You do not need to submit Form 1098-C if your vehicle sells for less than $500 as your official Charity Auto Donation receipt is considered sufficient documentation by the IRS. If your vehicle sells for more than $500 but less than $5,000 you will need to submit the provided 1098-C form along with form 8283.
For vehicles that sell for more than $5,000, your form 8283 will need to include signature from a qualified appraiser on IRS Form 8283, section B. You can access form 8283 here: IRS Form 8283. For additional information, the IRS provides A Donor's Guide to Car Donations (IRS Donation Guide 4303), which details the determination of the value of your donated vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
General:
What types of vehicles can be donated?
We accept all vehicle donations, and in most cases, we also accept boats, motorcycles, RV's, and campers.
If my vehicle is not running, can I still donate?
We are not able to accept non-running vehicles at this time.
What paperwork do I need to donate my vehicle?
All you need is a title, free of all liens. We will request some general information from you at the time of donation such as, the year, make, and model of the car, as well as its general mechanical condition.
Is my donated vehicle tax -deductible?
Yes, we are a 501(c)3 organization and have been approved by the IRS to receive donated items and issue a tax-deductible donation receipt for the item. Therefore, your vehicle donation may be 100% tax deductible based upon your personal tax situation. Please check with your tax advisor if you need more information.
What areas do you service?
We accept vehicle donations in the Bitterroot Valley, Montana.
What documents do I need to donate a car to charity?
We require that you have a clear title to the vehicle and a notarized signature to complete a donation. Do not sign the title until you are in the presence of a notary.
What if the vehicle is not registered in my name?
The vehicle does not have to be registered in the donor's name. However, the person whose name is on the title must sign the title or fill out additional paperwork.
There are two people listed on the title, do both of us need to sign?
If more than one person is listed as an owner on the front of the title, they must also sign on the signature of seller line.
The Title Is In A Deceased Person's Name. How do I complete The Transfer Of Title?
Most states require a death certificate, the title and the executor rights paperwork. Please give us a call should you have further questions regarding your specific states law.
Tax Deduction:
How much will I receive as a tax deduction for my vehicle?
For vehicles sold for under $500, you can claim the fair market value up to $500.00 without any additional paperwork. The preliminary tax receipt will be mailed after vehicle has been confirmed picked up.
How do you determine the value of my vehicle?
The IRS allows the donor to determine the fair market value up to $500. If we sell your donated car for over $500, the IRS allows you to claim the selling price as a deduction.
When will I receive my tax receipt?
Processing your vehicle usually takes around 4 weeks but in some cases may take longer due to particular state title requirements or title laws.
Pick Up
Who will pick up my vehicle?
We work with Moovin' On Estate Sales, a professionally licensed, bonded and insured estate sale company. You will be contacted to arrange a time of pickup that is convenient for you and free of charge.
How do I schedule a pick up?
Please call Moovin' On Estate Sales at 406-529-7234 when you are ready to donate your vehicle.
Do I have to be home when my vehicle is picked up?
No, you do not have to be present at time of pick-up. You will need to advise the towing company specifically where in the vehicle you will be leaving the title and the keys. The towing company will leave you a towing receipt showing that your vehicle was picked up. Remember to remove all personal belongings from vehicle and take off the license plate on the day the vehicle is scheduled for picked up.
How quickly can my vehicle be picked up?
All vehicles are picked up in a timely and professional manner, usually within 24-48 hours. Moovin' On Estate Sales will call you to schedule a pick-up date that is convenient for you.
Can you pick up my vehicle if it's not at my home?
Yes, we can pick up you vehicle from anywhere you'd like us to. You will need to advise Moovin' On Estate Sales of vehicle location when you schedule pick up.
What will I receive at time of pick-up?
You will receive a temporary receipt from Moovin' On Estate Sales at the time of pickup. It will have all of your car's information along with our name and phone number. You just have to notify us once the car is picked up and we will mail the tax-deductible receipt to you.
General:
What types of vehicles can be donated?
We accept all vehicle donations, and in most cases, we also accept boats, motorcycles, RV's, and campers.
If my vehicle is not running, can I still donate?
We are not able to accept non-running vehicles at this time.
What paperwork do I need to donate my vehicle?
All you need is a title, free of all liens. We will request some general information from you at the time of donation such as, the year, make, and model of the car, as well as its general mechanical condition.
Is my donated vehicle tax -deductible?
Yes, we are a 501(c)3 organization and have been approved by the IRS to receive donated items and issue a tax-deductible donation receipt for the item. Therefore, your vehicle donation may be 100% tax deductible based upon your personal tax situation. Please check with your tax advisor if you need more information.
What areas do you service?
We accept vehicle donations in the Bitterroot Valley, Montana.
What documents do I need to donate a car to charity?
We require that you have a clear title to the vehicle and a notarized signature to complete a donation. Do not sign the title until you are in the presence of a notary.
What if the vehicle is not registered in my name?
The vehicle does not have to be registered in the donor's name. However, the person whose name is on the title must sign the title or fill out additional paperwork.
There are two people listed on the title, do both of us need to sign?
If more than one person is listed as an owner on the front of the title, they must also sign on the signature of seller line.
The Title Is In A Deceased Person's Name. How do I complete The Transfer Of Title?
Most states require a death certificate, the title and the executor rights paperwork. Please give us a call should you have further questions regarding your specific states law.
Tax Deduction:
How much will I receive as a tax deduction for my vehicle?
For vehicles sold for under $500, you can claim the fair market value up to $500.00 without any additional paperwork. The preliminary tax receipt will be mailed after vehicle has been confirmed picked up.
How do you determine the value of my vehicle?
The IRS allows the donor to determine the fair market value up to $500. If we sell your donated car for over $500, the IRS allows you to claim the selling price as a deduction.
When will I receive my tax receipt?
Processing your vehicle usually takes around 4 weeks but in some cases may take longer due to particular state title requirements or title laws.
Pick Up
Who will pick up my vehicle?
We work with Moovin' On Estate Sales, a professionally licensed, bonded and insured estate sale company. You will be contacted to arrange a time of pickup that is convenient for you and free of charge.
How do I schedule a pick up?
Please call Moovin' On Estate Sales at 406-529-7234 when you are ready to donate your vehicle.
Do I have to be home when my vehicle is picked up?
No, you do not have to be present at time of pick-up. You will need to advise the towing company specifically where in the vehicle you will be leaving the title and the keys. The towing company will leave you a towing receipt showing that your vehicle was picked up. Remember to remove all personal belongings from vehicle and take off the license plate on the day the vehicle is scheduled for picked up.
How quickly can my vehicle be picked up?
All vehicles are picked up in a timely and professional manner, usually within 24-48 hours. Moovin' On Estate Sales will call you to schedule a pick-up date that is convenient for you.
Can you pick up my vehicle if it's not at my home?
Yes, we can pick up you vehicle from anywhere you'd like us to. You will need to advise Moovin' On Estate Sales of vehicle location when you schedule pick up.
What will I receive at time of pick-up?
You will receive a temporary receipt from Moovin' On Estate Sales at the time of pickup. It will have all of your car's information along with our name and phone number. You just have to notify us once the car is picked up and we will mail the tax-deductible receipt to you.