Expert Auto Appraisals in Seattle

Trusted vehicle valuations for estates, insurance, and more.

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About Vintage Viewpoint

Experienced Appraisals

With almost 30 years of experience in automobile appraisals, I offer reliable and impartial valuations. My expertise covers a wide range of vehicles, particularly classic and special interest cars, ensuring customers receive accurate appraisals for estate, divorce, tax, and insurance purposes.

Some of the vehicles we’ve viewed

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Services Offered (US$)

Appraisals

Vehicle inspections with written value report

Stated Value Appraisal

300

Written report with pictures and comparables.

Appraisal of Damaged Vehicle to contest a disputed total loss

450

After claim is adjusted and appraisal clause is invoked to challenge the settlement offer after a Total Loss declaration by the insurance company.

Pre-consultation of Damaged Vehicle to contest a disputed total loss

100

This is a preliminary investigation about contesting your settlement offer after a declaration of Total Loss. I look at your information and do some initial research and then we discuss and determine if it is worthwhile to move onto an appraisal. This fee is applied to the Appraisal fee if we agree to continue.

Inspections and Consultations

These reports do not include a value estimate

Pre-Purchase Inspection Report

400

8-10 page checklist overview. Up to 50 digital photos emailed, follow up telephone conference to review report and photos.

Authenticity and Detail Report

400

Inspection report that highlights and explains details on the vehicle that support its authenticity or correctness. It usually focuses on engine and drivetrain stampings, casting numbers and dates, trim tags, documentation or physical characteristics of the vehicle.

Expert Witness Testimony, Private Automotive Consultation (billed per hour)

200

Travel Fees and Expenses

All Vehicle Appraisals and Reports are based on personal inspection. They are not done based on pictures or verbal descriptions.

Travel fee to vehicles within 60 miles

2/mile + any applicable tolls

One-way travel up to 60 miles is calculated at $2/mile (i.e. if it’s15 miles door-to-door, $30 is added to the appraisal fee). Any transportation tolls incurred on the round trip will also be billed.

Travel fee and availability for vehicles more than 60 miles away

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Inspections more than 60 miles away are negotiated on a case by case basis and will reflect time, vehicle/airfare requirements and lodging needs.

An Option to Pay Your Appraisal Bill Online

Easily settle your appraisal fees through our secure online payment system. At Vintage Viewpoint, we value your time and strive to make the process as convenient as possible. Thank you for choosing us for your automobile appraisal needs!

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