Appraisals
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Most Comprehensive and Accurate Appraisal Available
As a Certified, Independent Appraiser w/ over 27 years' experience, I will prepare a portfolio of your vehicle containing a detailed, written description, analysis and professional photographs from an In-Person inspection* in the Philadelphia, PA region. My 8-12 page document (example below) is invaluable for full "Agreed Value" insurance coverage and the appraisals can be performed at any location throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. A Professional appraisal is one of the most affordable and safe methods of protecting your investment and remember - insurance companies recommend that appraisals be updated every three years to reflect your vehicle's present value.
Appraising Classic, Antique and Collectible vehicles is a very specialized field encompassing an extensive knowledge of the vast array of disciplines that go into the production and functioning of a vehicle; of course a sound grasp of the volatile market and its trends is a prerequisite. A vehicle appraisal can take several hours personally inspecting & photographing the myriad of systems followed by research into market values, trends and its projected appreciation.
*Except under very unique circumstances, for absolute objectivity, thoroughness & unbiased reporting, an Appraisal must be performed by a thorough In-Person inspection as I do, NOT solely by your submission of a few pics & a brief, self-written description. (see CNN article below)
Expert in Total Loss/Diminished Value Claims w/ a 100% success rate in winning higher settlements.
Classic Gray is a member in good standing of the PAAA & acts in strict accordance with the USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) as promulgated by the APPRAISAL STANDARDS BOARD of THE APPRAISAL FOUNDATION. Therefore, my appraisals and services as an Expert Witness providing Testimony, Depositions & Insurance Claim Negotiator will meet & exceed the standards set forth by insurance companies, charities, legal proceedings, e.g. estate, probate, divorce, SSA and IRS filings or disputes adhering to the guidelines of IRS Publication 561 - "Determining the Value of Donated Property". Moreover, my appraiser’s fee structures are based on a single fixed sum - never on a percentage of the item’s value.
Certified Appraiser: PA3
NPPA - National Press Photographers Association
CCCA - Classic Car Club of America
Appraising Classic, Antique and Collectible vehicles is a very specialized field encompassing an extensive knowledge of the vast array of disciplines that go into the production and functioning of a vehicle; of course a sound grasp of the volatile market and its trends is a prerequisite. A vehicle appraisal can take several hours personally inspecting & photographing the myriad of systems followed by research into market values, trends and its projected appreciation.
*Except under very unique circumstances, for absolute objectivity, thoroughness & unbiased reporting, an Appraisal must be performed by a thorough In-Person inspection as I do, NOT solely by your submission of a few pics & a brief, self-written description. (see CNN article below)
Expert in Total Loss/Diminished Value Claims w/ a 100% success rate in winning higher settlements.
Classic Gray is a member in good standing of the PAAA & acts in strict accordance with the USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) as promulgated by the APPRAISAL STANDARDS BOARD of THE APPRAISAL FOUNDATION. Therefore, my appraisals and services as an Expert Witness providing Testimony, Depositions & Insurance Claim Negotiator will meet & exceed the standards set forth by insurance companies, charities, legal proceedings, e.g. estate, probate, divorce, SSA and IRS filings or disputes adhering to the guidelines of IRS Publication 561 - "Determining the Value of Donated Property". Moreover, my appraiser’s fee structures are based on a single fixed sum - never on a percentage of the item’s value.
Certified Appraiser: PA3
NPPA - National Press Photographers Association
CCCA - Classic Car Club of America
Rare and Significant Vehicles appraised for the Museums below.
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B.A. ~ Art History
An IRS Qualified Appraiser
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Excerpt from a recent article: "Skip Internet appraisals. Many of us are so used to doing research on the Internet, so it may be tempting to obtain a free [or inexpensive] online quote to find out how much Dad's Popeye watch is really worth. But appraisers agree that the Internet is generally not a good place to obtain accurate valuations. A good appraiser will need to see and handle a piece to determine its true value. Online auctions don't provide a good gauge of value, either. eBay sale prices usually reflect gut reactions to merchandise rather than informed bids."
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Please contact me for a quote. Filling in the appropriate fields in the Vehicle Description Form will be helpful in expediting the process.
Testimonials from some of my many satisfied clients:
Grayson,
"Thank you for all your hard work. I just read over your appraisal and I think it was very fair with your descriptions of the vehicle. I'm very happy with it. Thanks again"
Joe J ~ PA
Grayson,
“Excellent report - thanks so much for the solid work. I feel I have gotten tremendous value for my money.
You've also given me a good lesson re pricing and flaws that the car may have - excellent points and I will take them to heart. If I opt to go with a MK2 this one is the one to buy. I'm in the process of making a similar eval for the S Type. Are you sure you don't want to fly out to San Diego? ;-)
Thanks so much,"
Doug P ~ SC
"Thanks for doing this challenging appraisal. Your knowledge and research skills are impressive. Your knowledge regarding relationships is the same. The appraisal details are correct and well presented. It would be nice to cross paths again.
UPDATE: "Just wanted to let you know the court went with your appraisal. Thank you for such a thorough testimony. Putting her back on the road in a few weeks!"
Thank you."
Jeff C ~ PA
Grayson,
"Thank you for your great customer service and all the info.
It's good to go with the bank and I'll be picking up the car on Saturday!
I'll be certain to recommend you and use your service in the future as this
won't be my last. I'll likely be looking for more older vehicles in
the next few years. Take care! "
Byung ~ PA
Hi Grayson,
"Thank you for the quick turn around on the appraisal, it’s greatly appreciated. Everything looks great.
Thanks again for everything,"
Katie F ~ VA
Grayson,
"Thank you for all your hard work. I just read over your appraisal and I think it was very fair with your descriptions of the vehicle. I'm very happy with it. Thanks again"
Joe J ~ PA
Grayson,
“Excellent report - thanks so much for the solid work. I feel I have gotten tremendous value for my money.
You've also given me a good lesson re pricing and flaws that the car may have - excellent points and I will take them to heart. If I opt to go with a MK2 this one is the one to buy. I'm in the process of making a similar eval for the S Type. Are you sure you don't want to fly out to San Diego? ;-)
Thanks so much,"
Doug P ~ SC
"Thanks for doing this challenging appraisal. Your knowledge and research skills are impressive. Your knowledge regarding relationships is the same. The appraisal details are correct and well presented. It would be nice to cross paths again.
UPDATE: "Just wanted to let you know the court went with your appraisal. Thank you for such a thorough testimony. Putting her back on the road in a few weeks!"
Thank you."
Jeff C ~ PA
Grayson,
"Thank you for your great customer service and all the info.
It's good to go with the bank and I'll be picking up the car on Saturday!
I'll be certain to recommend you and use your service in the future as this
won't be my last. I'll likely be looking for more older vehicles in
the next few years. Take care! "
Byung ~ PA
Hi Grayson,
"Thank you for the quick turn around on the appraisal, it’s greatly appreciated. Everything looks great.
Thanks again for everything,"
Katie F ~ VA
Inspection Videos may be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/user/ClassicGray?feature=mhee
Significant Appraised Vehicles
YEAR - 2014 MAKE - Audi MODEL- S4 Prestige “Nogaro Blue Special Edition” BODY- 4dr Sedan
Exceedingly rare with only 1,412 3.0 L T Quattro Manual Sedans produced in 2014 & only 13 came in the Nogaro Blue exterior with this particular example being used as Audi’s PR vehicle.
YEAR - 1957 MAKE - Mercedes-Benz MODEL- 190SL BODY- Convertible
Concours, Award Winning restoration of a low-mileage example.
4 of the 55 rare & significant vehicles appraised for the Louis J. Mascaro Automotive Museum in Birdsboro, PA https://www.louismascaroautomuseum.org/
Collection houses Museum Quality, limited production & one-of-kind Antique, Classic & Modern street & race cars, trucks & motorcycles.
Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Porsche, AMG, Vettes, Saleens, Ford GT's, Viper, Vincent & more!
YEAR - 1960 MAKE - Alfa Romeo MODEL- Giulietta 1300 Sprint Speciale BODY- Coupe
1of 1366 produced of the very collectible SS aerodynamic coupes.
1of 1366 produced of the very collectible SS aerodynamic coupes.
YEAR - 1927 MAKE - Falcon-Knight MODEL- 10 BODY- Roadster
1st year of the two year production of the six-cylinder, Knight sleeve valve engine vehicle produced by the Willys-Overland Company in the rare Roadster configuration.
YEAR - 1959 MAKE - Buick MODEL- Electra 225 BODY- Convertible
One of 5,493 Electra 225 convertibles produced for 1959, this example w/ the rarest option- Bucket Seats & in the also rare, one-year color of Lido Lavender Metallic.
YEAR - 1965 MAKE - Porsche MODEL- 911 BODY- Coupe
The 313th 911 built, being an original, numbers matching example!
YEAR - 1977 MAKE - Porsche MODEL- 911/ 930 BODY- Carrera Coupe ~ Replica 935 Kremer
Total concours restoration. Twin Turbo w/ 460+ hp! (by Fred Apgar), Factory Kremer 935 Slantnose/Flachbau Kevlar impregnated body kit, with an interior by 16 time Pebble Beach Concours’ winning upholsterer - Gary Maucher.
YEAR - 1939 MAKE - Ford MODEL- Deluxe 91A BODY- 4dr Convertible Sedan 74 Resto-Mod
YEAR - 2010 MAKE - Harley Davidson MODEL- FLTRX BODY- Road Glide-Custom Big Wheel Bagger
One-of-a-kind SEMA Show winner built by PHILLY CUSTOM CYCLES.
YEAR - 1967 MAKE - Austin Healey MODEL- 3000 MK III BJ8 BODY- Convertible
YEAR - 1967 MAKE - Shell Valley Classic Wheels Inc. MODEL- AC Cobra BODY- Roadster
YEAR - 1981 MAKE - MACK MODEL- MC611F10 BODY- COE Fire Engine Pumper
Residing in a backyard (large) as a most unique child's playground set!
YEAR - 1965 MAKE - Bentley MODEL- S3-Continental BODY- DHC by H.J. Mulliner-Park Ward
1 of 26 rare, LHD, Drop Head Coupes of the 312, S3 Continentals hand built from `62-`65.
YEAR - 1926 MAKE - Pierce Arrow MODEL- 33 BODY- 4 Place Touring
Flagship Model of the small production, esteemed line from late 1922 to 1927 with apprx. 50 Model 33s known to exist today of the 6000 or so produced.
Purchased through family's Pierce Arrow dealership in DE and resided w/ them until 2017.
YEAR - 1933 MAKE - Cadillac MODEL- 370-C V12 BODY - All-Weather Phaeton - 273
Body Number 4 of 37 produced, this being 1 of 2 known to exist!
This very Cadillac was specially ordered & earmarked for display at the 1933, Alfred P. Sloan yearly industrial luncheon at New York City's Waldorf Astoria’s Jade Room Exhibit, held in conjunction with the NY Auto Show and part of GM's "Motorama" exhibit.
YEAR - 1927 MAKE - Rolls-Royce MODEL- Springfield Phantom I BODY- Pall Mall 5 Passenger Touring by RRCCW (Rolls-Royce Custom Coach Work), Aluminum & Steel ~ Constructor- Merrimac
Same family ownership since new. 1 of 33 of the popular Pall Mall Touring cars produced by the Springfield, MA, USA plant.
Recently re-appraised for donation to Winterthur Museum, DE
YEAR - 1932 MAKE - Packard MODEL- 905/Twin-Six BODY- Sport Phaeton - Dual Cowl
Many historians feel twelve cars, some say only sixteen were produced in this configuration. Today, only six or seven remain, of which just five were built on the prestigious twelve cylinder chassis. Of these five, only two were crafted in 1932 w/ the 12 cylinder & considered completely authentic; this example is one of them and resides at the Marshall Steam Museum at Auburn Heights Preserve ~ Yorklyn, DE
YEAR – 1958 MAKE- Chevrolet MODEL- Corvette Body- F.I.-Roadster
YEAR – 1970 MAKE- Pontiac MODEL- GTO SUB MODEL- "Judge" Body- 2 dr Hardtop
With the rare & legendary RAM AIR IV & 1 of 325 produced w/ a 4spd.
YEAR – 1935 MAKE- Packard Eight MODEL- 1201, 12th Series, “Senior” SUB MODEL- 812-Formal Sedan
YEAR – 1966 MAKE- Jaguar MODEL- 3.8L "S" Type SUB MODEL-4-door Saloon
This very Jaguar appeared in the press releases & brochures for the 1999 New York unveiling of
the new “S” Type models whose styling was derived from the Mark II & ‘S’ Saloons.
YEAR – 1972 MAKE- Lincoln/Mercury MODEL- deTomasa SUB MODEL- Pantera
YEAR – 1948 MAKE- Jaguar MODEL- Mark IV Body- DHC/Drop Head Coupe
1 of 375 produced. The original, documented owner was "Babe" Paley - the wife of William S. Paley, President & founder of CBS who purchased the car from the new & soon to be famous Hoffman Motors in NYC.
YEAR – 1959 MAKE- Fiat MODEL- Abarth 750 Zagato Body- "Double Bubble" GT
A numbers matching, rare survivor.
YEAR - 1903 MAKE - Oldsmobile MODEL - R, Curved Dash Runabout BODY - Open Two-Seater
One of the 3924 produced in the 2nd year of production of this significant model
Sample Appraisal
1927 Rolls-Royce Springfield Phantom I
