Lauren
2022 Honda Accord · Phoenix, Arizona
Rear-end accident, clean repair, but measurable resale loss after the accident record hit the vehicle history.
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See real settled claim examples for both diminished value and total loss, all on one screen.
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Diminished ValueFeatured settled claim
After the repairs, the driver still recovered $3,200 more
This is the current type of settled-claim example the page already supported. We kept that idea, but turned it into a clearer featured DV card with more supporting examples below it.
Result
$3,200 recovered
Vehicle
2021 Toyota Camry
Timeline
Paid in under 3 weeks
Dallas, Texas
Alex's vehicle looked fully repaired, but dealerships still discounted it because of the accident history. We prepared the valuation, demand letter, and supporting documents so he could recover the diminished value he otherwise would have lost.
Market-based diminished value report
Demand and subrogation letters
Guidance for insurer submission
Why it stood out
The car was repaired, but the accident history still reduced what buyers would pay. That hidden loss became recoverable value.
Included support
Market-based diminished value report
Demand and subrogation letters
Guidance for insurer submission
More Diminished Value examples
$3,500 paid
Michael
2020 BMW 3 Series · Atlanta, Georgia
The insurer pushed back at first. The final report and demand package helped move the claim forward.
Sarah
2021 Nissan Altima · Charlotte, North Carolina
A seemingly minor accident still reduced resale value. Our valuation support helped secure a meaningful payout.
Total LossFeatured settled claim
Suzy didn't accept $5,700 and ended up with $8,800 instead
When a total loss offer comes in low, the right appraisal support can make a meaningful difference. This example shows how MyFreeCarValue helped improve the settlement and kept the fee tied to the amount recovered.
Result
$3,100 improvement
Vehicle
2021 Toyota Corolla
Timeline
From $5,700 to $8,800
Settlement support by MyFreeCarValue
Suzy's car was totaled and, even with collision insurance, she was initially offered $5,700 to settle her claim. With help from MyFreeCarValue and Steve Dunham, she was able to increase that amount to $8,800 instead. That's a $3,100 improvement. Suzy paid $310 for our professional services, which was 10% of the additional amount we helped her recover from the insurance company.
Total loss valuation review
Comparable vehicle support
Professional appraisal support with Steve Dunham
Why it stood out
The insurer made a quick first offer, but stronger comparable data and valuation support helped justify a better final payout.
Included support
Total loss valuation review
Comparable vehicle support
Professional appraisal support with Steve Dunham
More Total Loss examples
Kirsten
2009 BMW 335i · Los Angeles, California
MyFreeCarValue helped Kirsten challenge a weak total loss number by using comparable market data, manual-transmission value, and recent upgrades to support a stronger $14,000 ACV.
David
2009 Lexus ES 350 · Clearwater Beach, Florida
MyFreeCarValue helped David support an $8,900 ACV by documenting the Lexus high-content trim and stronger local comparables, even after allowing for minor seat-panel recon.
Jacquelyn
2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4WD · Port St. Lucie, Florida
MyFreeCarValue helped Jacquelyn settle her total loss claim with a stronger $23,800 ACV by reflecting the Wrangler Sahara trim, hard top, leather, NAV, tow package, and other high-content features.
Abdullah
2013 Ford Taurus Limited · Fairfax, Virginia
MyFreeCarValue helped Abdullah push beyond book value by using comparable listings and condition details, including newer tires, to support a $6,995 total loss appraisal.
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