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Sellers, are you worried about not getting bids or the possibility of arbitration on your vehicles? Buyers, are you concerned about the quality of vehicles you are purchasing? Getting a vehicle Manheim Certified can help.

Reduce Arbitration

Minimize post-sale arbitration*

Boost Sales

Boost sales conversion rate

Increase Bids

Get more bids per vehicle

More reliable vehicles

Repair Guarantee

Repair Guarantee

7-day 300-mile guarantee

Inspected

Manheim inspects. You gain.
Look for in-lane announcements to identify Manheim Pre-sale Certifications inventory.
*Vehicles must pass the Manheim Certified inspection and the claim must be related to non-Condition Report points of the inspection.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Clean Title
  • Condition Report
  • 125k miles (100k EV)
  • Vehicle Age: N/A ICE unit | 8 yrs. EV unit
  • Odometer Operates

Pre-sale Certification Inspection Criteria

NAAA Certification Standard Guidelines (Effective Date: July 1, 2024)

Click to view criteria.

Parameter Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) EV
Period of Guarantee 7 Days 7 days
Breakdown/Failure Coverage 300 Miles 300 Miles
Light Requirement Green Light Green Light
Title Requirement Clean Title Clean Title
Condition Report Required Yes Yes
Test Drive Yes Yes
Mileage Parameters 125K 100K
Vehicle Age Guidelines None 8 Calendar Years
Odometer Requirement Operates Operates
Body Panel Condition OEM Repair Quality OEM Repair Quality
Paint Condition OEM Repair Quality OEM Repair Quality
Body Has Been Painted (Excluding Bumpers) Less Than 5 Panels Less Than 5 Panels
Minor Body Defects (Based on Auction Pricing) $1,500 or Less $1,500 or Less
Windshield Damage Small Chips Outside of Sight Line Allowed Small Chips Outside of Sight Line Allowed
Sunroof/Convertible Tops Functional Functional
Mechanically Sound Yes
Warning Lights Allowed None None
SRS/Airbags Check No Lights On, Airbags Present No Lights On, Airbags Present
Brake Requirements Normal Wear (Typical for Vehicle Age) Normal Wear (Typical for Vehicle Age)
Engine Function and Operation Original or OEM Replacement Only Vehicle Operates and Drives
4x4 System Fully Functional, No Modification N/A
Transmission Engages and Functions Fully Functional and Meets OEM Operability Guidelines N/A
Rear End Noise Not Excessive per OEM Standards N/A
Belts Little Wear N/A
Hoses No Leaks N/A
Fluid Levels Full N/A
Battery Functional Yes N/A
Exhaust/Catalytic Converters Present/Operable Present/Operable
CV Joints and Boots No Cracks No Cracks
Structural Damage Allowed Allowed
Altered Suspension Yes - If Disclosed Yes - If Disclosed
Steering Suspension Functional Functional
Matching Tires Same Size (Same Brand Not Required) Same Size (Same Brand Not Required)
Tire Tread Depth 4/32" 4/32"
Wheels/Hubcaps (Matching and Present) Yes Yes
Interior Condition Normal Wear (Typical for Vehicle Age) Normal Wear (Typical for Vehicle Age)
Infotainment System Fully Functional Fully Functional
Headlights/Taillights Functional Functional
Air Conditioning Blows Cold Blows Cold
Power Accessories (Locks, Windows, Seats) Functional Functional
Keys (All types) 1 Fully Functioning Key (Type will vary by year, make and model) 1 Fully Functioning Key (Type will vary by year, make and model)
Flood Damage No No
Odor Disclosed Disclosed
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Manheim EV Certification

Pre-sale certifications are no longer exclusive for ICE inventory. Sellers, get your EV inventory mechanically inspected to show buyers it’s ready to hit their lot. click here to view the full policy coverage on EV inventory.