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USAA’s Diminished Value Method

USAA continues not to provide claimants a copy of their valuation reports, instead they are now issuing this vague description of their appraisal method. Enjoy! USAA Diminished Value Methodology “USAA strives to provide consistent world class service to all consumers. Diminution is an element of the tort claim presented against

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2012 Ford Fusion Sport

Diminished Value for 2012 Ford Fusion Sport VIN 3FAHP0KC3CR251174 Vehicle Accident Severe Year 2012 Engine Type 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V Make Ford Driveline FWD Model Fusion Ground Clearance No data in. Trim Level SPORT Front Brake Type Disc Manufactured In MEXICO Rear Brake Type Disc Body Style SEDAN 4-DR Anti-Brake

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2012 Lexus ES350 Appraisal

2012 LEXUS ES 350Diminished Value MAJOR CHANGES FOR 2012: New Exterior Color CODE SERIES MODEL INVOICE RETAIL 9000 4D Luxury Sedan ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………34033.00 36725.00 OTHER CHARGES MODEL INVOICE RETAIL Destination Charge ………………………………………………………………………………..Standard ………………………………………………………………………………875.00 875.00 STANDARD EQUIPMENT Base 3-Point Seat Belts in All Positions Lights – Safety, Daytime running lights Air Conditioning,

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Ugly Cars of SEMA 2013

Fake Rolls Royce At first glance, this retina-melting lime green machine rolling on 26-inch wheels appears to be a Rolls Royce drop top. Nope. It’s a Chrysler 300 with a fake Rolls grille. Even without that front end, this thing is over the top in so many ways. Have a

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2009 Infiniti G37

Diminished Value : 2009 Infiniti G37 Base 4D Sedan   VIN JNKCV61E09M00000 Mileage 76K Year 2009 Engine Type 3.7L V6 DOHC 24V Make Infiniti Driveline RWD Model G Sedan Ground Clearance 5.10 in. Trim Level G37 Front Brake Type Disc Manufactured In JAPAN Rear Brake Type Disc Body Style COUPE

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VW Group Sales for 2012

Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche Sales, 2012 Golf/GTI 40,885 Jetta 170,424 New Bettle 29,174 Eos 6,214 Passat 117,023 CC 21,646 Tiguan 31,731 Touareg 10,553 Routan 10,483 Total Volkswagen 438,133  

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Infiniti Q30 Concept

Infiniti provided a first look at Frankfurt of its Q30 Concept, which it claimed was the next step in its foray into new premium segments. Aimed at a new generation of premium customers, the Q30 Concept is said to embody the Infiniti’s vision to deliver “head-turning design, innovative materials with

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Diminished Value of Georgia is Updating its Money Back Guarantee Policy.

Diminished Value of Georgia now offers a 100% money back guarantee on all loss in value appraisals offered to Georgia residents. Diminished Value of Georgia is the state’s leading auto appraisal company specializing in loss in value appraisal reports. What is Diminished Value? Loss in value, otherwise known as Diminished

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2012 Subaru Outback Diminished Value

Diminished Value for 2012 Subaru Outback Exterior Measurements WIDTH5 ft. 11.7 in. (71.7 in.) HEIGHT5 ft. 5.7 in. (65.7 in.) LENGTH15 ft. 8.2 in. (188.2 in.) GROUND CLEARANCE0 ft. 8.7 in. (8.7 in.) FRONT TRACK5 ft. 1 in. (61 in.) REAR TRACK5 ft. 1 in. (61 in.) WHEEL BASE8 ft.

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Now Hiring Marketing Manager

Diminished Value of Georgia, Atlanta’s leading auto appraisal company is now hiring marketing managers to help expand our operations throughout the state of Georgia. Our valued clients range drastically in size, from individuals seeking appraisals to their personal vehicles to attorneys and insurance carriers. Responsibilities: Network with our existing business

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CarMax Appraisal and Diminished Value

Since most claimants get their vehicles appraised by CarMax after a loss, the CarMax appraisal report would only be quantifying the post-repair cash value of the vehicle. Most claimants deduct this post-repair CarMax amount from NADA retail or other online valuation sources when computing DV on their own; this is

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GA-400 Tollway Demolition Project Work Begins October 25

Beginning on Friday, October 18, portable message signs will alert motorists to pre-construction activities for the ending of tolls and the demolition of toll booths on GA 400.   The first phase of a four-phase demolition project will begin on Friday, October 25, with restriping to create a third lane

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2013 Toyota Tundra Tundra-Grade Double Cab 4.0L 2WD

DIMINISHED VALUE FOR TOYOTA TUNDRA 2WD TRUCK 4X2 DOUBLE CAB TUNDRA GRADE 4.0 V6 STANDARD EQUIPMENT EXTERIOR Tailgate assist Black door & tailgate handles Black grille & chrome surround Halogen headlamps w/manual level control Pwr heated mirrors Rear high solar energy-absorbing glass Fixed rear window Variable intermittent windshield wipers -inc:

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2012 GMC Acadia SL 4D Utility

Diminished Value 2012 GMC Acadia SLE-1 FWD / Medium Damage VIN 1GKKRNED5CJ2338XX Vehicle Accidents/Service 16K Year 2012 Engine Type 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V Make GMC Driveline FWD Model Acadia Ground Clearance 7.40 in. Trim Level SLE-1 FWD Front Brake Type Disc Manufactured In UNITED STATES Rear Brake Type Disc Body

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Model Years of Vehicles Appraised

Below is a list of the vehicles we appraised the first half of October sorted by year. Year Count Percent 2013 51 28.81 2012 23 12.99 2011 21 11.86 2010 19 10.73 2007 18 10.17 2008 17 9.60 2009 8 4.52 2006 6 3.39 2005 4 2.26 2003 4 2.26

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Ultra Low Mileage Mercury Grand Marquis

2005 Mercury Grand Marquis GS Feat your eyes on this like new, ultra low mileage Mercury. A friend of ours brought the vehicle over to our office to inspect/appraise for purchase. The car is very nice. If it wasn’t for the couple scratches I would say it’s showroom ready. ACV=

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Yelp Filtered Reviews

This is from Yelp’s FAQ’s: What are filtered reviews? We try to showcase the most helpful and reliable reviews among the millions that are submitted to the site. Not all reviews make the cut, and those that don’t are posted to a separate “Filtered Review” page. Filtered reviews don’t factor

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Limited Power of Attorney for Motor Vehicle Transactions

If you’re letting someone else act on your behalf in processing transactions with the Georgia dept of motor vehicles, you need to sign and notarize this Georgia Limited Power of Attorney for Motor Vehicle Transactions T8 document. You can use this document for: – Applying for title – Transfer a title

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2012 Tesla Model S Signature

Diminished Value 2012 Tesla Model S Signature Minor-Moderate Damage Highlights FUEL ECONOMY (CTY/HWY)88/90 mpg CAR TYPESedan TRANSMISSION1-speed Direct Drive BASIC WARRANTYNot Available ENGINE TYPEElectric TOTAL SEATING5 CYLINDERSNot Available CONSUMER RATING Colors Exterior Colors Black Blue Metallic Brown Metallic Green Metallic Grey Metallic Pearl White Tesla Multi-coat Silver Metallic White Interior

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2013 Toyota Tundra Diminished Value

2013 Toyota Tundra Double Cab Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft   Vehicle Details Year: 2013 Make: Toyota Model: Tundra Double Cab Trim: Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft Engine: V8, 4.6 Liter Trans: Auto, 5-Spd w/Seq Md Drivetrain: 2WD Optional Equipment Cold Weather Pkg, Traction Control, Stability Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Keyless Entry, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door

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