Manheim Grading System

Currently rolling out across the UK — Ask your local auction centre for details.

This grading system provides guidance as to a vehicle’s general exterior (and limited interior) condition. It does not provide any warranty, guarantee or promise as to a vehicle’s mechanical state or condition. It is not intended to be solely relied upon when purchasing a vehicle and you should exercise your own skill and judgement with regard to a vehicle’s condition by making those checks which are sensible and prudent to do so. You agree that the information contained within the grading system is to be used as a guide (that is subject to change from time to time) and Manheim Auctions Limited accepts no liability or responsibility for (i) any inconsistencies in the grading of vehicles; (ii) not mentioning particular items or facts regarding vehicles; (iii) the mechanical condition of a vehicle or any item that might relate to the mechanical condition of a vehicle.

All vehicles offered on Simulcast from our dealer vendors will come with an exterior and interior image and are graded. Note: the vehicle grade can be seen on the top corner of the condition report and a brief description of the applicable grade also appears within the comments section.

General Vehicle description

• Grade A Only minor defects and in very good condition. Quality repairs may have been performed
• Grade B Minor defects that may require moderate repairs
• Grade C Requires body shop attention (up to 4 items, including interior) and parts may be broken or missing.
• Grade D Requires body shop attention (5 or more items, including interior) and parts may be broken or missing.
• Grade E Shows signs of severe abuse or may have sustained severe accident damage

Detailed Grading Breakdown

	Grade A	Grade B	Grade C Has 1–4 of the items listed	Grade D 5 or more of the items listed	Grade E
Exterior Body	1 small dent up to 15mm per panel (paintwork not broken) Up to 5 chips per panel (no rust) Scratches/scuffs that can be polished out Touch in; matching paint not visible from 2m	2 small dents up to 15mm per panel (paintwork not broken) Small areas of chipping including door edges (no rusting) Small scratches up to 25mm (not to base metal) Touch in; matching paint not visible from 2m	Dents more than 15mm to any panel More than 2 dents up to 15mm per panel Scratches more than 25mm or with bare metal showing Any damage with rust or corrosion Areas of excessive chipping Touch in with non matching paint Panel replacement (including bumpers) Note: Panel replacement will override the inclusion of the points above in the count.	Dents more than 15mm to any panel More than 2 dents up to 15mm per panel Scratches more than 25mm or with bare metal showing Any damage with rust or corrosion Areas of excessive chipping Touch in with non matching paint Panel replacement (including bumpers) Note: Panel replacement will override the inclusion of the points above in the count	Vehicle shows signs of severe abuse or may have sustained severe accident damage
Previous Repairs	No obvious evidence of previous repairs	Visible previous repair(s) that require minor rectification	Previous panel repair that requires body shop attention	Previous panel repair that requires body shop attention
Exterior trim and accessories	All present and in situ including spare wheel, jack and tool kit	All present and unbroken but some refitting may be required. Slight damage may be present	Missing accessories incl. spare wheel, jack and tool kit Exterior trim missing or needs replacement	Missing accessories incl. spare wheel, jack and tool kit Exterior trim missing or needs replacement
Windows and Glass	Up to 3 chips per component, no scratches, crack or holes. (if windscreen — not affecting drivers line of sight)	Light scratching and chipping, no cracks or holes (if windscreen — not affecting drivers line of sight)	Component cracked or holed	Component cracked or holed
Interior	Minor scratches/marking. Upholstery is clean and odourless with no visible burns, tears or staining.	Minor scratches/marking. Staining/soiling that would respond to professional valeting. Some trim maybe loose/require refitting	Broken/missing internal trim and/or damage from removal of accessories Rips/burns to fabric Area of staining/soiling of upholstery that would not respond to professional valeting	Broken/missing internal trim and/or damage from removal of accessories Rips/burns to fabric Area of staining/soiling of upholstery that would not respond to professional valeting
Alloy Wheels	Undamaged	Scratches or scuffs up to 25mm	Scratches /scuffs /gouging over 25mm (all wheels) Structural Damage (per wheel)	Scratches /scuffs /gouging over 25mm (all wheels) Structural Damage (per wheel)

No reference is made to mechanical or tyre condition — no promises are therefore made about the mechanical condition of a vehicle or the quality or state of tyres

Note: Vehicle inspections and grading assessments on vehicles are carried out by IMI accredited inspectors, supported by our National Inspection Team who provide quality assurance and training on the inspection process. Through the provision of accurate vehicle inspections and grading we believe that buyers should have confidence in buying online via Simulcast.