When Kempton Value offers quotes to customers, we assume that the vehicle is in excellent condition. After customers receive a quote and agree to sell their vehicle, Kempton Value team members evaluate the vehicle upon pickup. Quotes are subject to change if there are defects. So, what are factors that can decrease the value of a vehicle?
Exterior Damage
Excellent condition assumptions include no exterior damage. This means that if a vehicle has any of the following, the quote may decrease:
Dings/dents/scratches
Hail damage
Repaint
Paint fade
Windshield damage
Body panel separation
Poor body repairs
Tires
The age, wear, and condition of a vehicle’s tires can change decrease vehicle value. For example, if there are scratched rims, worn tires, and/or poor tread depth, this may decrease the vehicle’s estimated value.
Interior Defects
There are other internal factors that may decrease the value of a quote including:
Smoking
No tire pressure monitoring system
Sun damage
Worn seats/stitching
Service Maintenance
Any mechanical defects that require repair will decrease quote value. Defects include but are not limited to oil leaks, poor maintenance, leaking head gaskets, service indicator lights, and/or frame damage.
Other Factors
Other factors that may decrease vehicle value are previous accidents, and title branding.
If you want to know the value of your vehicle, or you are looking to sell your vehicle use our quick and easy quote tool today!