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Auto & Specialty Valuations and Diminished Value

New specialty valuation reports

Auto, specialty vehicles
and equipment.

Independent valuations supported by adjusted market comparables, applicable book values and SCS appraisal review.

Standard Auto Valuation

$49 USD / report

Passenger cars, SUVs and light trucks. Includes dealer and private-party comparables, supported adjustments, and Kelley Blue Book and NADA benchmarks.

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Specialty Vehicle & Equipment Valuation

$195 USD / report

Ten specialty categories, with details tailored to the asset, one appropriate book value, and the same comparable review standards used for autos.

Explore specialty reports
  • Motorcycle
  • RV
  • Heavy equipment
  • Tractor
  • Trailer
  • Classic car
  • Recreational boat
  • Farm equipment
  • Side by side
  • ATV
Silver Sedan, Semi, And Motorhome At Sunset

Independent diminished value analysis

Diminished Value. Beyond the repair.
Document the loss.

Repairs may restore the vehicle without restoring its market value. SCS evaluates the effect of documented damage and repair history on value, with a clear, independent report supported by market research.

  • Pre-loss value review
  • Damage & repair analysis
  • Market impact assessment
  • Documented findings

DIMINISHED VALUE
ANALYSIS REPORT

DOCUMENTED DAMAGE. MARKET-BASED ANALYSIS.

01
Review the pre-loss value

Consider the vehicle’s configuration, mileage, condition and relevant market evidence.

02
Examine the damage and repairs

Review supplied estimates, final repair invoices, photographs and documented repair details.

03
Evaluate the market impact

Assess how the documented loss history may affect marketability and post-repair value.

04
Explain the findings

Present the diminished value conclusion with supporting research, reasoning and documented assumptions.

Understand the impact.
Support the loss in value.

SCS provides independent diminished value analysis based on available market evidence, supplied records and documented assumptions. Not every loss results in diminished value. Reports do not determine insurance coverage, legal entitlement or guarantee a settlement or recovery.

Different questions. The same commitment to clear answers.

Independent total loss valuations

Total Loss. Know the market.
Document the value.

A clear value starts with clear evidence. SCS provides independent valuation reports for standard autos, specialty vehicles and equipment, supported by market research and documented adjustments.

  • Market comparables
  • Mileage & condition adjustments
  • Equipment & configuration review
  • Independent opinion of value

TOTAL LOSS
VALUATION REPORT

MARKET EVIDENCE. DOCUMENTED ADJUSTMENTS.

01
Identify the vehicle or equipment

Review identification, configuration, mileage or hours, equipment and documented pre-loss condition.

02
Research the market

Review relevant comparable listings and available valuation references, with sources documented.

03
Account for the differences

Document applicable adjustments for mileage, condition, equipment, configuration and regional market differences.

04
Explain the value

Present the valuation conclusion with supporting comparables, adjustments and the basis for the independent opinion of value.

Understand the market.
Support the value.

SCS provides independent valuation analysis based on available market evidence, supplied records and documented assumptions. Reports do not determine insurance coverage or guarantee a settlement amount.

  1. Submit your assignment

  2. SCS reviews the evidence

  3. Receive a documented report

Independent rental value analysis

Loss of Use. Document the
rental value.

Comparable rental evidence. Supported downtime. A clear report to help you evaluate the loss.

  • Rental market research
  • Downtime review
  • Documented calculation

LOSS OF USE &
RENTAL VALUE REPORT

INDEPENDENT EVIDENCE. CLEAR ANALYSIS.

01
Comparable rental evidence

Replacement class, market and rental terms.

02
Supported downtime

Records, dates and documented assumptions.

03
Rate & payment reconciliation

Rental value, mandatory charges and overlapping payments.

Document the rental value.
Support the downtime.

SCS provides independent rental value and factual downtime analysis. Reports do not determine coverage, legal entitlement or a guaranteed recovery.

Classic Muscle, Touring Bike, Excavator at Dawn

Independent towing & storage invoice review

Towing & Storage. Review the charges.
Document the support.

An invoice should tell a clear story. SCS reviews towing, recovery and storage charges against the supplied records, service dates and documented rate evidence.

  • Itemized charge review
  • Storage dates & daily rates
  • Credits & payment reconciliation

TOWING & STORAGE
INVOICE REVIEW

DOCUMENTED SERVICES. CLEAR FINDINGS.

01
Check the services

Review towing, mileage, labor, equipment and recovery charges.

02
Reconcile the storage

Check arrival and release records, billed days and documented rates.

03
Explain the findings

Itemized supported amounts, adjustments, source references and reasoning.

A clearer invoice.
A documented review.

SCS provides independent invoice analysis. Findings depend on the available records and applicable rate evidence. Reports do not determine coverage, legal enforceability, lien validity or guaranteed recovery.

Clear sources.

Itemized findings.

Practical answers.

Independent repair estimate & parts review

Repair Estimate Audit. Check the operations.
Compare the parts.

A clearer view of the repair cost. SCS reviews estimates and supplements for duplicate charges, overlapping labor and supporting documentation, with OEM, aftermarket and recycled parts comparisons.

  • Labor & operation review
  • OEM, aftermarket & LKQ
  • Supplier quotes & delivered cost
  • Potential savings comparison

REPAIR ESTIMATE
& PARTS AUDIT

01
Review the repair

Check labor, overlapping operations and documentation supporting procedures, scans and calibrations.

02
Compare the parts

Evaluate fitment, condition, warranty and certification where applicable. Compare freight, preparation and total installed cost.

03
Document the recommendation

Itemized findings and approved estimate changes, with supplier names, part numbers, quote references and documented availability when supplied or verified.

04
Show the potential savings

Compare original and recommended estimate totals. See the potential difference in parts, labor and applicable taxes, expressed in dollars and percent.

Supported changes. Clear sources.
Potential savings you can evaluate.

Recommendations depend on supplied records, verified supplier evidence and applicable repair procedures. Live pricing and availability require current quotes or connected supplier access. Staff approval is required before release. Reviews do not determine coverage or guarantee savings.

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What We Do

From vehicle and property damage to valuations and field investigations, SCS brings experienced support to every stage of your claim.

Expert appraisal, clear answers