Valuation·Updated 10/02/2026 22:09:25·4 min read
How Odometer, Condition, and Service Records Affect Car Value
Used car pricing in Australia is heavily shaped by three signals: kilometres, overall condition, and service record completeness. This article explains how buyers interpret each factor (km relative to age, cosmetic vs mechanical condition, and service history gaps), why these signals change buyer confidence and negotiation power, and how AUCN valuation uses real market patterns to provide a more realistic value range.
Valuation·Updated 11/02/2026 17:57:20·6 min read
Used Car Depreciation Guide: How Much Value Cars Lose in 1–10 Years
Car depreciation in Australia isn’t a straight line. This guide explains the typical value curve from years 1–10 (steepest drop early, stabilising mid-life, then condition-driven later), and the key factors that shift depreciation: brand reliability, body type demand, fuel and running costs, state-by-state supply, kilometres vs age, and known model issues. It also outlines a practical checklist to estimate future value before you buy.
Valuation·Updated 11/02/2026 18:10:49·5 min read
How to Estimate a Used Car's Real Market Value in Australia (Model, kilometers and State Factors Explained)
Estimating a used car’s real market value in Australia comes down to three core inputs: model/variant, kilometres, and state/location — then refining with age, condition, service history, and local supply-and-demand. This guide explains the “km curve”, why the same car prices differently across states, and how buyers and dealers triangulate value using listings, auction behaviour and valuation tools, with AUCN’s approach focused on a realistic price range rather than a single number.