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Step 1
Call your favorite charities. You might be surprised at how many of them now accept and sell used cars, like the venerable St. Vincent de Paul. In some cases, church bulletins or your organizations' newsletters offer donated used cars for sale.
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Step 2
Turn to an Internet search engine. Enter the name of your city and "donate used car." You'll find the organizations that accept used cars. Frequently, the groups will have websites, although many won't have specific cars listed because they move too quickly. Then organize your search by location.
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Step 3
Go through the classified ads in the "Recycler," "Penny Saver" or your local newspaper. If the cars are being sold by a charity, the name is usually listed in the individual ads. Public radio stations will sometimes accept and sell used cars. Look up your favorites and call.
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Step 4
Talk to your friends and neighbors about organizations where they volunteer. You're looking for a non-profit organization with 501 (C) (3) IRS code tax status, meaning that all contributions are fully tax deductible. Ask if these places both accept and sell used vehicles. Some, like my local Explorer troop will accept vehicles, in this case boats, but not sell them.
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Step 5
Get to know the people working at these places. If you don't find what you want on the first try, leave a name and phone number, and ask for a call if something arrives more to your liking. Be sure to make a note of the people with whom you've talked for your follow up calls.
How to Find Donated Cars for Sale?
