by Sigourney Pierson | Mar 10, 2026 | Bankruptcy Required Appraisal, Blog Articles, Legal Matters
When financial hardship leads to bankruptcy proceedings, debtors must disclose and accurately value every asset. For owners of antique, classic, and collector vehicles, this requires more than a price guide estimate or an online valuation tool. Whether the vehicle is...
by Sigourney Pierson | Feb 10, 2026 | Blog Articles, Estate Settlement Appraisals, Value Appraisals
Settling an estate is rarely simple. When vehicles are involved, especially antique, classic, or collector cars, the process often becomes more complex. Executors, trustees, and family members must navigate legal requirements, emotional decisions, and financial...
by Sigourney Pierson | Dec 16, 2025 | Blog Articles, More Services, Prepurchase Inspections, Value Appraisals
Buying or selling a classic car today is easier than ever, thanks to platforms like Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, Bring a Trailer, and countless enthusiast forums. However, with that ease comes risk: scammers are actively targeting vintage and collector vehicles...
by Sigourney Pierson | Oct 6, 2025 | All Purpose, Blog Articles, Collector Car Inspections, Home Articles, Prepurchase Inspections
When it comes to classic cars, a gleaming paint job and polished chrome can hide one of the most destructive enemies of value: rust. While a small patch of surface rust may not seem like a dealbreaker, hidden structural corrosion can transform a dream car into a...
by Sigourney Pierson | Oct 1, 2025 | All Purpose, Blog Articles, Home Articles, Shows & Events
Every October, thousands of classic car enthusiasts converge on Hershey, Pennsylvania, for the AACA Eastern Division Fall Meet, more commonly known as the Hershey Car Show & Swap Meet. If you’ve been before, you already know: this isn’t just another car show, it’s...
by Sigourney Pierson | May 20, 2025 | All Purpose, Blog Articles, Document Your Auto, Home Articles, More Services, Resale Value Appraisal, Value Appraisals
Selling a classic car is rarely just a transaction—it’s often the end of an era. Whether you’ve lovingly restored your vehicle over the years or simply held onto a unique piece of automotive history, parting ways with a classic is different from selling a daily...