Waste » Business » Auto » Automobile

General Information

When it comes time for you to dispose of your vehicle there is more than one option to consider. Based on the condition of your car you might want to consider donating it to a local charity, which can help move along agencies that are in need of transportation. But sometimes that is not always the reason. If your car has been in a collision, though it might not be running, it can be recycled and the parts can be used for other purposes.  

Available Services
Self Treatment

A number of charities in Spokane would like you to donate your car to them:

The Arc of SpokaneDo you have an unwanted car, van, truck, RV or boat with trailer (running or not) you'd like to give to a good cause?  Donate it to The Arc of Spokane!  A salvage vendor will remove it from your property, free of charge, and give 90% of the sale proceeds to a chapter of The Arc of your choice. 
Habitat for Humanity: Your unwanted vehicle could help build more homes in our community. Donate your car, truck, boat, RV, motorcycle, construction or farm equipment and your contribution could bring hope for a family in our community. 
American Cancer Society: Rather than selling or trading in your used car, truck, SUV, motorcycle, RV, or boat on a trailer, consider donating it the American Cancer Society. Your car donation will help save lives that might otherwise be lost to the disease. 
Catholic Charities: We have chosen to work with CARS Inc., a national car donation organization, that will pick up your vehicle (whether it is in running or "dead" condition), make arrangements for its sale, then send the proceeds to us.  The gift we receive from the sale of your vehicle will help us continue to serve our clients and patrons. 

Another option for you is to recycle your vehicle, 90% of your car can be recycled. Metals can be smelted, purified and reused. Glasses and plastics can be melted down and reused. Here are recycling options. 

Cash for Junk Cars: US Junk Cars accepts all vehicles, including trucks, cars, sports utility vehicles, vans and mini vans. So rather than searching out someone who specialises in auto salvage, trying to part it out yourself or paying someone else to take care of car removal, we'll pay you with our cars for cash program.
The Clunker Junker: Tell us a little information about your vehicle and where it's located. We'll give you a competitive offer within 24 hours. No haggling, no hassle.

Regulation(s)

Junk Vehicle is a vehicle certified under RCW 46.55.230 as meeting at least three of the following requirements:

  • Is three years old, or older
  • Is extensively damaged, such as broken windows, or missing wheels, tires, motor, or transmission
  • Is apparently inoperable
  • Has an approximate fair market value equal only to the approximate value of the scrap in it. Scrap value is currently approximately $60