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Vehicle Appraiser Certificate
A Vehicle Appraiser Certificate authorizes an individual to appraise vehicles. Vehicles include, but are not limited to cars, trucks, motorhomes, motorcycles, etc.

How to Qualify/Apply
  1. Complete a Vehicle Appraiser Certificate Application form (Form 6610).
  2. Pay a $75 application fee.
  3. Must have a minimum of two years experience or combination of experience in any of the following areas:
    • estimating new or used vehicles,
    • performing repair or insurance estimating,
    • appraising or estimating insurance claims,
    • operating a wrecking yard or salvage yard,
    • executing sheriff's bills of sale, and/or
    • other related experience.
  4. Include a brief explanation and evidence of two years of experience, attach documented evidence or letters from an employer.
  5. Other experience may be accepted as long as knowledge of vehicle value and appraisal methods can be provided.
  6. Sign and date.
Application Form
 
In addition to printing the application form from this Web site, you can also obtain the form by calling DMV Business Regulation at 503-945-5052 or visiting us at the address below.

Duration
An Vehicle Appraiser Certificate is valid for 3 years from date of issuance.

Renewals
To renew, another properly completed application form and application fee are required. Appraisers not renewing their certificate within 60 days after its expiration must reapply for an original certificate.

To Submit Forms
Required items may be mailed to or dropped off at (and forms picked up at):
Driver and Motor Vehicle Services
Business Regulation
1905 Lana Ave NE
Salem OR 97314
Phone: 503-945-5052
Counter Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday (excluding holidays)

Related Oregon Statutes (ORS)
Please note: you may need to scroll down to find the correct ORS or OAR reference.

Related Information

 
Page updated: February 05, 2008

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