Since August 2008, my 93 Plymouth Acclaim has been sitting in my apartment parking lot. According to the mechanics, I need a new transmission and work on the cooling system (estimated at $2000).
Obviously, it’s not worth it to repair, but it’s really hard for me to let it go because the engine runs extremely well and I did have many repairs done prior to these major problems. Last time I checked I could get $50 bucks for it from “junkmycar.com”… and I doubt anyone would want to buy my car around town. So I’m thinking about donating it, but only if I can find a 100% reputable charity AND one that would want my car even in it’s condition. I’m a college student with lots of bills to pay so if I could get a couple hundred bucks for it somewhere I’d choose that option, otherwise I’d rather donate it…
Can anyone advise me on this? Thanks!!
Go Broncos
June 7, 2010 at 12:56 pm
Why would anyone give you couple hundred when it cost more to fix than it’s worth. I would not take your car if it was free. A 1993 Plymouth Acclaim has an average wholesale value of $300 and they actually move.
unplugged-Pro-Peace
June 7, 2010 at 1:05 pm
look around for a highschool with an auto shop, they accept donated cars and in return, you get a tax deductable recipt.
Richard R
June 7, 2010 at 1:13 pm
so what can you lose put a sign on it and when someone inquires, be honest. i sold a 95 plymouth van that needed a trans for 1k. the guy pay for a trans and gave it to his wife to use. put it on craigs list (500 bucks needs a trans).