Don Hinds Ford, Inc. Offers Timely Car Appraisal | Zionsville, IN

If you're looking to trade in or sell your vehicle, visit Don Hinds Ford, Inc. for your car appraisal Zionsville, IN needs. We understand that customers want to get a good deal on their car since they may be upgrading to a new vehicle or downsizing the number of cars their family has. No matter what the reason, we'll work hard to give you a reasonable estimate of your car's value. Stop by during our working hours to get an appraisal.

For those who have never traded in or sold a vehicle before, you may be curious about the car appraisal process. Let us describe some of the steps involved in the process to clear any confusion you may have. We hope this will enlighten you about why we offer particular prices on certain vehicles.

Don Hinds Ford, Inc. uses the Edmunds system for appraising used vehicles.

How a Car Appraisal Zionsville, IN Works

First, let's look at the information you'll need to get an accurate appraisal. The most efficient way to get a reasonable estimate is to provide the vehicle's license plate or VIN (vehicle identification number). This helps appraisal systems verify specific characteristics of your car, such as its model year.

If you choose not to provide a license plate or VIN, you can still get a decent estimate by simply starting with the year, make, and model of your car. Most vehicles are offered in many trim styles and variations, so it's essential that you make a note of your car's specific type. Depending on whether it has four-wheel or two-wheel drive, a different engine than what is offered with standard purchases, or any other manufacturer add-ons, these styles can possibly increase your car's appraisal value. More popular styles and trim levels may be worth more, for example.

Your appraisal form may also ask for your vehicle's exterior and interior color options. Again, the popularity of specific color combinations can affect the price of your car.

Condition Levels

You'll also be asked about the car's mileage and condition. It's essential to be honest and transparent regarding these answers. Obviously, a car with more miles on it will have a lower value, but depending on whether it's 10,000 miles or 1,000 miles, the modification may be more minor than you expect. In addition, the Edmunds system uses a few different condition levels to classify a car's wear and tear. Don't be tempted to try and exaggerate your car's condition, as this can give you an inaccurate approval price. You'll be asked to choose from one of the following labels for your car:

• Outstanding: Only about 5% of used vehicles qualify for "Outstanding" condition. Cars that fall under this label have exceptional mechanical, exterior, and interior conditions with zero visible wear and require no reconditioning. It is highly unlikely that your car will meet these criteria, but don't be discouraged! That doesn't mean that your vehicle isn't going to get an excellent appraisal value.
• Clean: A little more forgiving than the perfect standards above, the "Clean" condition accounts for about 38% of cars. To fall into this category, your vehicle must have minimal wear and tear, no major mechanical or cosmetic problems, and only limited reconditioning, if any.
• Average: If they don't qualify for "Clean," most cars being traded in or sold will fit into this category. An "Average" car has normal wear and tear from everyday use. It may also have a few mechanical or cosmetic issues and might need some reconditioning.
• Rough: About 9% of cars are in this less-than-ideal condition. "Rough" cars often have several mechanical or cosmetic problems that require repairs. If the vehicle you're offering bears several bumps, bends, or scratches on the inside or outside, it will likely fall into this category, lowering its value.
• Damaged: Unfortunately, Edmunds doesn't provide estimates for vehicles that fall under the "Damaged" category, which accounts for 3% of cars. These vehicles may have significant mechanical or body damage and might be considered too unsafe to be driven or operated. You can still determine the value for yourself by taking your appraisal's "Average" condition price and subtracting the cost of restoring it to an "Average" condition.

You may also be asked several questions additional questions about your car, including whether it has been in an accident before (and if so, how many), if it has any frame or flood damage, whether it has been smoked in or not, the quantity of any broken interior parts (if any), the number of rips, tears, or stains (if any), and if it has any exterior damage such as panels requiring paint or bodywork or major rust or hail damage. Other factors that can adjust the price are whether the vehicle has any aftermarket modifications, how many keys you have for it, and if there are any other issues with the car that were not previously mentioned in your other answers.

Your Appraisal Value

Once all required questions have been answered to the best of your ability, we can provide you with a car appraisal Zionsville, IN value. You will be given the national base price of the car, which is based on pricing data for "Clean" condition cars and excludes modifications such as vehicle color, the region in which you are selling the car, and its mileage outside of normal ranges.

Beneath that, you will find many modifiers that help contribute to the final appraisal price. Color, regional, mileage, and condition adjustments will add or subtract to your car's value. Finally, you will see your car's average condition value, which results from the national base price after all modifying adjustments have been applied.

Don Hinds Ford, Inc. Offers Helpful Appraisals

We hope this brief explanation helps you understand how Don Hinds Ford, Inc. uses tools to determine your vehicle's appraisal price. Remember, we want to give you the most accurate price for your trade-in or used car for sale, so please be as precise and thorough as you possibly can when evaluating it on your own. To get a possibly even higher value for your trade in, stop by our Fishers location so a member of our friendly staff can help you value it in-person, or give us a call for more information about our vehicle appraisal services. Our site also offers additional tools to help you learn about your financing options.

Let Don Hinds Ford, Inc. make the trade-in process more manageable and help you get the most out of your used vehicle with our convenient car appraisal Zionsville, IN.


Fun Facts for Zionsville, IN:

• Zionsville is located in Boone County.
• The city was named after one of its founders, William Zion.
• Zionsville is part of the Indianapolis metropolitan area.