Can I deduct the loss in value from the sale of my car?

[jmcdermott12]

I bought the car 5 years ago for $25,000 and sold it in 2016 or $8,000.  Is this loss deductible?  A friend of mine said it was but I don't know where I can deduct this in my tax return.

[MinhT]

A loss on personal property is not tax deductible.

Please read this IRS document (at the end of the first paragraph):

https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc409.html