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CAR PRICE MARKET UPDATE FALL 2013

CAR PRICE MARKET UPDATE FALL 2013 The Big ‘Fall’ If we needed a reminder that it is not unusual for a large percentage of yearly depreciation to occur over the fall months of September, October, and November, we just had one. Big time. Some of the steepest declines we have

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2007 Acura MDX SUV

Diminished Value Analysis – 2007 Acura MDX SUV 2007 ACURA MDX EFFECTIVE 10-17-06 MAJOR CHANGES FOR 2007: Redesigned for MY 2007 CODE SERIES MODEL INVOICE RETAIL YD2827JNW 4D Utility ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….36063.00 39995.00 YD2837KNW 4D Utility Base w/Tech ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..39213.00 43495.00 YD2847KNW 4D Utility Base w/Tech & RES …………………………………………………………………………………………………..41193.00 45695.00 YD2857KNW 4D Utility

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Used Car Market Review Aug 2013

One area of the market that warrants a closer look in the potential movement of values is that group of mostly older vehicles, those seven to twelve years old. Important to the BHPH market, the availability of these vehicles could result in less retention values compared to what we’ve normally

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What is Diminished Value and how can you help me achieve it?

Q:      What is Diminished Value and how can you help me achieve it? A:       Thank you for contacting Diminished Value of Georgia for the appraisal of your vehicle. I am a Customer Relations Specialist and part of my responsibility is to make certain that you have the information you

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Daimler AG Sales by model 2012

Daimler AG is headquartered in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. By unit sales, it is the thirteenth-largest car manufacturer and second-largest truck manufacturer in the world. Below is a table showing, my model, the number of vehicle Daimler sold in the US for calendar year 2012. Model Units Sold Percentage B-Class 29

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2013 Vehicle Valuation Manual –Title Ad Valorem Tax

2013 Vehicle Valuation Manual –Title Ad Valorem Tax   Fair Market Value is the value listed in the Department of Revenue assessment manual minus trade-in for dealer sales. If not listed in the assessment manual, use the greater of the value from the bill of sale or the “clean retail”

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2011 Mercedes-Benz E350

2011 Mercedes-Benz E Class E350 4D Luxury Sedan – Diminished Value MSRP: $49,400 VIN: WDDHF5GB5B MPG: 17/24 Wholesale X-CL Clean Average Rough Base $35,800 $34,400 $31,600 $27,800 Options $0 $0 $0 $0 Mileage $550 $675 $850 $0 Region $0 $0 $0 $0 Total $36,350 $35,075 $32,450 $27,800 Trade In X-CL Clean Average Rough

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Best Lease Deals for June 2013

Best Lease Deals: June 2013 2013 Volkswagen Passat MSRP:$20,845 – $33,525 Invoice:$19,990 – $32,151 Lease Deal: $249 per month for 39 months with $0 due at signing Deal Expires: 05/31/13 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Avg. Paid:$35,607 – $37,492 MSRP:$37,090 – $39,090 Invoice:$34,494 – $36,354 Lease Deal: $399 per month for 30

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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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State Farm Rejecting Diminished Value on a 100K Mile Car

State farm is using the erroneous 17c formula to assess diminished value on a $11,900 car that suffered $5,000 in damage. Would you buy this car for the same price as an undamaged counterpart?   Regarding your claim against our insured for property damage to your vehicle, State Farm has

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2012 Audi Q5 Premium Plus

2012 Audi Q5 Premium Plus 4D Utility 2.0 – Diminished Value- Minor Wreck VIN: WA1LFAFP6C UVC: 2012080148 VIN + UVC: WA1LFAFPC148 MSRP: $39,900 Finance Advance: $35,975 Model Number: 8RB56A Price Includes: AT AWD AC 6CY Adj. State: National Mileage: 10,200 Mileage Cat: E Residual Months Value 12 $30,175 24 $27,700

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2013 Scion FR-S 2D Coupe

2013 Scion FR-S 2D Coupe – Diminished Value – Moderate Accident   VIN: JF1ZNAA14D1704732 UVC: 2013830022 VIN + UVC: JF1ZNAA1D022 MSRP: $25,300 Finance Advance: $21,675 Model Number: 6253 Price Includes: AT AC 4CY Adj. State: National Mileage: 404 Mileage Cat: B Residual Months Value 12 $18,250 24 $16,475 30 $15,375

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2011 Lexus ES 350 4D Luxury Sedan

2011 Lexus ES 350 4D Luxury Sedan   VIN: JTHBK1EG2B2459339 UVC: 2011500031 VIN + UVC: JTHBK1EGB031 MSRP: $36,725 Finance Advance: $30,775 Model Number: 9000 Price Includes: AT AC LTH SR Adj. State: National Mileage: 0 Mileage Cat: D Residual Months Value 12 $23,325 24 $20,725 30 $18,875 36 $17,050 42

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4D Sedan

2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4D Sedan   VIN: 6G2EC57Y98L139843 UVC: 2008720188 VIN + UVC: 6G2EC57Y8188 MSRP: $29,310 Finance Advance: $17,450 Model Number: 2EC69 Price Includes: AT AC EW ES Adj. State: National Mileage: 80,321 Mileage Cat: D Residual Months Value 12 $14,750 24 $12,275 30 $11,150 36 $10,050 42 $9,025

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2008 Allegro ALLEGRO BAY Series M-37QDB FREIGHTLINER MotorHome

2008 Allegro ALLEGRO BAY Series M-37QDB FREIGHTLINER Diminished Value   2008 Tiffin Motorhomes Allegro Bay 37 QDB Specifications  Engine:   Engine Brand Name  Cummins Engine Type  I6 Cylinders  6 Horsepower (bhp/kW)  300 / 223.9 Horsepower RPM  2600 Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)  620 / 840.6 Torque RPM  1600 Fuel Requirements  Regular Fuel Type

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2012 Toyota Highlander Limited 4D Utility

2012 Toyota Highlander Limited 4D Utility VIN: 5TDYK3EH6CS052506 UVC: 2012900260 VIN + UVC: 5TDYK3EHC260 MSRP: $35,595 Finance Advance: $34,925 Model Number: 6954 Price Includes: AT AC Adj. State: National Mileage: 12,738 Mileage Cat: C Residual Months Value 12 $28,825 24 $26,250 30 $24,375 36 $22,525 42 $20,850 48 $19,200 60

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2011 Ford F150 Lariat Supercrew

2011 Ford F150 Lariat Supercrew   VIN: 1FTFW1CTB UVC: 2011300725 VIN + UVC: 1FTFW1CTB725 MSRP: $36,470 Finance Advance: $29,675 Model Number: W1C Price Includes: AT AC V8 Adj. State: National Mileage: 34,500 Mileage Cat: D Residual Months Value 12 $23,975 24 $20,950 30 $19,750 36 $18,575 42 $17,275 48 $15,975

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2012 Kia Soul ! 4D Wagon

2012 Kia Soul ! 4D Wagon   VIN: KNDJT2A2C UVC: 2012485073 VIN + UVC: KNDJT2A2C073 MSRP: $19,600 Finance Advance: $16,550 Model Number: B2542 Price Includes: AC 4CY Adj. State: National Mileage: 0 Mileage Cat: A Residual Months Value 12 $13,075 24 $11,475 30 $10,500 36 $9,550 42 $8,700 48 $7,850

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