How to Photograph Your Truck for a Valuation

The shot list

• Front, straight on and at a front corner
• Driver side and passenger side, full length
• Rear and inside the bed
• Interior: dash, seat, and floors
• Engine bay
• Odometer
• Any rust or damage, close up
• Frame, if you can reach it safely
• Door tag or data plate, if you're comfortable sharing it

Simple tips

• Daylight beats flash. Overcast days are ideal.
• Hold the phone level, at about headlight height for the outside shots.
• Show the bad along with the good, it saves time later.
• Don't stage it. A truck in a barn can be photographed in the barn.

About the VIN

Only share the VIN or door-tag photo if you're comfortable; it helps confirm original equipment.

Requesting a valuation is free and there's no obligation to sell.