Sales Appraisals
A sales appraisal provides a clear, objective opinion of what a vehicle is worth in the current market when you are considering buying or selling. At Motorcars of Western New York, Inc., our sales appraisals are designed to help owners, enthusiasts, and collectors make informed decisions with confidence — whether selling privately, consigning a vehicle, or evaluating a potential purchase.
Rather than guessing or relying on online estimates, a professional sales appraisal gives you a realistic picture of market value based on how similar vehicles are actually trading today.
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When a Sales Appraisal IS NEEDED
Clients commonly request sales appraisals in situations such as:
Preparing to sell a vehicle privately
Setting an asking price for a specialty or collector car
Evaluating a consignment opportunity
Determining a fair purchase price
Understanding market position before negotiations
Assessing value trends for enthusiast or limited‑production vehicles
A sales appraisal helps remove uncertainty and provides a solid foundation for pricing discussions
Contact us to speak to an IAAA certified Appraiser today.
What a Sales Appraisal Considers
Every sales appraisal is vehicle‑specific and market‑driven. Factors typically evaluated include:
Vehicle year, make, model, and configuration
Mileage and overall condition
Options, upgrades, and modifications
Originality and documentation
Market demand and current trends
Comparable vehicles currently offered for sale or recently sold
No two vehicles are identical, particularly in the enthusiast and collector market. Our process accounts for those differences
Contact our Team to determine your vehicle’s value.
Private Sale vs. Dealer or Consignment Pricing
Sales values can vary depending on how and where a vehicle is offered for sale. A private‑party transaction, dealer sale, or consignment arrangement may each support different value ranges.
A sales appraisal helps clarify:
Realistic private‑party value expectations
How dealer or consignment pricing may differ
Where your vehicle fits within the broader market
Whether current asking prices reflect actual demand
This context allows you to choose the sales path that best aligns with your goals and timeline.
Need a vehicle inspected? Sit back and let us do the legwork.
Enthusiast & Collector Market Experience
We specialize in vehicles that don’t fit neatly into generic pricing models — including performance cars, classics, collector vehicles, and well‑maintained enthusiast cars.
Our experience allows us to recognize value drivers such as:
Desirable specifications or factory options
Low mileage or exceptional condition
Tasteful modifications and upgrades
Limited production runs or niche demand
These elements often have a meaningful impact on real‑world selling prices.
Is your vehicle critically damaged from an accident? We can help with insurance negotiations.
What You’ll Receive
A sales appraisal typically includes:
A written opinion of current market value or value range
Supporting market data and comparable vehicles
Clear explanations of value‑influencing factors
Practical insight to guide pricing or negotiations
Our goal is to give you information you can actually use — not just a number.
Get Started
If you’re considering buying or selling a vehicle and want an informed, unbiased opinion of value, we’re happy to help.
👉 Request an Appraisal to get started, or contact us to discuss your vehicle and sales goals.