How much does a collector car appraisal cost?

Fees depend on the vehicle and the type of appraisal. Request a quote and you'll receive clear, upfront pricing before any work begins.

I-VAN Certified Appraiser · Georgia & the Southeast

Trusted Classic & Collector Vehicle Appraisals Across Georgia

Q: Are your appraisals accepted by insurance companies and courts?

Yes. Mike's appraisals are prepared as thorough, independent reports accepted by insurance companies, the IRS, banks, courts, and attorneys, and are suitable for expert-witness and estate matters.

Q: What areas do you serve?

Mike serves all of Georgia and the Southeastern United States, with remote appraisals available for many report types.

Certified, independent appraisals from Mike Thies — over 50 years collecting, restoring, and judging collector vehicles. Defensible, market-driven valuations accepted by insurers, banks, the IRS, and courts of law.

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A collector vehicle from Mike Thies's world of classic and concours automobiles

Appraisal Services

The right appraisal for the reason you need one

Independent, thoroughly documented, and built to stand up to insurers, the IRS, banks, and courts.

Classic & Collector

Agreed-value and fair-market appraisals for collector, antique, and restored cars.

Insurance Appraisals

Coverage, agreed value, and underpaid-claim documentation carriers accept.

Diminished Value

Document the value your vehicle lost after an accident and repair.

Estate & Probate

Date-of-death and fair-market valuations for estates, trusts, and divorce.

Total-Loss Disputes

Independent value when an insurer's total-loss offer falls short.

Pre-Purchase

Know a vehicle's real condition and value before you buy or sell.

Antique & Vintage

Documented valuations for pre-war, vintage, and rare automobiles.

All Services

Expert witness, divorce, bankruptcy, fraud, lemon law, donations & more.

Marque Expertise

From concours Porsches to home-built hot rods

Porsche
Jaguar
Corvette
Muscle Cars
Hot Rods
Packard

A Lifetime With Cars

From Model A Fords to a nationally trusted appraiser

Read Mike's full story

Certified Vehicle Appraiser Certificate awarded to Michael Thies by the International Vehicle Appraisers Network (I-VAN).

Certifications & Affiliations

Credentials that carry weight

Mike earned the I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser designation after completing the I-VAN Appraiser Training School, joint field investigations, and a series of field assignments evaluated by the I-VAN Home Office and Training Staff.

He is a CHVA Certified National Judge, has judged for the Antique Automobile Club of America and the Porsche Club of America, authored the Global Wheels Events Vehicle Show Judging Manual, and serves as a diminished-value appraisal umpire. His reports are accepted by insurance carriers, banks, the IRS, and courts of law.

Certificate #04152019 · International Vehicle Appraisers Network · Issued May 30, 2019

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Gallery

Five decades among the vehicles he values

Collector cars, concours fields, and judging stands — the world Mike's expertise is built on.

Porsche 356 Cabriolet — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Porsche 356 Cabriolet

Concours show field — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Concours show field

Triumph TR6 — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Triumph TR6

Ford T-bucket roadster — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Ford T-bucket roadster

Porsche 356 Speedster — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Porsche 356 Speedster

1932 Ford five-window hot rod — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — 1932 Ford five-window hot rod

Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet

Porsche 356 Speedster, indoors — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Porsche 356 Speedster, indoors

Porsche 959-styled speedster — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Porsche 959-styled speedster

1950s Cadillac Coupe de Ville — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — 1950s Cadillac Coupe de Ville

Packard sedan, in storage — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Packard sedan, in storage

Porsche 911 Targa — appraised and judged by Mike Thies, I-VAN Certified Vehicle Appraiser — Porsche 911 Targa

Photography courtesy of Mike Thies. Vehicle identifications are our best reading of each photo — confirm before launch.

Appraisal Methodology

How every vehicle is graded

Each appraisal states a condition rating on the recognized six-point scale, so insurers, attorneys, and courts read the same language you do.

#1
Excellent

Concours. Preserved or restored to the highest standards of authenticity and quality.
#2
Fine

Well preserved, original components intact, excellent mechanically and cosmetically.
#3
Very Good

Well maintained with minor cosmetic or mechanical imperfections.
#4
Good

Above-average for its age; presentable, functional, minor flaws.
#5
Fair

Wear consistent with age; may need attention or repair.
#6
Poor

Requires significant restoration; a project candidate.

Every report is grounded in auction results, market databases, retail evidence, the I-VAN network database, and consultation with fellow professional appraisers, museums, and marque experts when needed.

A Written Guarantee of Independence

"I have no financial interest or ownership in any firm engaged in the sale, insurance, or transport of motorized vehicles, nor in any firm engaged in repair or restoration work. Therefore, I have no actual or potential conflict of interest in providing this appraisal."

— The independence statement Mike signs on every appraisal he issues

In Their Words

Owners, executors, and adjusters trust Mike's number

"My insurer's total-loss offer was thousands low. Mike's appraisal was thorough, professional, and got me a fair settlement."

David R. — Marietta, GA

"We needed a date-of-death value for a classic Corvette. Mike was responsive and his report made probate painless for our attorney."

Sandra L. — Atlanta, GA

"A proper agreed-value appraisal for my restored Mustang. Clear pricing, fast turnaround, and my carrier accepted it without question."

Marcus T. — Alpharetta, GA

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Questions & Answers

Frequently asked

More detail on the FAQ page — or call Mike and he'll point you the right way.

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Are your appraisals accepted by insurers and courts?

Yes. Mike's independent reports are accepted by insurance companies, the IRS, banks, courts, and attorneys, and are suitable for expert-witness and estate matters.

What kinds of vehicles do you appraise?

Classic, collector, antique, muscle, sports, and modified vehicles — including Porsche, Jaguar, Corvette, hot rods, and other specialty automobiles.

What areas do you serve?

All of Georgia and the Southeastern United States, with remote appraisals available for many report types.

How much does an appraisal cost?

Fees depend on the vehicle and the type of appraisal. Request a quote and you'll get clear, upfront pricing before any work begins.

Request an Appraisal

Tell Mike about your vehicle

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