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Brokerage
Services
Our
clients call upon us to liquidate part or all of their investment type
automotive collection. Most of our clients prefer
discretion when buying or liquidating. They count on us to negotiate the best overall
deal for them. We have performed this service well for five generations. Our current portfolio has many collector
vehicles. These range in condition from documented show quality to those
requiring full restoration.
Most estate sales call for timely and private closure. We also
offer public, on-site auction services for expediting liquidation.
Locator
Service
The car you've always dreamed
of owning is out there -- somewhere. Through our continually expanding
network, we have access to thousands of antique, classic, exotic and collector
vehicles. Many times we have advanced notice before the vehicle is publicly
listed. Let us help you make your ultimate automotive dream become a reality.
Contact
us for a free consultation before buying or selling.
Appraisals
Do you have adequate insurance
coverage on your antique, classic or customized vehicle? Protect your
investment. Have your vehicle's current market/replacement value professionally
assessed. We perform a detailed inspection (including photographs) of your
vehicle, compile historical data and conduct current market research. Upon your
request, we will also provide a copy of the appraisal report to your insurance
agent at no additional charge. An appraisal is also a valuable tool for the
purposes of pre-purchase research/documentation, negotiation, arbitration,
court cases, estate or divorce settlements and liquidation.
Vehicle
Research/Car History
Some services offer generic research
that does not include details possibly resulting in major problems. We
can often find many points of interest about your vehicle's history including where it was
built, what dealer first sold it, who has owned it and most importantly, who has
serviced or repaired it. We have been in the automotive industry for over 75 years.
The information is out there in reliable contacts and networking. We have
retrieved accurate information for the United States Supreme Court and lawyers
utilize our expertise regularly.
Contact
us to schedule an appointment.
Delaware
License Plates
The allure of certain Delaware
License plates is known as a coveted automotive related item. Read their unique story here
or, if you are already familiar, we have assisted generations with acquisition
and liquidation. Discretion is up to the parties involved yet we do not disclose
any transaction without written permission and State of Delaware notarized authorization.
If you would like to liquidate or acquire a particular Delaware license plate, a
reproduction or gold plating, please contact
us. Be sure to see our current tag Inventory.
Photojournalism/Media
Coverage & PR
We
are one of the oldest appraisal and brokerage
services in the nation. Our automotive columns have been published over 2,000
times in Gannett/USA
Today. Started in 1929, we are a family owned business currently
operated by the 3rd generation of Lakes. Our
reputation is our word. Clients rely on
our expertise. All proceeds from the services and products of Auto Archives
go to Cancer research and ways to promote clean, green healthy living.
As published automotive writers for
over a decade, we have the experience and credentials to creatively and
effectively meet your marketing needs. For over 12 years we have written three
weekly automotive columns including a featured antique or classic vehicle, a
question and answer column and a featured tuner column. Whether you need
coverage of an event or promotional materials, we have the knowledge and
experience.
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