To donate a car, just find a charitable institution, and they should have a ready process for transferring and selling donated cars. Now that you know how to donate a broken car, you might ask what conditions or car breakdowns are allowable for donations.
- Blown Engine
A blown car engine might need to be replaced if it's severely damaged when the majority of parts are affected, including the block, piston rings, intake, and exhaust valves. With all that damage, you might need to rebuild the engine completely. The high repair cost might not be justified, and you might get more value by donating it. Check with the charity or non-profit organization if they have the means to pick up your non-running car.
- Frame Damage
While bumpers protect the vehicle during an accident, collisions can still cause significant damage. Bent frames could make your car unstable and unsafe to drive. Repairs are hard and pricey for bent frames, and it could be better to donate or sell your car.
- Body Damage
Vehicles can suffer severe body damage from major collisions and high-speed accidents. These can't be fixed with just a new fender or bumper. When there are severe dents or body punctures, insurers might consider your car a total loss if the repair cost exceeds 50% of the vehicle’s value. This is also a candidate for donation or junking.
- Flood Damage
Floodwater leads to a lot of different problems that can happen to your vehicle after it becomes submerged. It can wreck the vehicle’s electrical system, its mechanical system and also cause damage to lubricants. Flood-damaged cars are difficult to repair, and it's often more cost-effective to simply dispose of or sell flood-damaged vehicles.
