BMW Diminished Value and Loss of Use Claims

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

St. Lucie Automobile and Diminished Value Appraiser

There is a new phenomenon in the automotive world and it is called Diminished Value. For those who haven’t heard this term, it means the loss in value a vehicle experiences after undergoing collision repairs. BMW models that attract more discriminating buyers, suffer a great deal more diminished value than an ordinary car. Used car buyers simply won’t pay as much for a previously wrecked car so dealers, in turn, have to offer less come trade-in time. New and late model car owners expect a first-class level of service. Those expectations extend to the treatment they receive from insurance companies after their cars are wrecked by the negligence of others. Seeking fair compensation for diminished value and loss of use is part of it. You need an expert appraiser. At The St. Lucie Appraisal Company, BMW Diminished Value and Loss of Use claims are our specialty.

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Our methodology for preparing automobile diminished value appraisals is unique within the industry because we don’t rely on formulas, algorithms, auto auction results or other short cuts to determine the amount of value lost after collision repairs. Each situation is unique and the only way to provide tailor-made reports is to query the people who actually do the buying and selling of these bad Carfax vehicles – new car dealers. It is important, of course, that the dealers who participate in our surveys know full well that the subject vehicles are not for sale or available for trade. This prevents insurance companies from alleging collusion or vested interest. This approach has made our company the best at what we do – Diminished Value and Loss of Use appraisals. Magistrates and mediators alike have recognized the validity of our reports because they are comprehensive and they aren’t complicated.

Insurance Company defense attorneys can instantly recognize which independent appraisals will stand up in court and advise their adjusters accordingly when it comes to offering fair settlements. We are rarely called upon to appear as expert witnesses in legal proceedings because our customers generally receive fair settlements that preclude taking civil actions. BMW diminished value and loss of use claims should present no problems if appraisals are prepared correctly.

So where does this leave the BMW owner when it comes to receiving fair compensation for Diminished Value and Loss of Use? The independent appraisers that use formulas and algorithms arrive at numbers that don’t remotely represent the BMW used car market. As for the independent appraisers that use automobile auction results, they are completely out of luck since so few late-model high-end BMWs are put up for auction.

The St. Lucie Appraisal Company has gained more than our share of diminished value and loss of use requests from BMW owners due chiefly to word of mouth. It has been not only BMW owners but also the certified BMW repair shop managers who have sent their customers, friends and families to us.

Finally, with regard to Loss of Use claims, it costs up to $250 per day to rent a Dream Car such as the BMW i8 from one of the Hertz locations in California. Anywhere else in the US, a late model high-end BMW or comparable car can cost $125.00 per day on a long-term basis. Why do insurance companies feel that they can get away with offering lower-priced replacement vehicles to BMW owners? It is common knowledge that a wrecked high-end BMW can take up to 60 days to repair. A typical Loss of Use report for a BMW owner whose car is laid up for two months is in excess of $7,500.00. Of special note: It is not necessary to actually rent a car in order to receive compensation for Loss of Use.

All BMWs will lose value after collision repairs. Diminished Value can result in as much as 50% of the vehicle’s value lost, especially if frame damage or air bag deployment was involved. While “the older the car, the less it will suffer diminished value” is true, that statement can be misleading. While a 2008 BMW with a bad Carfax will lose less in value, percentage-wise, than a newer model, older cars can still be worth thousands of dollars less after accident repairs.

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A Hyundai Diminished Value Claim in Stuart, Florida

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Our diminished value appraisal of a Hyundai Sonata Limited with 38,645 miles that was involved in a Rear End Collision that caused $3,646.25 in damage. The car was disabled/towed and had structural damage but no air bag deployment.The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Hyundai dealerships in Florida – You will lose 25%+ give or take an this type of car with structural damage. Also with frame damage listed the dealer would have to sell the car for much less to appeal to potential buyers and also since the car had structural damage, the integrity of the car has been compromised which scares off most buyers.The opinions of unbiased experts form the basis for the most comprehensive Auto Diminished Value Appraisal available. We obtain six of them which absolutely puts the diminished value figure prepared by The St. Lucie Appraisal Company in the ballpark. This is what the car owner will experience in the real world.

Dealers providing opinions regarding diminished value were given information specific to this vehicle including year, make, model, mileage, color, options, any other pertinent equipment, date of loss as well as the nature of the repaired damages and the manner in which the vehicle was repaired. Dealer opinions are based on personal knowledge and access to auction results. Dealers were advised that this vehicle was properly repaired.

We contacted several Hyundai dealers in Florida in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

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Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the Rear including damage to structural components. Repair cost $7,441.75 LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 29.17%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $12,500.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $3,646.25.

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Diminished Value Appraisals in Stuart, FL

Service Areas Covered (34957, 34990, 34997)

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Automobile Diminished Value Appraisal in Anaheim, California

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. This commentary concerns the diminished value appraisal of an Audi A7 Prestige Quattro with 17,403 miles that was involved in a rear-end collision that caused $26,606.79 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed, had structural damage and had air bag deployment. The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Audi dealerships in Southern California – One dealer explained that frame damage on a 2017 on top of 26K worth of damage would be a highly significant loss around 45-50%. The car would most likely go right to auction no matter where you traded. Another dealer said that typically when there is frame damage you could be looking at losing a minimum around 35% but if you also had air bags and more than $20,000 in damage you could be looking at losing 40-50%.

The opinions of six unbiased professional sales managers at recognized new car dealerships form the basis for the most comprehensive Auto Diminished Value Appraisal available. We obtain six of them to validate the diminished value report prepared by The St. Lucie Appraisal Company. This is what the car owner will experience in the real world.

The six dealers providing opinions regarding diminished value were given information specific to this vehicle including year, make, model, mileage, pre-accident condition, color, options, any other pertinent equipment, date of loss as well as the nature of the repaired damages and the manner in which the vehicle was repaired. Dealer opinions are based on personal knowledge and access to auction results. Dealers were advised that this vehicle was properly repaired.

We contacted several Porsche dealers in Southern California to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV). Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the Rear including damage to structural components and air bag deployment. Repair cost $26,606.79. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 42.50%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $52,000.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $22,100.00

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Diminished Value Appraisals in Anaheim, CA

Service Areas Covered (92683, 92704, 92804)

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A Toyota Diminished Value Claim in Des Moines, Iowa

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

A diminished value appraisal of an older Toyota Land Cruiser with 143,881 miles that was involved in a Rear-end collision that caused $1,816.76 in damage. The vehicle was not disabled/towed, had no structural damage and no air bag deployment. The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Toyota dealerships in Iowa – One dealer said that when you get an accident and you have a minor accident on the report it would be normal to maybe lose ballpark 3-5K. Another dealer said maybe 10% at most, he couldn’t see it losing more especially if the car was repaired at reputable shop and looks good , generally Toyotas hold their value well.

We contacted several Toyota dealers in Iowa to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV). Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Non-disabling collision damages to the Rear with no damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $1,816.76. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 10.89%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $38,750.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $4,219.88

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Diminished Value Appraisals in Des Moines, IA

Service Areas Covered (50265, 50315, 50317, 50613, 52001)

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A Mercedes-Benz Diminished Value Claim in Worcester, Massachusetts

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

The St. Lucie Appraisal Company diminished value appraisal of a Mercedes-Benz S550 AWD Sedan in Worcester, MA with 133,689 Miles that was involved in a right front collision that caused $4,615.75 in damage. The car was not disabled/towed and had no structural damage or air bag deployment.The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Mercedes-Benz dealerships in Massachusetts- Many Mercedes-Benz dealers won’t retail cars with a bad Carfax and send them right to auction. Also that even repaired well, the car will lose a few thousand dollars. The opinions of unbiased experts form the basis for the most comprehensive Auto Diminished Value Appraisal available. We obtain six of them which absolutely puts the diminished value figure prepared by The St. Lucie Appraisal Company in the ballpark. This is what the car owner will experience in the real world.

We contacted several Mercedes-Benz dealers in Massachusetts in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Non-disabling collision damages to the right front not including damage to structural components. Repair cost $4,615.75 LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 12,73%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $22,000.00 at the time of loss. Diminished Value = $2,800.60.

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Diminished Value Appraisals in Worcester, MA

Service Areas Covered (01605, 01610, 01602, 01609, 01603)

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Chevrolet Diminished Value Claim in Salt Lake City

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

The St. Lucie Appraisal Company’s diminished value appraisal of a Chevrolet Colorado Z71 AWD Diesel Crew Cab with 440 miles that was involved in a Rear End Collision that caused $4,005.91 in damage. The truck was not disabled/towed and had structural damage and no air bag deployment.The claimant made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Chevrolet dealerships in Utah- Without the structural damage we’d be talking totally different numbers. Also that, if the car did not suffer any frame damage, then you should lose more than 10-20% of the cars value but if there is frame damage you are looking at a much bigger number.

The opinions of unbiased experts form the basis for the most comprehensive Auto Diminished Value Appraisal available. We obtain six of them which absolutely puts the diminished value figure prepared by The St. Lucie Appraisal Company in the ballpark. This is what the car owner will experience in the real world.

We contacted several Chevrolet dealers in Utah in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Non-disabling collision damages to the Rear including damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $4,005.91. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 34.58%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $30,000.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $10,374.00.

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Diminished Value Appraisals in Salt Lake City, UT

Service Areas Covered (84020, 84095, 84118, 84119, 84120)

Service in Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo, West Jordan, Orem, Sandy, Ogden, St. George, Layton, Millcreek, Taylorsville, South Jordan, Lehi, Logan, Murray, Draper, Bountiful and throughout Utah. auto appraiser near 84020, auto appraiser near 84095, auto appraiser near 84118, auto appraiser near 84119, auto appraiser near 84120, auto appraiser near Salt Lake City

Diminished Value Appraisal in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

October 11, 2025October 11, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

The St. Lucie Appraisal Company’s diminished value appraisal of a Honda CR-V EX-L AWD Navigation SUV with 14,671 miles that was involved in a Right Side Collision that caused $8,604.18 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed and had structural damage and no air bag deployment.The claimant made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Honda dealerships in Wisconsin – That anytime there is frame damage you are looking at taking a much greater loss and it would be considered auction car. Also, in the case there is frame damage especially on a newer car the loss would be greater than if it were older because the cars value is higher now than it would be two years from now. Typically frame damaged cars dealers will take on trade but they would be wholesale cars and could take a hit of 25-30% Dealers report that they have seen them as high as half of the cars book value.

We contacted several Honda dealers in Wisconsin in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the Right Side with damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $8,604.18. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 34.58%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $25,000.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $8,645.00.

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Diminished Value Appraisals in Milwaukee, WI

Service Areas Covered (53204, 53207, 53209, 53215, 53218, 53221)

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A Dodge Ram Diminished Value Claim in Overland Park, Kansas

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

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A diminished value appraisal of a Ram Sport 4X4 Crew Cab Pickup truck in Overland Park, KS with 16,700 miles that was involved in a right front collision that caused $9,404.57 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed, had structural damage and no air bag deployment. The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Dodge Ram dealerships in Kansas – One dealer said anytime you have frame damage they can’t resell for nearly what they could without an accident history. You can lose anywhere from 35% of its value depending on what is on the report. Another dealer explained that if it has frame damage these are all red flags you are looking at a big loss around 30-40% maybe more could go as high as half the vehicles value.

We contacted several Dodge Ram dealers in Kansas to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV). Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the right front including damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $9,404.57. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 35.83%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $32,000.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $11,465.60

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Diminished Value Appraisals in Overland Park, KS

Service Areas Covered (66013, 66062, 66083, 66085, 66202, 66203, 66204, 66206, 66207, 66208, 66209, 66210, 66211, 66212, 66213, 66215, 66221, 66223)

Service in Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, Topeka, Olathe, Lawrence, Shawnee, Manhattan, Lenexa, Salina, Hutchinson, Leavenworth, Leawood, Dodge City and throughout Kansas.

Allen, Anderson, Atchison, Barber, Barton, Bourbon, Brown, Butler, Chase, Chautauqua, Cherokee, Cheyenne, Clark, Clay, Cloud, Coffey, Comanche, Cowley, Crawford, Decatur, Dickinson, Doniphan, Douglas, Edwards, Elk, Ellis, Ellsworth, Finney, Ford, Franklin, Geary, Gove, Graham, Grant, Gray, Greeley, Greenwood, Hamilton, Harper, Harvey, Haskell, Hodgeman, Jackson, Jefferson, Jewell, Johnson, Kearny, Kingman, Kiowa, Labette, Lane, Leavenworth, Lincoln, Linn, Logan, Lyon, Marion, Marshall, McPherson, Meade, Miami, Mitchell, Montgomery, Morris, Morton, Nemaha, Neosho, Ness, Norton, Osage, Osborne, Ottawa, Pawnee, Phillips, Pottawatomie, Pratt, Rawlins, Reno, Republic, Rice, Riley, Rooks, Rush, Russell, Saline, Scott, Sedgwick, Seward, Shawnee, Sheridan, Sherman, Smith, Stafford, Stanton, Stevens, Sumner, Thomas, Trego, Wabaunsee, Wallace, Washington, Wichita, Wilson, Woodson and Wyandotte Counties. This auto appraisal was near 66223.

Tesla S90D AWD Diminished Value Claim in Buffalo, New York

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Our diminished value appraisal of a Tesla Motors S90 AWD Sedan with 2,847 miles that was involved in a front-end collision that caused $10,858.27 in damage in November 2017. The vehicle was disabled/towed and did not sustain structural damage.The claimant made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at luxury car dealers in Upstate New York. – There would definitely be a loss of value because of the amount of damage that is on the Carfax they would have to sell it for a lot less in order to get rid of it and normally buyers when spending this kind of money on a vehicle would like to see a clean Carfax and will expect a “Deal”. Also, that the car would depreciate substantially due to the Autocheck showing damage that will make the car lose easily 15-30% off the book value. Another provided the example example if you had a Ford Focus your loss will be less than it would for a Tesla because it cost less therefore the loss is less.

We contacted several exotic car dealers dealers in Upstate New York in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the Rear with no damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $10,858.27. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 15.56%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $75,000.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $11,670.00.

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Diminished Value Appraisals in Buffalo, NY

Service Areas Covered (14213, 14214, 14222, 14208, 14201, 14209, 14204)

Service in Albany, Amherst, Babylon, Brookhaven, Brooklyn, Bronx, Cheektowaga, Clarkstown, Colonie, Greece, Greenburgh, Hamburg, Hempstead, Huntington, Irondequoit, Islip, Manhattan, North Hempstead, New York City, Orangetown, Oyster Bay, Poughkeepsie, Queens, Ramapo, Rye, Smithtown, Staten Island, Tonawanda, Union, Webster, West Seneca, White Plains and throughout New York.Service throughout Albany, Allegany, Bronx, Broome, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Chemung, Chenango, Clinton, Columbia, Cortland, Delaware, Dutchess, Erie, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Genesee, Greene, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Kings, Lewis, Livingston, Madison, Monroe, Montgomery, Nassau, New York, Niagara, Oneida, Onondaga, Ontario, Orange, Orleans, Oswego, Otsego, Putnam, Queens, Rensselaer, Richmond, Rockland, St. Lawrence, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Suffolk, Sullivan, Tioga, Tompkins, Ulster, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Westchester, Wyoming and Yates Counties. auto appraiser near 14075, auto appraiser near 14150, auto appraiser near 14215, auto appraiser near 14224, auto appraiser near 14225

Ford Diminished Value Claim in New Haven, Connecticut

October 11, 2025October 10, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Our diminished value appraisal of a Ford F150 XL AWD Supercrew Pickup with 24,046 miles that was involved in a Front and Rear End Collision that caused $12,297.74 in damage. The truck was not disabled/towed and had no structural damage and no air bag deployment. The claimant made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Ford dealerships in Connecticut- When there is an accident report on Carfax, dealers will normally take off 10%-20%. Also, that you lose 15%+ at trade in because of the accident report. Most buyers will want a clean Carfax and if there is an accident reported they will want money taken off asking price due to the accident report.

Diminished Value Appraisals in New Haven, CT

Service Areas Covered (06450, 06460, 06492, 06511, 06513, 06516, 06770)

We contacted several Ford dealers in Connecticut in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Non-disabling collision damages to the Rear not including damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $12,297.74. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

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The average of six (6) deductions was 13.21%%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $32,500.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $4,293.25.

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A Toyota Diminished Value Claim in Hialeah, Florida

October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

A diminished value appraisal of a Toyota Scion tC 2 Door Hatchback with 30,952 miles that was involved in a Rear-end collision that caused $2,109.18 in damage. The vehicle was not disabled/towed, had structural damage and no air bag deployment. The claimant hired AUTODIMINISHEDVALUE.COM and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Toyota dealerships in South Florida – One dealer said that when the car has frame damage that is never good and off the top of his head they have taken deductions as low as 30% all the way to 50%. Another dealer explained with frame damage on the Carfax they would not be able to offer full book value and would have to sell for a lot less if was fixed correctly and looks good you may only see a loss of 30-40% of value possibly more at other dealerships.

Diminished Value Appraisals in Hialeah, Florida

Service Areas in 33012, 33015, 33016 and 33018

We contacted several Toyota dealers in South Florida to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV). Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

A Diminished Value Claim in Hialeah, FloridaDescription of damage: Non-disabling collision damages to the Rear including damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $2,019.18. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 36.67%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $12,500.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $4,583.75

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Alachua, Baker, Bay ,Bradford, Brevard, Broward, Calhoun, Charlotte, Citrus, Clay, Collier, Columbia, De Soto, Dixie, Duval, Escambia, Flagler, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Glades, Gulf, Hamilton, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Holmes, Indian River, Jackson, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lake, Lee, Leon, Levy, Liberty, Madison, Manatee, Marion, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Nassau, Okaloosa, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Palm Beach, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Putnam, St. Johns, St. Lucie, Santa Rosa, Sarasota, Seminole, Sumter, Suwannee, Taylor, Union, Volusia, Wakulla, Walton and Washington Counties. This auto appraisal was in the vicinity of 33012, 33015, 33016 and 33018.

A McLaren Diminished Value Claim in Bakersfield, California

October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

A diminished value appraisal of a McLaren 570GT 2 Door Coupe with 4,500 miles that was involved in a right-side collision that caused $12,961.30 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed, had no structural damage and no air bag deployment. The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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SIX UNBIASED DEALER QUOTES IN EVERY APPRAISAL TO VALIDATE OUR RESEARCH
TELEPHONE CONSULTATIONS ALWAYS FREE-OF-CHARGE

We learned from these examples from sales managers at McLaren dealerships in California and surrounding areas. One dealer asked for the color of the car and said the repair history would devalue the car by about $45,000.00. Another dealer explained that a discriminating McLaren buyer would tend to shy away from this car altogether.

The opinions of six unbiased professional sales managers at recognized McLaren dealerships in California and vicinity form the basis for the most comprehensive Auto Diminished Value Appraisal available. We obtain six of them to validate the diminished value report prepared by AUTODIMINISHEDVALUE.COM. This is what the car owner will experience in the real world.

Diminished Value Appraisals in Bakersfield, CA

Service Areas Covered 93306, 93307, 93309, 93312, 93313

We contacted several McLaren dealers in California and vicinity to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV). Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

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Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the right side with no damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $12,961.30. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 21.10%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $170,000.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $35,870.00

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Alameda, Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Fresno, Glenn, Humboldt, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Lake, Lassen, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mariposa, Mendocino, Merced, Modoc, Mono, Monterey, Napa, Nevada, Orange, Placer, Plumas, Riverside, Sacramento, San Benito, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity, Tulare, Tuolumne, Ventura, Yolo and Yuba Counties. auto appraiser near 93306, auto appraiser near 93307, auto appraiser near 93309, auto appraiser near 93312, auto appraiser near 93313

Diminished Value Appraisal in Tulsa, Oklahoma

September 30, 2025September 30, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. Regarding our diminished value appraisal of a Chevrolet Corvette 3LT Coupe with 27,606 miles that was involved in a Front End Collision that caused $17,551.15 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed and had structural damage and no air bag deployment.The claimant made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

WE DON’T USE FORMULAS, ALGORITHMS, AD COMPARISONS OR OTHER SHORT CUTS
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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Chevrolet dealerships in Oklahoma – Because this vehicle is a bit older, the loss wont be as great but dealers would still take it to auction and even then you would be looking at taking a 35% hit due to the damage reported. Also that you will lose about 30%+ normally at trade In especially because it’s a sports car and people looking to purchase a car like this will look for one with a clean Carfax. In this case due to there being frame damage a dealer is almost sure to sell this wholesale and also due to the frame damage being on the car it will be considered what they call a auction car and anytime the car has been deemed wholesale it loses a substantial amount of value

We contacted several Chevrolet dealers in Oklahoma in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the Front including damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $17,551.15. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 32.08%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $40,000.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $12,832.00.

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Service in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Norman, Broken Arrow, Lawton, Edmond, Moore, Midwest City, Enid, Stillwater, Muskogee, Bartlesville, Owasso, Shawnee and throughout Oklahoma. auto appraiser near 74105, auto appraiser near 74133, auto appraiser near 74136, auto appraiser near 74137

ACURA DIMINISHED VALUE AND LOSS OF USE CLAIMS

September 30, 2025September 30, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

There is a new phenomenon in the automotive world and it is called Diminished Value. For those who haven’t heard this term, it means the loss in value a vehicle experiences after undergoing collision repairs. The Acura, being a car that attracts more discriminating buyers, suffers a great deal more diminished value than an ordinary car. Used car buyers simply won’t pay as much for a previously wrecked car so dealers, in turn, have to offer less come trade-in time. Acura owners are typically upscale folks who expect a first-class level of service. Those expectations extend to the treatment they receive from insurance companies after their cars are wrecked by the negligence of others. Seeking fair compensation for diminished value and loss of use is part of it. You need an expert appraiser. At The St. Lucie Appraisal Company, Acura Diminished Value and Loss of Use claims are our specialty.

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Insurance Company defense attorneys can instantly recognize which independent appraisals will stand up in court and advise their adjusters accordingly when it comes to offering fair settlements. We are rarely called upon to appear as expert witnesses in legal proceedings because our customers generally receive fair settlements that preclude taking civil actions. Acura diminished value and loss of use claims should present no problems if appraisals are prepared correctly.

So where does this leave the Acura owner when it comes to receiving fair compensation for Diminished Value and Loss of Use? The independent appraisers that use formulas and algorithms arrive at numbers that don’t remotely represent the Acura used car market. As for the independent appraisers that use automobile auction results, they are completely out of luck since so few high-end Acuras are put up for auction.

The St. Lucie Appraisal Company has gained more than our share of diminished value and loss of use requests from Acura owners due chiefly to word of mouth. It has been not only Acura owners but also the certified Acura repair shop managers who have sent their customers, friends and families to us.

Finally, with regard to Loss of Use claims, it costs up to $500 per day to rent a Dream Car such as the Acura NSX from one of the Hertz locations in California. Anywhere else in the US, you can rent a late model Acura or comparable car for $125.00 per day. Why do insurance companies feel that they can get away with offering lower-priced replacement vehicles to Acura owners? It is common knowledge that a wrecked Acura can take up to 60 days to repair. A typical Loss of Use report for an Acura owner whose car is laid up for two months is in excess of $7,500.00. Of special note: It is not necessary to actually rent a car in order to receive compensation for Loss of Use.

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Service throughout Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming

Subaru Diminished Value Claim in Downers Grove, Illinois

September 27, 2025September 27, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. Regarding our diminished value appraisal of a Subaru Outback Wagon with 12,000 miles that was involved in a Front-End Collision that caused $15,274.36 in damage. The car was disabled/towed, had structural damage and air bag deployment. The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Subaru dealerships in Illinois – A sales manager explained that frame damage is a huge red flag 25%+ MINIMUM diminished value because of the frame damage and air bag deployment listed on Carfax. Another sales manager said that when and where you trade it in – if you trade it today you would lose somewhere around 30% typically but other dealerships may give you more of a hit – could be as high as 50% and another sales manager said that you can lose somewhere around 25%-30% minimum and that number could go much higher.

The opinions of unbiased experts in Illinois form the basis for the most comprehensive Auto Diminished Value Appraisal available. We obtain six of them which absolutely puts the diminished value figure prepared by The St. Lucie Appraisal Company in the ballpark. This is what the car owner will experience in the real world.

We contacted several Subaru dealers in Illinois to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the Front including damage to structural components plus air bag deployment. Repair cost $15,274.36. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 31.67%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $30,000.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $9,501.00

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Honda Accord Diminished Value Claim in Birmingham, Alabama

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. A diminished value appraisal of a Honda Accord LX Sedan with 41,256 miles that was involved in a Rear-End Collision that caused $7,004.72 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed, had structural damage and no air bag deployment. The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Honda dealerships in Alabama – One dealer said that Hondas hold their value pretty well but in the case of frame being compromised and accruing 7K worth of damage you may see a loss of 30% or more. Another dealer said that they would take it as a trade in but due to the bad Carfax showing frame damage you could be looking at losing 40% of the value.

We contacted several Honda dealers in Alabama to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

A Diminished Value Claim in Birmingham, AL

Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the Rear including damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $7,004.72. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 35.42%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $12,500.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $4,427.50

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Mercedes-Benz New Car Diminished Value and Loss of Use Claims

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

When buyers of new but previously repaired Mercedes-Benzes become aware of a repair history showing that the car underwent prior repairs, most of them simply walk away. How is a buyer to know whether the car was repaired properly? The buying public could depend on a new dealer’s word on everything but, in reality, they don’t. They will seek a lower purchase price for the car. As a Mercedes-Benz dealer, are you entitled to recover this lost value? The answer is yes as long as the damages were as a result of someone else’s negligence. Parking lot mishaps, careless car transporters and loaner accidents all can result in repairs to your new car inventory. The St. Lucie Appraisal Company prepares expert new car diminished value appraisals every day and invite you to become our next satisfied client.

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Insurance company claim adjusters can instantly recognize which independent appraisals will stand up in court and treat claimants accordingly when it comes to offering fair settlements. We are rarely called upon to appear as expert witnesses in legal proceedings because our clients generally receive fair settlements which means fewer civil actions. Mercedes-Benz diminished value and loss of use claims should be easily settled if appraisals are prepared correctly.

Auto Diminished Value in new cars is a fairly new concept that most dealers don’t know about so feel free to call or email us with questions.

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A Range Rover Diminished Value Claim in Louisville, Kentucky

September 17, 2025September 17, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. Regarding our diminished value appraisal of a Range Rover Sport Autobiography AWD SUV with 32,000 Miles that was involved in a rear-end collision that caused $1,800.00 in damage. The car was not disabled & towed and did not have structural damage.The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser near Louisville and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive diminished value report is key.

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We learned from these three examples – dealers would definitely take this on a trade however there may or may not be a 10-20% loss at trade in when you have an accident on a Carfax report, also that that when you get an accident and you have a minor accident on the report it would be normal to maybe lose ballpark 10% and also that a vehicle that is new like this with an accident report is never good to potential buyers and you may lose up to 10-15% at trade. The opinions of unbiased experts form the basis for a comprehensive Auto Diminished Value Appraisal. We obtain six of them which puts an appraisal prepared by The St. Lucie Appraisal Company in the ballpark. This is what the car owner will experience in the real world.

Dealers providing opinions regarding diminished value were given information specific to this vehicle including year, make, model, mileage, color, options, any other pertinent equipment, date of loss as well as the nature of the repaired damages and the manner in which the vehicle was repaired. Dealer opinions are based on personal knowledge and access to auction results. Dealers were advised that this vehicle was properly repaired.

We contacted several Land Rover dealers in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Non-disabling collision damages to the Rear not including structural components. Repair cost $1,800.00. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 11.25%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the Fair Market Value at the time of loss.

We have established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $62,500.00 at the time of loss. Diminished Value = $7,031.25.

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A Diminished Value Claim on a Dodge Challenger R/T Plus Shaker Coupe in Columbus, Ohio

September 17, 2025September 17, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. A diminished value appraisal of a Dodge Challenger R/T Plus Shaker Coupe with 18,283 miles that was involved in a right side collision that caused $5,538.20 in damage. The vehicle was not disabled/towed, had no structural damage and no air bag deployment. The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive Diminished Value Report is key.

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We learned from these examples from sales managers at Dodge dealerships in Ohio- One dealer said if the car was repaired and looks great and there is no further or extensive damage on the Carfax we would not see much of a loss – around 10-15% typically. Another dealer explained as long as there was no airbag deployment or frame damage then you may take a loss of around 4K.

We contacted several Porsche dealers in Ohio to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV). Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

An Auto Diminished Value Claim in Columbus, Ohio

Description of damage: Non-disabling collision damages to the right side not including damage to structural components and no air bag deployment. Repair cost $5,538.20. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 11.60%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the FMV at the time of loss.

We established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $32,500.00 at the time of loss. The Diminished Value was $3,770.00

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A Tesla Motors Diminished Value Claim in New York

September 17, 2025September 17, 2025 by stlucieappraisal

Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. Regarding our diminished value appraisal of a Tesla Motors S90D with 2,847 miles that was involved in a front-end collision that caused $10,858.27 in damage. The car was disabled & towed but had no structural damage or air bag deployment.The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser near Brooklyn and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value claim for the vehicle’s loss in value. Once a car is repaired after a collision, it is worth less, often much less depending on the severity of the damage. Regardless of how well the repairer did his job, nobody will pay as much for a previously wrecked car as they would for an identical one that was never in an accident. Presenting a diminished value claim and following it through to a satisfactory conclusion is a daunting task for the average person. Obtaining a comprehensive diminished value report is key.

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We learned from these examples – The car brand makes a difference on loss itself. The way it works is the more the book value of the car the more the loss is. Example: If you had a Ford Focus your loss will be less than it would for a Tesla because the it cost less therefore the loss is less. Also, normally buyers when spending this kind of money on a Tesla, buyers would like to see a clean Carfax and will expect a “Deal”. The opinions of unbiased experts form the basis for a comprehensive Auto Diminished Value Appraisal. We obtain six of them which puts an appraisal prepared by The St. Lucie Appraisal Company in the ballpark. This is what the car owner will experience in the real world.

Dealers providing opinions regarding diminished value were given information specific to this vehicle including year, make, model, mileage, color, options, any other pertinent equipment, date of loss as well as the nature of the repaired damages and the manner in which the vehicle was repaired. Dealer opinions are based on personal knowledge and access to auction results. Dealers were advised that this vehicle was properly repaired.

We contacted several exotic new car dealers in order to establish how these repairs and the resultant repair history would impact this vehicle’s Fair Market Value (FMV.) Dealers were provided with an evaluation of the vehicle’s condition both prior and subsequent to repairs.

Description of damage: Disabling collision damages to the Front not including structural components or air bag deployment. Repair cost $10,858.27. LKQ (used) and/or aftermarket parts were not utilized in the repair/not factored in to the diminished value.

The average of six (6) deductions was 15.56%. This is the percentage of Diminished Value to be taken from the Fair Market Value at the time of loss.

We have established that the above captioned vehicle had a Fair Market Value (Average Trade-In Value) of approximately $75,000.00 at the time of loss. Diminished Value = $11,670.00.

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