About this episode
Burke Payne returns to discuss the intricacies of auto appraisal, focusing on restoration versus originality and the financial implications of car modifications.
To restore or leave it raw? Burke Payne, a former homicide detective turned appraiser, returns to the podcast to bring his "private eye" skills to the art of the auto appraisal once again. We break down the ROI of resto-mods vs. survivors, the rigid originality rules for European marques, and why "dare to be different" builds don't always hit the auction jackpot. From decoding fender tags to avoiding a financial "crime scene," this episode is your roadmap to car value.
People in this episode
Guest: Burke Payne
Topics covered
- auto appraisal
- restoration
- resto-mods
- car value
- auction
- European marques
Keywords
- auto appraisal
- restoration
- resto-mods
- car value
- European marques
- auction
- fender tags
- financial crime scene
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Brenton Productions
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