Car Donation Guide
If you have an older car that you’re ready to part ways with, car donation is an option worth considering. Here’s how it works.
Maybe it’s your beloved rusty ride from high school, or your trusty old commuter car that requires one major repair too many. Whatever the cause, you’re stuck with a junk car and you need to sell it.
At Carfax, we’re focused on vehicle data, and we know how a car’s condition and history affect its value, even one that’s ready for the junkyard. We help millions of people every day buy or sell the right car at the right price.
What can you do with a car that doesn’t run, or a vehicle that seems too worn out to be of any value? How can you make sure you get the maximum amount of cash for your junk car? Let’s examine the steps you should take, and your options.
Use these simple Carfax tips. You’ll save a lot of hassle and potential headaches, and you’ll put more money into your own pocket:
If you don't have a title for the car, check out our article on replacing a lost car title.
Once you’ve gotten a firm grasp on where and how you’d like to sell your junk car, there’s more work to be done. Just because you’ve shaken hands on a deal doesn’t mean you should quickly walk away. Take a little extra time to ensure that everything’s in order:
Need a new car after you sell your old one? Head over to our Used Car Listings page. Every car there comes with a free Carfax Vehicle History Report.