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2001 Ferrari 360 Spider

In 1999, Ferrari replaced the F355 with the 360 Modena coupe, which shifted followed by the 360 Spider edition. Both the 360 Modena & the 360 Spider versions were more curvaceous with aluminum bodies. Due to the use of aluminum throughout the car,  the 360 Spider was a giant leap

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1988 Porsche 911 Carrera

The 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera features a 3.2-liter flat six engine that produces 214 hp and rockets the Carrerra from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds. It also comes with black leather upholstery, air conditioning, power windows, sunroof & AM/FM/Cassette stereo. The front seats are lower than in previous

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1964 Dodge 440

The Dodge 440 was separated from the smaller Dart 440 in 1963. It features a 119 inch wheelbase, identical to the Dodge 330 & Dodge Polera. The 440 was available as a 2-door sedan, 4-door sedan, 2-door hardtop & 4-door station wagon. It was considered a “mid-range model” and was

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1928 Model A Ford Pickup

The Model A was the 2nd big success for Ford, following in the wake of the Model T. It was first produced in 1927 and was available in just 4 standard colors. The Model A has a water-cooled, 4-cylinder engine that provided 40 hp and its top speed was around

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1970 Chevelle -SS 454

The 1970 Chevelle SS 454 wraps a lean, butch exterior around serious big-block horsepower. With inexpensive & ample parts, ease of restoration and classic all-American appeal, this is the muscle car that nearly everyone with gasoline in their veins wants in their garage. Restyled in 1970, a squared-off C-pillar, subtly

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Truck Segments vs. Car Segments

Truck Segments Vs. Car Segments: This week, the recent downward market trend we have been seeing over the previous four weeks in car segments has taken a pause with slightly better value retention and truck segments have also shown more decline than car segments.   Car segments that showed the

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No Niche Unfilled – Charting US Market Model Proliferation

Over the years, car manufacturers all over the world have gone to some pretty crazy lengths to bring in all potential customers.  Don’t take my word for it, just look at all the various types and classes of vehicles that have flooded the market over the last 10-20 years. Companies

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Used cars sell for more at 49,000 miles than 50,001 miles

        When selling a used car, it’s all about the mileage! However, what you may not know is that a few thousand miles can make a big difference in the sales price. With 10,000 miles or less, the average sales price is somewhere in the range of $17,000 – $18,000.

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Truck Segments Decline more than Car Segments

Truck Segments Decline more than Car Segments: Volume-weighted, overall car values decreased by .52% last week, which is lower than the .69 depreciation rate seen over the previous eight weeks. Entry Level Cars, Prestige Luxury Cars and Entry Mid-Size Cars showed the highest decline by .76%, .73% and .71%, respectively.

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How China became the largest producer of cars in the world

These days, China is the largest producer of cars in the world, well above the United States, Japan and even Germany. But this hasn’t always been the case. Back in the 1970’s, the US lead the pack, producing approximately 8 million cars each year, followed by Japan at 6 million

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2014 Buick Enclave Case Study

Diminished Value for 2014 Buick Enclave   CODE SERIES MODEL INVOICE RETAIL: 4R14526 Convenience 4D Utility FWD ………………………………………………………36803.00 38740.00 4V14526 4D Utility AWD ………………………………………………………………………….38703.00 40740.00 4R14526 Leather 4D Utility FWD ………………………………………………………………40617.00 42755.00 4V14526 4D Utility AWD…………………………………………………………………………..42517.00 44755.00 4R14526 Premium 4D Utility FWD ……………………………………………………………43999.00 46315.00 4V14526 4D Utility AWD…………………………………………………………………………..45899.00 48315.00 OTHER

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2010 Audi S4

Diminished Value for 2010 Audi S4 Premium Plus 4D Sedan Qtro 3.0 MSRP: $47,300 VIN: WAUDGAFL3AA170000 Adj. State: Georgia Fin Adv: $32,850 UVC: 2010080107 Mileage: 26101 Equip Ret: $49,073 MPG: 18/28 Mileage Cat: E Tire Size: 245/40R18 Weight: 3847 Cylinders: 6 Base HP: 333 @ 7000 Fuel Type: Gas Transmission:

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2013 Toyota Prius Base 4D Hatchback

2013 Toyota Prius Base 4D Hatchback: MSRP: $24,200 VIN: JTDKN3DU7D5698009 Adj. State: National Fin Adv: $18,475 UVC: 2013900288 Mileage: 0 Equip Ret: $25,750 MPG: 51/48 Mileage Cat: B Tire Size: 215/45R17 Weight: 3204 Cylinders: 4 Base HP: 98 @ 5200 Fuel Type: Hybrid Transmission: A Taxable HP: 16.1 Wheelbase: 106.3

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2011 Toyota Prius 4D Hatchback

Diminished Value Calculator  : 2011 Toyota Prius 4D Hatchback   MSRP: $23,050 VIN: JTDKN3DU3B0283232 Adj. State: National Fin Adv: $15,250 UVC: 2011900288 Mileage: 0 Equip Ret: $25,541 MPG: 51/48 Mileage Cat: B Tire Size: 195/65R15 Weight: 3274 Cylinders: 4 Base HP: 98 @ 5200 Fuel Type: Hybrid Transmission: A Taxable HP:

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2011 Mercedes-Benz GL Class

Diminished Value Calculator  :2011 Mercedes-Benz GL Class GL450 4D Utility MSRP: $61,950 VIN: 4JGBF7BE8BA635002 Adj. State: National Fin Adv: $33,025 UVC: 2011560156 Mileage: 0 Equip Ret: $67,784 MPG: 13/17 Mileage Cat: E Tire Size: 275/55R19 Weight: 6944 Cylinders: 8 Base HP: 335 @ 6000 Fuel Type: Gas Transmission: A Taxable

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2010 Jaguar XF Premium 4D Sedan

2010 Jaguar XF Premium 4D Sedan VIN:   SAJWA0GB0A UVC:   2010460048 VIN + UVC:   SAJWA0GBA048 MSRP:   $56,150 Finance Advance:   $29,975 Model Number:   9510 Price Includes:   AT AC LTH SR Adj. State:   Georgia Mileage:   62,414 Mileage Cat:   E Residual Months Value 12 $24,550 24 $21,025 30 $19,400 36 $17,775 42 $16,225 48

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List of Cars Most Likely to Get a Ticket

It’s long been said that red and silver cars are more likely to get stopped & ticketed by the police. Despite the fact that is simply just a rumor, it turns out the vehicle you drive can play a large part. Below is a list of cars most likely to

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Georgia Car Dealer Forms

35 Used Car Dealer Application Package (Rev 02-15) 35 Application for Change of Designee 35 Application for Temporary Site Permit (Rev 9-05) 35 Bond Form 35 Change of Location or Name 35 Complaint 35 Fee Schedule 35 Qualified Alien Status Form 35 Used Car Continuing Education Audit Form 99 Reference

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Cars And Trucks Depreciation Rate Increases Year Over Year

The Black Book Market Insights report this week looks at the continuing impact late-year seasonality is having across all car and truck segments. What’s more, the report offers front-line insight from remarketing executives at Ford and General Motors, who both offer a glimpse into auction strategies for key segments, CPO

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Cars And Trucks Experience Largest Price Decline

Auction Values – Market Insight.  This week we examine the continued effects the price of gas is having on smaller cars and entry-level cars, which are showing some of the largest declines of the year. Interestingly, even though diesel prices also remain low, they are not having a similar impact

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