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CLASSIC CAR APPRAISALS
SERVICES
APPRAISAL
We provide classic vehicle Fair Market Value appraisals by thoroughly documenting and photographing all relevant aspects during an exhaustive on-sight inspection of the vehicle. We document VIN numbers, production codes, production numbers, model codes, paint codes, engine numbers, engine codes, door tags, fender tags, and all other relevant identifiers. We also provide a specific assessment of your car’s overall condition and document all associated provenance.
PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION
We provide classic vehicle Pre-Purchase Inspections that meet your specific requirements. It can be anything from a general assessment of vehicle's condition to full appraisal. ln addition to noting the vehicle's condition, I document all associated provenance.
DIMINUTION OF VALUE
In you suffer a partial or total loss due to an accident, theft or shoddy workmanship, an appraisal will document the value of the vehicle prior to the loss. It can also help to establish to what extent the vehicle's value has been diminished as the result of a loss.
INSURANCE POLICY APPRAISAL
ARBITRATION UMPIRE
Most insurance companies will require an appraisal before they will offer a policy on a classic vehicle, especially if the declared value vehicle exceeds a certain threshold.
Sometimes a party may ask for a second appraisal. In these cases an Umpire will be chosen by the disputants, in which case he or she will become the arbiter
TITLE APPRAISALS
We will inspect your vehicle, and provide an accurate and complete appraisal, along with the appropriate vehicles numbers to clarify title issues.
AND EXPERT TESTIMONY
Unfortunately, classic car ownership can sometimes lead to litigation for any number of issues, including Matrimonial, Probate & IRS disputes; diminution of value; vehicle misrepresented by the seller; disgruntled purchaser or a restoration shop's failure to perform as agreed. Besides having good legal representation, you will need an expert in classic car evaluation.