ASA Classic Car Appraising

Serving Classic car owners, dealers and buyers on the Northern California coast
from San Francisco to Carmel-By-The Sea

We specialize in mid-century modern vehicles 1945 – 1975 of all makes and models that are restored, unrestored survivors, factory stock, modified and custom-built vehicles, prototypes and Concept Cars presented by manufacturers. We currently do not offer appraisal services for motorcycles, watercraft or aircraft. We are ‘car people’ first, who are also enthusiasts that specialize in appraising in the market of collectible vehicles.

Your needs

Our professional appraisal reports provide classic car owners, dealers and buyers with accurate classic car values based on the comparable data that we collect and
analyze, and the opinions that we conclude in consideration of the current market and trends. A data supported current market appraisal is essential for the following reasons:

Classic Car financing
Classic Car insurance
Pre-purchase or pre-sale inspection
Estate and retirement planning
RS charitable donation valuations

Legal related services

Expert Witness
Divorce or bankruptcy valuations

Our Appraisal Process

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Research

We gather as much data as possible in the time that we spend on your vehicle inspection, including the recording of features, model significance, finishes, gaps, paint depth, condition and overall stance and appearance. We also intake documentation that you provide about heritage, provenance, and in some cases, limited model production numbers. Through this process, your vehicle is extensively photographed including details of the exterior, interior, engine, and under the vehicle.

Appraisal

The data is then used to produce your appraisal report where we compare similar vehicles in the same market within an appropriate reasonable geographic distance of the appraised property. We objectively gather facts and data to form a credible and essential opinion of value for the report. This includes relevant, public, comparable vehicles offered for sales both online and off, auction records, information from trade publications, and occasionally, when necessary, we will voluntarily contact more expert outside advice from another appraiser or a specific vehicle expert such as a restorer, or a recognized classic car show judge.

Report

From all the data collected and inquiries made, we will formalize our option of value as your Appraisal, that in addition to the comparable data, includes high quality photographic visual references. The appraisal report is delivered to you in a digital format (PDF) that is suitable for printing if required.

Cost and Timing

The report will be delivered within 21 calendar days of each appraisal. In accordance with ASA and USPAP regulations and recommendations, our fees are fixed at $750 per vehicle, regardless of the time we spend gathering data and preparing the report. Mileage isccharged at the current IRS rate. The hourly rate for legal related services is $100. Uponcdelivery of the appraisal, payment is due via Zelle, or with a 3% processing fee added ifcvia QuickBooks, PayPal, or credit cards, etc.

Who we are

Our qualified American Society of Appraisers (ASA) Candidate appraisers haveccompleted at least six months of in-depth Personal Property training including Researchcand Analysis, Report Writing, and IRS, Legal and Commercial parameters that adherecto the quality and control standards as determined by the Uniform Standards ofcProfessional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

Why use AutoVIA?

AutoVIA founder Bill Barranco has been collecting and restoring classic cars for more
than 50 years. After a successful career in automotive design working in Detroit,
Southern California and Europe, Bill launched Autovision Inc. which produced
made-for-TV episodes focusing on classic cars from an automotive design perspective.
Later and for over 20 years, Bill was a top recruiter of automotive talent for most of the
major automotive manufacturers in the US, Europe and Asia.

Contact us

For any inquiries concerning the benefits of a professional appraisal, please complete the form below. To arrange an appointment, kindly contact us directly.

AutoVIA Inc.
546 Hartnell Street
Unit 269
Monterey CA 92942
[email protected]
(650) 305-8400