For used cars, you might go to local dealerships and see if they have any older trade INS that they've gotten lately. They typically sell these cars to local used car dealers or junk them, but they might Car Donation in New York one as a write off. I don't have any suggestions if you're looking for a new car, though.
There are several resources resources for donating your car in California. You should visit the IRS site and read their http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs- tege/pub4303.pdf (PDF) in order to understand the fine details since the rules has changed in recent years as my colleague said. Also, take the time to read Laura T. Coffey's http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26625209/ msn 10 tips on car donation[/URL]. It's the simplest list of pointers i have found up till now. Finally, use the www.compare-car-donation.com list in order to find the car donation site that is best for you. I believe that the California list is over here: www.compare-car-donation.com/state/california/ two of the most popluar car donation sites are: www.kars4kids.org and www.kidney.org/support/kidneycars/ . both supports kids! Pay special attention to sites which does not offer the insights of how much of the proceeds eventually goes to the charity. Best of Luck, David
It feels good to donate car to charity as it helps with the charity ca donation programs. I donated mine to Purple Heart last year without any problems.
I too suggest donating cars to charity. We donated my MIL car and it went to MSPCA. Plus we got the tax deduction as well...