Published November 11, 2026 · Cars for Veterans
Have a Toyota Camry you no longer need? Donating it is a simple way to help veterans, with free pickup and no selling hassle.
A Toyota Camry that won't start, has a bad transmission or a blown engine can usually still be donated. We tow it for free.
Working parts and scrap metal still have value. That value is what helps veteran programs.
The Camry is a midsize sedan that has been sold in the U.S. since the 1983 model year, and Toyota has built it in Georgetown, Kentucky since 1988. Because it has been popular for so long, a lot of older Camrys are still on the road.
Camrys come with 4-cylinder or V6 engines, and a hybrid version has been sold since the 2007 model year. When you contact us, tell us the year, engine and whether it is a hybrid, since that helps us plan the pickup and estimate value.
Typical reasons are a worn automatic transmission, higher oil use on some 2007 to 2009 Camrys with the 2.4L 4-cylinder (Toyota extended warranty coverage for this), a failing hybrid battery, or simply upgrading to a newer car. Each of these can make repairs cost more than the car is worth, which makes donating a good choice.
Because so many Camrys are on the road, used Camry parts like engines, transmissions, doors and mirrors are in steady demand. That helps even a non-running Camry bring in money for veteran programs.
You can usually donate a Camry of almost any year or condition. What changes is where it goes after pickup: resale, parts or recycling, and how much it brings for veteran programs.
A running, well-kept newer Camry is more likely to be resold whole at auction, which usually brings the most for veteran programs. Have your title, keys and any service records ready.
Older Camrys with high miles often still sell as used cars or for parts because they are so common. Rust, a slipping transmission or a check-engine light lower the value but rarely stop a donation.
On a hybrid, let us know if the hybrid battery warning is on. A failing battery lowers resale value, but the car can usually still be donated.
If you claim a tax deduction, the amount usually depends on what the vehicle actually sells for. See the IRS guide to vehicle donations.
Before you donate, read what to do about plates, registration and insurance after you donate, the 2026 car donation tax deduction guide, how to donate a car that isn't in your name and whether to donate or sell to a junkyard.
A title makes it easiest. If it is lost, you can usually request a duplicate from your state's motor vehicle office. Call us and we can explain common options.
You can usually still donate it. Without keys, the car is towed instead of driven, so just let us know when you schedule.
Yes. Camrys with hybrid battery problems, transmission trouble or engine damage can usually still be donated.
Most Camrys are picked up with a standard tow truck or flatbed. Tell us if the wheels don't roll or if it is in a tight garage.
Disclosure: This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. Vehicle acceptance depends on condition and location. After operating costs such as towing, processing, title transfer and administration, a portion of net vehicle proceeds benefits veteran programs.