Category D – Now ‘CAT N’ (Non-structural). A damaged vehicle which the insurer has decided not to repair possibly because it falls within the ‘BER’ ‘Beyond Economical Repair’ category. The normal problem being, that to replace any parts would be more expensive than the car is worth and the decision is generally based on economic criteria rather than the severity of the damage. However, the car could be repaired and returned to the road. A: The standard free valuation is based on average mileage and standard equipment for that model. The free valuations are available for most cars made from 2003/53 plate onwards based on average mileage and standard specification. These can be used as a guide to buy, sell or trade-in. Valuations are for UK spec cars only – sorry we don’t value any imports. A: Unfortunately, not. We perform many 1000s of valuations every day and it would be impractical to save each one of them. If you obtain a valuation, save the data on your own device so you can access it at a later date if need be. Q: Does Parkers still publish the monthly car price guide or Parkers Plus?

When it comes to damage, because the amount of variables is so great, there is no fixed pricing structure or formula. For example, a car with panel damage, kerbed alloys etc will fall into the ‘Private Poor’ category. A car which has only minor damage [failed electric windows is a good example] should obtain a pricing level just below ‘Private Good’. Normally, a price somewhere in the middle ground between ‘Private Good’ and ‘Private Poor’ will be a good indication but ultimately, it’s down to the amount of damage or the amount of non-working items the car has. A waft of books have even been included in our other editions of our car gift guides. Our BMW gift guide for example has a book dedicated to the Motorsports division and a book covering its motorcycle history. The best car books at a glance: A: When you get a free valuation from Parkers, you get two ranges of values based on a standard mileage and equipment tally. You are presented with the private value, which is the typical price you’ll pay for a car in a private sale. What you can reasonably expect is a car with some or full-service history, few or no mechanical issues, decent bodywork and a reasonable amount of MoT left on it. You also get an expected dealer price, for which you can expect a car with a warranty, and for it to have no major mechanical, bodywork or paint issues. It doesn't necessarily have to be a compilation of cars themselves. It can just be a book detailing a great motoring story for readers to indulge in. One of the very best examples being 'Porsche 70 Years: There is no Substitute' outlined in our Porsche gift guide. It outlines a number of great stories from that marque whilst covering the brand too. One of the most commonly asked questions by car buyers in the UK is ‘how much is my car worth?’ Here you will be able to find that out using industry-trusted pricing data.Reading is one of the best ways to keep yourself in a calm state of mind, especially when it involves the best car books. CAR Magazine have been producing memorable stories and road tests since 1962, but nothing quite beats a good book. They're a perfect solution if you're struggling to get a car-related gift for a loved one.

Normally we allow about 50-60% of the original option value after the first year. However, after five years the value of options is reduced to around 20-25% and at around 7 years, options add little or no value to the vehicle [ but can make it easier to sell]. At Parkers, our car valuation guide only lists the options that do increase a car’s value – helping you to calculate a more realistic price.Horton cites Bentley specialist Clare Hay, whose limited-edition, model-specific books get you up close to a model. Top publishers include Dalton Watson, Number One Press and Palawan Press, which was founded by Simon Draper, cousin of Richard Branson and former chairman of Virgin Music. After that company’s takeover by EMI in 1992 Draper went motor racing. The same year he published his first book, Aston Martin – The Compleat Car. “In its design and the quality of the paper and binding, it was a labour of love,” says Draper. A: Used pricing is updated monthly which normally happens during the first week of the month. Q: When I value my car, what is included in the report? Handbooks and vehicle build sheets have always been in demand, but now people expect to find this kind of detail in books. Information that will help them buy, own and sell a special car, or satisfy a desire to get as close as possible to it, is what people crave.” We'll very gladly nominate Norman Dewis thundering from Coventry to the 1961 Geneva Motorshow in E-Type '77 RW'. Just because it's the first one that came to our heads! Talking of Jaguar, we've created a gift guide for that marque too.

An independent valuation from the Parkers Car Price Guide will help you get the best deal whether you are buying or selling your car. If you’re looking to buy or sell a car, the most important thing you need to know is what it’s worth. For more information, you can view our FAQs, below. Buying a car A: Even though they can make a car more attractive to a potential buyer, not all added options fitted to a vehicle will guarantee an increase in value when you come to sell. Options such as body kits, cosmetic additions, LED headlamps, headlamp washers, uprated stereo and in some cases alloy wheels, don’t really enhance the price – but where they do, you’ll be given the chance to select them when performing a valuation. The added value of options reduces considerably as the car’s age increases. Fast and easy ✅ Negotiate with confidence ✅ Peace of mind How can a Parkers car valuation help you?

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Make sure you get the best deal by getting an accurate valuation for your car. The Parkers car valuation calculator is a simple-to-use and extremely powerful tool. It gives you independent prices and accurate values on all UK registered cars from [and including] 2003/53 plate to the most current 2023/73 plates, using results from a massive number of transactions. Our team of independent experts visit hundreds of car dealers and auctions every month to research the actual selling price of thousands of cars. We cover vans and light commercials from and including 2008/08 plate [March 2008] onwards currently to 2023/73. However, if you want the exact spec of the car you want reflected in the valuation (for instance if the car has optional extras or an above- or below-average mileage), you can get that from one of our premium paid-for valuations. Q: Can I get a valuation on my car from previous years – i.e ‘What was my car worth in June 2018?‘ A: We used to offer historic valuation data many years ago but as the uptake was very small, this was discontinued in 2011 Q: How much can options affect your valuation?