There is no worse feeling than having your brand-new vehicle damaged in an accident during the first weeks or months of ownership. The diminished value loss on a new car with less than 1,000 miles is among the highest possible — the vehicle goes from "new, never damaged" to "accident-reported" on Carfax, which can reduce its value by 10–20% or more. On a $40,000 vehicle, that's $4,000 to $8,000 in lost value. On a $70,000 luxury vehicle, the loss can exceed $10,000.
New-car DV claims are among the strongest because the loss is so clearly defined. The vehicle had zero depreciation from prior damage, full factory warranty value, and maximum market appeal — all of which are permanently diminished by the accident record. Orlando Auto Body's free $450 Diminished Value Appraisal Packet documents the dramatic before-and-after value difference for new vehicles, producing the most compelling DV documentation possible.
If your new car was hit in the first month — or even the first year — of ownership, don't wait. Call Orlando Auto Body immediately after the accident. The sooner we document the loss, the stronger your DV claim. We'll ensure the at-fault insurer pays for every dollar of value your new vehicle lost.