IRS CODE:

CHANGES RELATED TO VEHICLE DONATION

The tax laws have changed, you can still donate a vehicle and maximize your tax benefit.

The new tax deduction for a donated vehicle depends on how the vehicle is used by the charity. A vehicle can be deducted at fair market value if the charity refurbishes the vehicle or makes substantial use of the vehicle.

Vehicles donated to Auto Technical are deductible at fair market value for the following reasons: ATI refurbishes vehicles for low income families referred by social service agencies. Families receive a vehicle for the cost of $1. Auto Technical also offers a mentoring program for people interested in learning how to do simple repairs, e.g. tune ups. ATI mechanics work side by side to teach these skills. Referrals also include families who are on fixed incomes and need transportation for medical appointments and other essential life needs. In all cases, donated vehicles are refurbished, repaired and become first class vehicles.

Vehicles determined to be parts cars are deductible at fair market value
based on the condition of the vehicle when donated to Auto Technical.

If a donated vehicle cannot be refurbished you will receive a tax donation
receipt of $500. This amount reflects the new IRS tax code.

However Auto Technical uses your donated vehicle, you will get a higher tax deduction from us than from a charity that uses an outside agency to handle the donation or that does not use your donated vehicle as part of the mission of the charity.

Auto Technical will provide a post card within 30 days giving you detailed
information about how your donated vehicle was used and the amount you may deduct on your income tax.

DO SOMETHING GOOD FOR YOURSELF AND HELP A FAMILY ACHIEVE SELF SUFFICIENCY. DONATE YOUR VEHICLE TO AUTO TECHNICAL AND RECEIVE FAIR MARKET VALUE.