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Those who gift or loan us vehicles, contextual artifacts, library, and archive items, or provide funds toward our operations, education, and collection maintenance.
Thank you for DOnating to Miles Through Time Automotive Museum
*Checks can be mailed to:
Miles Through Time, 3651 Peachtree Pkwy Ste. E206 Suwanee, GA 30024
Frequently Asked Questions About Donating to the Museum
Does the museum purchase vehicles, motorcycles, or artifacts?
No, the museum’s budget does not support the purchase of vehicles or other automotive-related items, our collection is comprised of items that are on loan or have been donated. There are several local, regional, and national magazines in which you can list your classic car for sale. The internet also offers a variety of options for selling your vintage car. We do not have a list of people or organizations that purchase vehicles.
Can I mail a check?
Yes, use this Mailing Address:
Miles Through Time, 3651 Peachtree Pkwy Ste. E206 Suwanee, GA 30024
How long is a typical loan to the museum?
Standard loan agreements will not exceed two years. The loan may be renewed for additional time at the discretion of both parties. It is the obligation of the Miles Through Time Automotive Museum to request extension or renewal of the loan. The museum does not sign long-term or “permanent” loans.
Does the museum accept donations with restrictions?
Does it matter what condition my vehicle is in?
The Collections and Exhibits Committee will determine if your loan or donation is suitable for our use. The condition of the vehicle or item alone does not determine its acceptance. If your vehicle or item is accepted, museum representatives reserve the last right of refusal upon reviewing any items in person.
Will the museum accept my unfinished restoration project?
Occasionally project vehicles and motorcycles are accepted by our Miles Through Time student/mentorship program. If you have a vehicle that fits this description that you would like to offer to the program, please contact:
Sean Mathis at sean@milesthroughtime.com
Is my donation tax deductible?
How do I determine the value of my non-cash donation? Do I need to have my vehicle appraised?
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), allows taxpayers to deduct the Fair Market Value of your gift to the museum. It is the responsibility of the donor to determine the Fair Market Value. The IRS requires that any donated item or collection valued over $5,000 be appraised. By law, the Museum cannot provide appraisals for donors as the IRS considers such activity a conflict of interest. You may want to obtain IRS Publication 561 – Determining Fair Market Value.
How is my loan or donation credited when it is on display at the museum?
How do I start the loan or donation process?
The first step is to fill out and submit an application for your object, along with recent and detailed photographs of the object in question. Applications are available for vehicles, motorcycles, and artifacts. A member of our Collections and Exhibits staff will be in contact with you soon after your submission to confirm your application. Your application will then be reviewed during our Collections and Exhibits Meeting and a member of our staff will contact you regarding the status of your application.
Why wasn’t my vehicle accepted for your collection?
Please understand that we cannot accept everything people wish to donate. Adding items to our collection is a serious responsibility. Donations must fulfill the museum’s mission and the Museum must be able to care for, exhibit, and store the items it accepts.
If accepted, what documentation is needed to complete my loan or donation?
For loans, we require proof of insurance from the vehicle owner and a signed Loan Form, which is provided by the museum. For donations, we require a signed vehicle title in the name of the donor without a lien and a signed Deed of Gift, which is provided by the museum.
How will my donation to the museum be used?
It is the museum’s intent to use all donated vehicles, motorcycles, and artifacts for interpretive display and/or educational purposes. However, not all items are able to always be on display and items often rotate and may be stored for some time. In the rare instance that an item is identified as a duplicate item, or non-relevant to the museum’s collection, the item may be sold.
Will my donation always be on display?
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