Services
Relax. We’ve got this. There are plenty of “DIY” spots to auction or advertise your car. No matter which, YOU still must deal with the tire-kickers and all the hassles that come along with “DIY”. Let’s find the right way for REV! to do it for you.
"In the collector car arena, it is rare to find a marketplace that values both expertise and integrity. I have found that Rev! Muscle Cars is that place, dedicated to serving the true enthusiast." ~Steven Juliano, The Steven Juliano Collection
REV! isn’t a classic car dealer or “phone broker” - it is a private party marketplace for true automotive enthusiasts. We handle the hassle. You enjoy your copious amounts of free time, maybe crack a cold one, and collect the cash when your car sells.
Consignment
Hassle-Free White Glove Service
Our commitment to you is to offer the highest-level service. We protect your time, your privacy, and your property while we market it worldwide. Social Media, Print Media, Online Auctions, Online Advertising - we’ve got you covered. One thing is certain - your car stays in your control until you have cash in hand. It doesn’t get any more convenient than that.
How it Works:
1. Tell us a little about your car and yourself.
2. We select the ones that fit.
3. You remit a one-time fee to catalog your car.
4. We handle the rest*
*(Submit your car and learn all about the rest)
Auction Rep
Buy or Sell at Live Events
While 90% of the buyers we surveyed prefer to buy from a private party, sometimes it makes sense to sell a car, or liquidate an entire collection at auction. We use our experience and relationships to make certain that you take full advantage of the environment, earning maximum dollar at auction.
How it Works Selling:
1. You tell us a little about your car and yourself.
2. We select those cars that are the best fit for the live auction environment.
3. Together, we choose the best auction house and event best suited for your car.
4. We take care of everything else*
As buyers, sometimes rare cars come up at auction and there is no other way than to buck up and bid. Watching the auction stream on your screen is one thing. The situation on the ground is often much different. If you can’t be there in person or you need an experienced hand by your side, we’ve got you covered.
How it Works Buying:
1. We perform the same high level of service as our Locator, while at live auction events.
2. For remote, even international bidders, we offer situational awareness and on-site inspection that you cannot get as a phone or internet bidder.
3. We are set up as a Bidder Designate, sticking our hand up for you, in person, on your behalf.
4. We shepherd the car home, making sure all documentation, spares, and accessories are included and professionally transported to your chosen destination.
*(Everything else will be covered in a follow-up email)
Locator
Find the Right Car First
Finding the right car can be frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be. What someone else considers a #1 car may very well be a big, fat zero to you. Our Locator service is about finding the perfect fit. It begins with listening and understanding, not only about what car you are looking for, but what the objective is in finding it and what the reason is that set you looking in the first place. We shepherd the entire process from first contact to final delivery to you.
How it Works:
1. Tell us a little bit about what you are looking for.
2. We agree on a timeline and budget and sign a contract for a retained, dedicated search.
3. We search using our network of thousands of private collectors.
4. Each prospective purchase is evaluated by our team of professional inspectors, working for you.
5. One simple fee on a convenient schedule.
Inspection
Avoid Costly Purchase Mistakes
Even the most honest of private owners can lack the expertise or objectivity to accurately describe the car they own. The quality of information goes down when you are talking about high-volume classic car dealers and auction houses who don’t know, or don’t want to know, what they are representing.
“The auction house has not, and assumes no duty to, independently investigate or verify any information provided by the owner of the Vehicle.” – Auction House Bidder Contract
No matter where you look, you want to trust, and you always had better verify. That is where REV’s Inspection service comes in. Our exclusive network of mark specific, expert professionals can handle everything from a basic condition grading to a validation and concours audits.
How it Works:
1. Contact Us.
2. Tell us about the car you are considering and your purchase objectives.
3. We refer you to a member of our independent network of professional inspectors.
4. Rates and availability vary by make, location, and level of inspection.
Collection MGMT
Top Grade Your Collection
Most enthusiasts begin with a vision for their collection and end up with yet another job/business to run. Most often, people end up with a “hodge-podge” of cars varying in condition, originality, and correctness. Our collection management service carries the burden of all the un-fun of acquiring and maintaining a private collection. More importantly, we will optimize your collection for maximum value and overall enjoyment. Are you building or looking to exit? This is not a “one size fits all” program, it is tailor-fit to your needs and objectives.
“I have been working with Patrick for almost 10 years now. He helped us turn our private collection into one of the best public muscle car museums in the country, the Wellborn Musclecar Museum…I know with these guys, no matter the task, the Wellborn Museum is well represented and everyone involved is taken good care of.” ~Tim Wellborn
How it Works:
For collections of significant cars, small or large, email or give us a call at (847) 665-8448 and we will handle the rest.
Value & Appraisal
Know What It Is Worth
Even the most knowledgeable of private owners can lack the expertise or objectivity to accurately describe the car they own or truly know the value of what they have. Whether it be for one's own personal knowledge or in preparation for sale, knowing the value of one's classic is a must.
This is where Rev's Market Valuation and Appraisal Services come in. Patrick Krook at Rev has been marketing classic and collectible cars for nearly two decades and writes analysis articles for nationally-known publications such as MotorTrend. Offered as two separate packages, we at Rev want you to get the information most pertinent to you.
Market Valuation: $299
This service provides you with the fair market valuation range if you were to list your car for sale. You will also receive recommendations for enhancing the value of the car and will be given Buy, Sell, and Hold recommendations.
How does this work?
1. Contact us!
2. An intake interview about your vehicle is performed
3. You provide your own photos of the car. Patrick will give you a specific shot list.
4. Patrick will perform a comprehensive market analysis cross-referencing price guides, public sale results, and will competitively shop the car based on what is currently available for sale.
5. You will receive a final report.
Bonus: If you choose to market your car for sale with Rev, we will drop the usual commission rate will by 10%!
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Appraisal: starting at $950
This service provides you with the same information as the Market Valuation PLUS an in-person visual inspection of paint, body, vehicle information, mechanical as well as inspection photography and video if needed.
How does this work?
1. Contact Us!
2. Discuss details and pricing.
3. An intake interview about your vehicle is performed.
4. Patrick or one of our professionals in your area will perform a full inspection of your vehicle.
5. Patrick will perform a comprehensive market analysis cross-referencing price guides, public sale results, and will competitively shop the car based on what is currently available for sale.
6. You will receive a final appraisal report.
Bonus: If you choose to market your car for sale with Rev, we will drop the usual commission rate will by 10%!