Sure, cleaning out your garage is all fun and games, but what happens when you dust off that expandable file folder and discover that your car title is nowhere to be found?
The question arises:
Can you still scrap a car without a title, or are you forever doomed to have that eyesore mocking you at every turn?
Dreams of an easy junking process start to flit away, and you’re filled with deep, deep remorse.
But you aren’t to blame.
As the ancient proverb goes, “When I was young and irresponsible, I was young and irresponsible.” (Okay, maybe George W. Bush isn’t actually that ancient. But cut us some slack.)
The bad news?
You’ll never live this down. (You had one job, Todd. ONE job. Take that piece of paper, put it down somewhere safe, and then just ignore it for the next fifteen years. I mean, c’mon.)
The good news?
We can still help you figure out how to get rid of that car, with or without a title.
How to scrap a car with or without
a title
Luckily for you, it’s actually quite simple.
- If you’re intent on scrapping that vehicle, you can apply for a duplicate title at your DMV.
- Donate it through a charity and they can work with agencies that make the title process easier and faster.
As long as you have your driver’s license and copy of your registration, an organization like Kars4Kids can take care of applying for and obtaining a duplicate title for you.
Then, they tow away your ol’ car for free and you sit pretty with a vacation voucher.
That’s probably why lots of people prefer donating their junk car over selling it to a private buyer.
With years of experience and expertise behind such charities, the donation process is incredibly fast, convenient, and easy.
And hey, benefits like free vacations and tax deductions never hurt a guy.
Wondering how much money you’ll actually make from your old vehicle?
You’ll receive a tax deduction either for the full sale price, or for the fair market value, up to $500.
And no, that’s not going to be enough for a Super Bowl ticket just yet, but it is a start. Small steps, folks. Small steps.
