Vehicle Condition  Excellent: "Excellent" condition means that the vehicle looks great, is in excellent mechanical condition and needs no reconditioning. It should pass an emissions test. The engine compartment should be clean, with no fluid leaks. The paint is glossy and the body and interior are free of any wear or visible defects. There is no rust. The tires are the proper size and match and are new or nearly new. A clean title history is assumed. This is an exceptional vehicle.  Good: "Good" condition means that the vehicle is free of any major defects. The paint, body and interior have only minor (if any) blemishes, and there are no major mechanical problems. In states where rust is a problem, this should be very minimal, and a deduction should be made to correct it. The tires match and have substantial tread wear left. A clean title history is assumed. A "good" vehicle will need some reconditioning to be sold at full retail price; however, any major reconditioning costs should be deducted from the value. Most recent-model cars owned by consumers fall into this category.  Fair: "Fair" condition means the vehicle probably has some mechanical or cosmetic defects but is still in safe running condition. The paint, body and/or interior require the work of a professional. The tires need to be replaced. There may be some repairable rust damage. The actual value of cars in this category may vary widely. A clean title history is assumed.  Poor: Poor condition means that the vehicle's mechanical condition has defects, and/or the vehicle's mileage is very high. This vehicle is likely near the end of its useful life unless it receives major service.  Damaged: "Damaged" condition means that the vehicle has been in a serious auto-vehicle accident and has sustained a serious damage or has been exposed to water damage as a result of a hurricane. This vehicle either requires a major restoration and replacement of numerous components or is irrecoverable and can be used for auto parts only.