In the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre area, Coal Valley Charity Cars moves fast: most donors get a free tow within 24–48 hours of contacting us, and your IRS tax paperwork typically arrives 2–8 weeks from your first call or online form. Here’s the honest breakdown: you spend about 2 minutes to start, we call you back within 1–2 business hours on weekdays to schedule, your car is usually picked up the same day or within 2 business days, it’s sold within about 2–6 weeks, and your written acknowledgment or IRS Form 1098‑C is mailed within 30 days of that sale.
We handle everything for you in Wilkes‑Barre and the surrounding communities—whether you’re in Downtown Wilkes‑Barre, Parsons, South Wilkes‑Barre, Miners Mills, or nearby in Kingston, Pittston, Nanticoke, or Mountain Top. There’s no inspection, no repairs, and non‑running cars are welcome. As soon as your pickup is confirmed by December 31, you can usually deduct the donation for that tax year, even though the sale and paperwork finish afterward. From first click to an empty driveway and tax receipt, our process is built for speed, simplicity, and real local convenience.
Your complete donation timeline
Start your donation (online form or quick call)
2 minutesShare your car’s basic info and Wilkes-Barre pickup location—Downtown, Parsons, Miners Mills, or anywhere in the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre region. No VIN lookup needed on the spot, just approximate details. Once you submit the form or call, our process starts immediately, even if your vehicle is not running or hasn’t moved in months.
Get scheduling call from your local coordinator
Within 1–2 business hours (weekdays)A Coal Valley Charity Cars coordinator calls you back—typically within 1–2 hours Monday through Friday—to confirm your details and set up a tow time. We work around your schedule in Wilkes-Barre, Kingston, Pittston, or nearby, and can often offer same-day or next-day slots depending on truck availability.
Free tow truck pickup at your home or lot
Same day to 2 business daysTow is usually arranged within 24–48 hours. Our driver meets you at your home, workplace, or storage lot in the Wilkes-Barre area, handles the towing paperwork, and takes the car as-is. You don’t need to clean it, pass inspection, or be there in person if title arrangements are made in advance.
Vehicle sale at auction or to a direct buyer
Typically 2–6 weeks after pickupYour vehicle is transported to a local auction or sold directly to a licensed buyer. Market demand, condition, and sale scheduling in the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre area determine timing, but most cars are sold within about 2–6 weeks of pickup, maximizing value to support services for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Receive your IRS tax paperwork by mail
Mailed within 30 days of saleAfter the sale, Coal Valley Charity Cars issues your written acknowledgment or IRS Form 1098‑C. It’s mailed within 30 days of the completed sale, so you can expect your tax paperwork roughly 2–8 weeks from your first contact, depending on how quickly your specific vehicle sells.
Why the process is genuinely fast
2-minute start from anywhere in Wilkes-Barre
Whether you’re in South Wilkes-Barre, Parsons, or across the river in Kingston, you can begin in about 2 minutes by phone or online. Once we have your basics, we immediately move to scheduling your free tow.
Same-day or 24–48 hour pickup in most cases
Our towing partners across the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre region often have same-day openings, with most vehicles picked up within 24–48 hours. Busy days may push to 2 business days, but we prioritize your fastest available slot.
Monday–Saturday dispatch for flexible scheduling
We arrange pickups Monday through Saturday, giving you more options around work, school, and family schedules. Morning, afternoon, and some evening windows are often available, depending on truck routes in your part of Luzerne County.
Non-running and damaged cars welcome
No need to spend weeks arranging repairs. We routinely tow non-running, failed-inspection, or severely damaged vehicles from driveways, alleys, and parking lots throughout Wilkes-Barre and nearby towns at no cost to you.
No inspection, emissions, or cleaning required
You don’t have to pass inspection, schedule emissions testing, or detail the car before pickup. We take vehicles as-is, which dramatically cuts your timeline—from decision to donation—in the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre area.