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2010 BMW 5-Series 528xi 4D Sedan

Diminished Value Auto – 2010 BMW 5-Series 528xi 4D Sedan 2010 BMW 5-SERIES EFFECTIVE 01-01-10 MAJOR CHANGES FOR 2010: No Major Changes CODE SERIES MODEL INVOICE RETAIL 1056 528i 4D Sedan……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….42275.00 45950.00 1057 528xi 4D Sedan……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….44390.00 48250.00 1050 535i 4D Sedan……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….47150.00 51250.00 1055 535xi 4D Sedan……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….49265.00 53550.00 1059 4D Sports

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2013 Kia Optima SX 4D Sedan

Diminished Value for 2013 Kia Optima SX 4D Sedan 2013 KIA OPTIMA EFFECTIVE 05-31-12 MAJOR CHANGES FOR 2013: Realignment of Trims CODE SERIES MODEL INVOICE RETAIL 53222 4D Sedan LX…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..20255.00 21200.00 53242 4D Sedan EX………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….21955.00 23500.00 55282 4D Sedan SX………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….25040.00 26800.00 55282 4D Sedan SX Limited……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….28290.00 30150.00 OTHER CHARGES MODEL

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2012 BMW X5 XDrive35i 4D SAV

Diminished Value analysis for 2012 BMW X5 XDrive35i 4D SAV VITAL STATS Engine 3.0L I-6 Power 300 @ 5,800 rpm Transmission 8-spd w/OD 0-60 9.3 seconds Drivetrain all wheel M Seating 5 passengers Cargo 75.2 cu.ft. MPG 16 City / 23 HWY Warranty 48 months/50,000 miles The BMW X5 is

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Auto Appraisal Services Flier

Thank you for choosing Diminished Value of Georgia, the state’s #1 Auto appraisal company.  We are proud to offer you the following appraisal services anywhere in Georgia. Appraisal Type: Physical Inspection Rate Card Diminished Value YES $425 Total Loss YES $425 Umpire/Mediation YES $300 Expert Witness N/A $300/hr. Desk Appraisals

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2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid

2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid – Diminished Value Wholesale X-CL Clean Average Rough Base $17,450 $16,550 $15,000 $12,850 Options $0 $0 $0 $0 Mileage ($2,550) ($2,000) ($1,450) ($800) Region $0 $0 $0 $0 Total $14,900 $14,550 $13,550 $12,050 Trade In X-CL Clean Average Rough Base N/A $16,775 $15,385 $12,140 Options N/A

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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class SLK55 2D Roadster

2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class SLK55 2D Roadster – Diminished Value Wholesale X-CL Clean Average Rough Base $37,000 $35,600 $31,900 $27,600 Options $0 $0 $0 $0 Mileage $275 $375 $550 $0 Region $0 $0 $0 $0 Total $37,275 $35,975 $32,450 $27,600 Trade In X-CL Clean Average Rough Base N/A $35,880 $32,640

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2005 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Roadster

2005 Mercedes-Benz SL Class SL500 2D Roadster – Diminished Value VIN:   WDBSK75F05F104810 UVC:   2005560074 VIN + UVC:   WDBSK75F5074 MSRP:   $91,300 Finance Advance:   $26,075 Model Number:   SL500 Price Includes:   AT NAV AC LTH Adj. State:   National Mileage:   22,000 Mileage Cat:   E Residual Months Value 12 $0 24 $0 30 $0 36

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2011 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner SR5 Double Cab V6

2011 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner SR5 Double Cab V6 – Diminished Value VIN:   3TMKU4HN8B UVC:   2011900259 VIN + UVC:   3TMKU4HNB259 MSRP:   $23,950 Finance Advance:   $23,525 Model Number:   7190 Price Includes:   AT AC Adj. State:   National Mileage:   57,000 Mileage Cat:   A Residual Months Value 12 $20,000 24 $17,525 30 $16,375 36 $15,250

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2011 Honda Accord EX-L Coupe

2011 Honda Accord EX-L 2D Coupe VIN:   1HGCS1B87B UVC:   2011360193 VIN + UVC:   1HGCS1B8B193 MSRP:   $27,105 Finance Advance:   $18,600 Model Number:   CS1B8BJNW Price Includes:   AT AC Adj. State:   Georgia Mileage:   21,600 Mileage Cat:   C Residual Months Value 12 $14,600 24 $12,825 30 $11,950 36 $11,075 42 $10,275 48 $9,500 60

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2006 Maserati Gransport LE

Year 2006 Engine Type 4.2L V8 DOHC 32V Make Maserati Driveline RWD Model Gransport Ground Clearance No data in. Trim Level LE Front Brake Type No data Manufactured In ITALY Rear Brake Type No data Body Style COUPE 2-DR Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS Transmission 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive Standard Seating 4

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2009 Cadillac CTS-V

2009 Cadillac CTS V 4D Sedan – Diminished Value – Major Damage VIN:   1G6DN57P69 UVC:   2009140045 VIN + UVC:   1G6DN57P9045 MSRP:   $58,575 Finance Advance:   $37,375 Model Number:   6DN69 Price Includes:   AT AC EW ES Adj. State:   Georgia Mileage:   26,514 Mileage Cat:   E Residual Months Value 12 $23,050 24 $18,725 30

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2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0 Turbo

2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4D Sedan 2.0 Turbo – Diminished Value VIN:   5NPEC4ABB UVC:   2011380116 VIN + UVC:   5NPEC4ABB116 MSRP:   $27,045 Finance Advance:   $20,775 Model Number:   27452 Price Includes:   AT AC Adj. State:   National Mileage:   0 Mileage Cat:   B Residual Months Value 12 $14,700 24 $12,025 30 $10,875 36 $9,750

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2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

2013 Volkswagen Jetta S 4D Sedan – Diminished Value VIN:   3VW1K7AJD UVC:   2013940233 VIN + UVC:   3VW1K7AJD233 MSRP:   $17,775 Finance Advance:   $17,450 Model Number:   1622J1 Price Includes:   AT AC Adj. State:   Georgia Mileage:   0 Mileage Cat:   B Residual Months Value 12 $13,025 24 $11,450 30 $10,600 36 $9,775 42 $9,025

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2013 Kia Sorento LX

2013 Kia Sorento LX 4D Utility – Diminished Value – Major Damage VIN:   5XYKT4A18DG328765 UVC:   2013485033 VIN + UVC:   5XYKT4A1D033 MSRP:   $23,150 Finance Advance:   $21,000 Model Number:   72222 Price Includes:   AT AC Adj. State:   National Mileage:   0 Mileage Cat:   D Residual Months Value 12 $15,600 24 $13,875 30 $12,925 36

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2010 Acura TSX 4D Sedan w/Tech Pkg

2010 Acura TSX 4D Sedan w/Tech Pkg – Diminished Value – Major Loss VIN:   JH4CU2E6A UVC:   2010020066 VIN + UVC:   JH4CU2E6A066 MSRP:   $32,410 Finance Advance:   $20,025 Model Number:   CU2E6AKW Price Includes:   AT AC LTH SR Adj. State:   Georgia Mileage:   37,623 Mileage Cat:   C Residual Months Value 12 $15,250 24 $13,000

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2007 Bentley Continental GT

2007 Bentley Continental GT Diminished Value Price MSRP $172,585 Transmission Drivetrain AWD 6-Speed Automatic MPG 10 city 17 highway Safety Front Airbags Driver Standard Passenger Standard Side Airbags Front Standard Rear Standard Side Curtain Airbags Standard ABS Brakes Standard Amenities Air Conditioning Standard Leather Seats Standard Power Seats Driver Standard PassengerStandard Power Windows Standard Power Door Locks Standard Navigation

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2010 Toyota Sienna Limited

2010 Toyota Sienna Limited 5D Wagon – Diminished Value VIN:   5TDDK4CCA UVC:   2010900281 VIN + UVC:   5TDDK4CCA281 MSRP:   $35,665 Finance Advance:   $26,775 Model Number:   5386 Price Includes:   AT AC Adj. State:   National Mileage:   0 Mileage Cat:   B Residual Months Value 12 $19,925 24 $16,725 30 $15,400 36 $14,075 42 $12,850

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2007 BMW 650i Convertible

2007 BMW 6-Series 650i 2D Convertible – Diminished Value VIN:   WBAEK1357 UVC:   2007100117 VIN + UVC:   WBAEK1357117 MSRP:   $81,700 Finance Advance:   $28,275 Model Number:   0768 Price Includes:   AT AC LTH Adj. State:   National Mileage:   71,401 Mileage Cat:   E Residual Months Value 12 $0 24 $0 30 $0 36 $0 42

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2008 Pontiac G8

2008 Pontiac G8 Base 4D Sedan – Diminished Value   VIN:   6G2ER577X8 UVC:   2008720187 VIN + UVC:   6G2ER5778187 MSRP:   $26,910 Finance Advance:   $12,675 BBR (Collateral Risk Score):   23 Model Number:   2ER69 Price Includes:   AT AC EW ES Adj. State:   National Mileage:   104,663 Mileage Cat:   D Weight:   3,885 Wheelbase:   114.8 Base

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2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK350

2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK Class GLK350 4D Utility – Diminished Value VIN:   WDCGG5GB4C UVC:   2012560192 VIN + UVC:   WDCGG5GBC192 MSRP:   $35,880 Finance Advance:   $32,550 Model Number:   GLK350W2 Price Includes:   AT AC LTH SR Adj. State:   National Mileage:   0 Mileage Cat:   E Residual Months Value 12 $26,550 24 $23,875 30 $22,400 36

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