Why Buy at a Charity Car Auction? How Cars for Kids Turns Every Bid Into Student Impact
Shopping for a vehicle can be practical. Buying one at a charity car auction can be practical and meaningful.
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Shopping for a vehicle can be practical. Buying one at a charity car auction can be practical and meaningful.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Complete the donation form online or contact our team. We’ll coordinate pickup, process the donation, and provide the documentation you need.
No. We accept many vehicles whether they are running or not.
Requirements vary by state, but generally include proof of ownership and vehicle title documentation.
Yes. Donation documentation and applicable tax information will be provided after processing.
We accept cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, boats, RVs, trailers, and many other vehicle types.
Yes. Free towing and pickup services are available for accepted donations.
Ownership requirements vary by state. Contact our team for assistance.
Vehicle donations generate funding that supports programs designed to create educational opportunities and brighter futures for children and families.
Every Car Can is one of the few car donation programs that have a dealer's license. With this license, we follow each state's requirements of title transfer notification in accordance with the state's laws.
The donor will be able to deduct the amount the vehicle is sold for in the auction. If the vehicle sells for less than $500, the IRS allows you to claim $500 as the maximum deduction.
All donated vehicles will be sold at auction. 100% of net proceeds go to the Texans Can! Academies.
No problem. If you are unable to locate your title please call us at 866-835-5437. Our staff can help you with the information you need to get your title.
We can pick up your car as early as the same day or the next day, whichever is better for you. Our tow service picks up Monday through Friday and in some cases, Saturday pickups are available.
We will send a professionally licensed, bonded and insured tow service to the location of the vehicle.
We currently pick up cars in Texas and throughout the US. Please call us at 866-835-5437 or email us at info@everycarcan.org to schedule a pickup of your vehicle.
Yes. Every Car Can is just one of a few car donation programs that has a dealer's license. With this license, we are able to transfer the title out of the donor's name in accordance with the state laws.
Our auctions are held every other Saturday in Dallas. Our preview day is Friday from 12pm to 5pm, and our auction starts at 9am on Saturday.
Yes.
Payments for vehicle purchases should be made on auction day (Saturday) by 3:00pm, or Monday from 8:00am–4:00pm following the auction at the latest.
No, but our mechanics check out the vehicles to give you an idea of what may be wrong with them prior to purchase.
Yes. Our preview day is Friday from 8am to 5pm. You cannot open the hoods or start the cars, but you can open the doors and see what the mechanic wrote on the windshield.
We do accept private consignments. Visit our Consignment page for more information.
A Buyer's Premium is added to the selling price of each item; it is an agreed-upon cost to pay for the costs of the auctioneers. See the sliding scale and price calculator on our Auction Fees page.
The $200 deposit is forfeited, the vehicle is put back into inventory, and if you want to bid again we will require a $500 deposit.
Yes. We WILL NOT CHARGE YOUR CARD unless you win the auction — we only place a hold for the amount of the deposit until the end of the auction. The hold will be released in 5–10 business days depending on your bank's policy.
The price varies by item, the number of people at the auction, and demand. Bidding starts at $200.
You can register online at any time by creating a new account and placing your refundable $200 deposit. We do not accept in-person registrations for our online-only auction.
Cash, MasterCard, Visa, and Discover are accepted for payment exceeding the cash deposit. When registering online, your deposit will be a HOLD placed on your credit card (not a charge) until the end results of the auction. The hold will be released in 5–10 business days (depending on your bank's policy) if you do not win a bid.
For more details on preparing for our vehicle auctions, please review our Auction Rules and Auction Fees section.
To create a bidder account: click the Sign Up link and follow the instructions when prompted, enter a username and password, fill out your name and address, enter your credit card information, confirm an initial $200 deposit, then click Login.
You will receive an email letting you know you have been outbid and giving you the opportunity to place a new bid.
When another bidder's bid amount is higher than your max-bid amount, their current high bid will be shown on the right of the item. You may enter a higher bid until 6am the day of the auction.
To register, all dealers must have: a valid Driver's License and Social Security number for every authorized representative; a valid Dealer's License; a copy of the dealer's Surety Bond; a Company Check (showing the company name and address as shown on the Dealer License); and a Sales Tax Number, Employer Identification Number, and Federal Identification Number.
A valid, government-issued ID from the state or country you wish to register the vehicle in, and cash, credit card, or cashier’s check to complete the payment.
Our inventory varies from auction to auction. We average 125–200 vehicles per auction. The selection is wide and includes cars, SUVs, minivans, and much more. Please view our car and boat lists online at noon every Friday for an up-to-date list.
Consignment allows us to sell your vehicle through our auction platform on your behalf.
Vehicle value is influenced by condition, market demand, auction activity, and buyer participation.
Program fees vary based on vehicle type and sale structure.
Timeframes vary depending on auction scheduling and market conditions.
Vehicle title and ownership documentation are typically required.
Payments are distributed after the vehicle is sold and transaction requirements are completed.
Additional requirements may apply. Contact our team for assistance.
Cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, boats, RVs, and other eligible vehicles.
Still have questions?
For assistance, please visit our Contact Us page or call our customer support hotline at 866-835-5437. Our dedicated team is ready to help you on your journey to a greener, more sustainable future.
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