An excellent vehicle rating means that the vehicle looks great, is in excellent mechanical condition and needs no reconditioning. It should pass a smog inspection. The engine compartment should be clean, with no fluid leaks. The paint is glossy and the paint, body and interior are free of any wear or visible defects. There is no rust.
Tires are the proper size and match and are new or nearly new.
A clean title history is assumed. The price represents a fully reconditioned vehicle in excellent condition. This retail price is not a trade-in or private value, but rather assumes that a dealer has absorbed the cost of making the vehicle ready for sale, i.e. reconditioning, advertising, sales commissions, arranging for financing and insurance and standing behind the vehicle for any mechanical or safety problems. Many late-model vehicles at this price have passed an inspection program or carry a warranty. Actual dealer pricing may vary from this price.