Oregon vehicles. Oregon expertise.
Has another driver hit your car?
Fixing your car is only part of the claim. It now has an accident history, and that can cost you when you sell or trade it. That loss is called diminished value. We produce Oregon-specific appraisals to help you document it and pursue the money you lost.
What is my diminished value? Send us your vehicle details and repair paperwork. We will review them before you purchase an appraisal.
A clear path forward
Start with a free diminished value estimate.
Send the repair estimate and every supplement. We need to see what was damaged, what was repaired and what changed along the way.
Request your free estimate
Complete the full form with your vehicle, accident and repair information. Include the documents requested so we can understand your situation.
Open the estimate form →Understand your options
We review the information and help you understand whether a paid diminished value appraisal makes sense for your vehicle.
Free estimates usually take 1 to 2 business days.
Receive your appraisal
If you choose to proceed, receive a signed, vehicle-specific appraisal and supporting materials to help you present your claim.
Paid appraisals usually take 2 to 4 business days after all requested documentation arrives.
Understand the loss
The car is fixed. The accident history stays.
Diminished value is the difference between a vehicle’s value before a collision and its value after repairs, taking its accident history into account.
Buyers and dealerships may pay less for a vehicle with a damage history. A detailed appraisal documents that loss using the facts of your vehicle.
Learn more about diminished value →Watch: understanding diminished value and your appraisal.
Why Oregon matters
We specialize in Oregon diminished value.
Vehicle values depend on the market where a vehicle is bought and sold. Oregon’s market, tax structure and claim framework deserve specific attention.
We do not treat Oregon as just another state on a list. We look at your vehicle, your repairs and the Oregon market to explain the loss. We produce an appraisal you can use to support your claim, with the reasoning and documentation behind the number.
Why choose Diminished Value of Oregon →Could your vehicle qualify?
Our typical diminished value review starts with these criteria:
- Another driver was at fault.
- You own or are financing the vehicle; it is not leased.
- Usually less than seven years old, with the strongest candidates often under five. Exceptions may apply to specialty vehicles.
- Damage and repair costs generally total $1,000 or more; a very new vehicle may warrant a review with less damage.
- Tell us about any previous damage so the appraisal addresses the loss from this accident.
These are review guidelines, not a promise of eligibility or recovery. Your individual facts matter.
Tell us about your vehicleMeet your Oregon team
Meet Austin and Ken Nix.
Austin Nix is your main DVOO contact, an appraiser and public adjuster. He helps you understand the information needed for your vehicle’s review.
Ken Nix has been appraising vehicles since 1989, beginning with dealership valuations, and has held an Oregon state-issued vehicle appraiser certificate since April 2010.
Read Ken’s professional background →
Austin Nix
Oregon state-certified vehicle appraiser and your main DVOO contact. Austin specializes in Oregon diminished value claims, reviewing your repair records, photos and vehicle details to document the loss repairs can leave behind.


Ken Nix
DVOO founder. Appraising vehicles since 1989, beginning with dealership and trade-in valuations. Ken spent more than 18 years in automotive sales before moving into independent appraisal work. Oregon state-certified since April 2010, he specializes in Oregon diminished value and total loss appraisals.

More than a number
A real appraisal. The paperwork to back it up.
Your paid appraisal package brings the valuation and supporting information together.
Your signed appraisal
A vehicle-specific diminished value appraisal, with a review of the repair estimate and a summary of relevant structural or frame labor.
Helpful claim materials
The Oregon Diminished Value Made Easy ebook, sample demand letters for claims under and over $10,000, and instructions for sending your appraisal and demand.
Clear expectations
Our appraisal service provides evidence and information. You remain responsible for your claim and supplying complete documents. Legal questions should be discussed with an attorney.
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Straight answers
Questions before you order?
What information should I have ready?
Have your vehicle details, accident information, repair estimates, final repair bill and any supplements ready. Provide all documents requested in the full estimate form. Missing repair supplements can change the appraisal and slow the review.
Is the estimate free?
Yes. The initial diminished value estimate is free. A detailed, signed appraisal is a separate paid service. Physical or auto-body repair inspections cost additional fees and must be agreed in advance. We review your information before you decide whether to proceed.
How does the money-back guarantee work?
If you take the claim supported by our appraisal to court and lose the court case, we reimburse the amount you paid us for that appraisal. Contact Austin with your invoice and the court’s decision. An insurer’s denial alone is not a court loss, and no particular settlement amount is guaranteed. Read our appraisal-fee guarantee.
Will you handle my insurance claim for me?
The appraisal package provides a valuation, supporting documents and instructions. It does not include legal representation or collecting documents from your body shop or insurer. Ask Austin about the scope of any additional service before engaging it.
What if my vehicle is a total loss?
A total loss valuation is a different service. Request a free total loss claim review so we can examine your situation.
What happens after I receive my appraisal?
Review the provided instructions, prepare your demand and send it with the appraisal and supporting documents. You handle the claim and any negotiations. If a dispute requires legal advice or court action, consult an attorney. Read more about the claim process.
From Oregon vehicle owners
Real experiences. In their own words.
Read the latest Google reviews from people who have worked with our team.

