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Frequently Asked Questions
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GOLD BOOK is the premier product line of Sanford Evans Research Group. The following publications are GOLD BOOKS: Data Guides primarily detail identification, engine and chassis specifications, and original MSRP of vehicles, while Value Guides detail original MSRP along with estimated current average wholesale and retail values for different regions. GOLD BOOK products are available online. Data is leased to select clients. See GB Online for more information on online products and data leasing. Most vehicles originally available new in Canada are listed. Vehicles originally purchased new in other countries may not be listed in our lineups. View a similar vehicle for approximate specifications and valuations. No. At this time, only lineups for cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, personal watercraft, and snowmobiles are published. Heavy trucks are included in Data Guides, but not included in Valuation Guides. Heavy trucks are often configurable and incomplete; manufacturers do not provide full lists of MSRPs for all configurable options (there can be 100s of options!). Therefore, heavy trucks must be valued on an individual basis and are not included in the Valuation Guides. Orders can be placed by phone, fax, email, or mail. Click here for an Ordering. See Pricing Overview for pricing details. The general public can purchase GOLD BOOK; you do not have to be a licensed dealer. For an order form, click here. For a prepaid $20 fee (+ applicable taxes) we can provide a fax/email of a valuation or data listing. See Research Services for more information. Yes, for a prepaid $20 fee (+ applicable taxes) we can provide a fax/email of a historical vehicle valuation. See Research Services for more information. For a prepaid $20 fee (+ applicable taxes) we can provide a fax/email of a valuation. See Research Services for more information. Alternately, as a general guideline, consider reducing the value for a similar vehicle by 10% for each year earlier than that published vehicle. Researchers analyze various types of data from various sources to maintain our depreciation models. For example, asking price data, auction price data, transaction price data, historical depreciation data, economic condition data, auto market articles, consumer preference articles, and competitive data can all impact the depreciation structure. The intent of GOLD BOOK valuations is to provide a general valuation guideline for a unit in average "clean" condition; the valuation is based on a commonly equipped vehicle for that model/trim package. Please keep in mind that the values listed are guidelines only. Many factors can influence the value of vehicles. Items such as general economic conditions, technological advancements for newer models, increased marketing and incentive deals for new unit purchases, lease volumes, local preferences for specific makes and models, mileage, maintenance history, performance history, option upgrades, and even environmental conditions in each specific region can all impact the perceived value of a specific unit. Condition is based on an average "clean" unit for the vehicle age. A unit in clean appearance and mechanical condition should not have obvious defects. The body and paint finish should be in good to very good condition, and all mechanical items, tires, and glass should be in good condition with only normal wear. Buyers should have minimal investment for cosmetic and mechanical work. Mileage should be within the average usage range for its age. For cars and trucks, approximately 20,000km/year is assumed. In addition, the unit should be able to pass a safety test, and the interior should have wear in relation to the vehicle's age. Values published in our Used Vehicle Value Guide are based on an average kilometer usage of 20,000km/registered year as a general guideline. Pickup trucks tend to be driven more than other vehicle classes, while Luxury vehicles tend to be driven less than average. To adjust for actual mileage above or below 20,000 km/year, a kilometer value adjustment is provided in the online version for model years covered in our Used Vehicle Value Guide. Many factors can influence the perceived value of extra clean vs clean vs rough vehicles. As a very general guideline, extra clean values can be estimated at approximately 10% above the estimated current average resale value, while rough values can be estimated at approximately 20% below the estimated current average resale value. The original MSRP (list price new) for 1992 and newer model years do not include taxes. The original MSRP for 1991 and older vehicles include the former Federal Sales Tax (FST). Current depreciated valuations do not include taxes. In the case of private to private transactions, there is no GST to be added. © 2009 Sanford Evans Research Group, a division of Canoe Inc., a Quebecor company |
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