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In: 2020, Appraisals, Classic Car Inspections, Classic Cars, Collector Car Inspections, Collector Cars, Ford Bronco, Inspection Videos, Pre-Purchase Inspections, Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspections, St Louis

I had a great time performing this classic car inspection on this 1970 Ford Bronco at Fast Lane Classic Cars in O’Fallon, Missouri last week. WOW what a nice restoration. This truck showed a nice nut and bolt restoration and was brought back almost to 100% factory with the exceptionContinue Reading

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In: 2017, Appraisals, Appraisers, Buying Help, Car Shows, Classic Cars, Collector Cars, Pointers, Vehicle Appraisals, What's My Car Worth?

Why I wrote this article about classic cars So, I get this question a lot from clients when they are about to purchase a classic car or collector car and we are going through their valuation. “What adds value to a classic or collector car?”  I figured it would beContinue Reading

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In: 2017, 2024, Appraisals, Appraisers, Car Appraisal, Classic Car Appraisal, Collector Car Appraisal, Diminished Value Appraisal, Fair Market Value Appraisal, Pointers, Replacement Value Appraisals, Stated Value Appraisal, Valuation Expert Witness, Vehicle Appraisals

Classic car appraisal is an industry with varying perspectives due to the lack of strict regulation. While this allows for diversity, it also requires consumers to carefully select qualified appraisers. Adhering to standards like the USPAP ensures credibility and reliability, particularly in legal contexts. Thorough vehicle inspection and detailed descriptions are crucial for accuracy, as well as sourcing comparable vehicles for comprehensive valuation. Including market trend analysis and adjustment calculations strengthens the appraisal’s validity. Transparent reporting with clear assumptions and disclosures adds integrity to the process.Continue Reading