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Email: gearheadkeith@gmail.com Phone: 248-629-0649 Keith Gilbert Gilbert Vehicle Services L.L.C. Royal Oak, Michigan 48073 Find us & join our classic car discussion on FaceBook
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Welcome to Gilbert Vehicle Services! We
are a group of auto industry engineers, designers and enthusiasts who share our knowledge and enthusiasm
for autos, trucks & motorcycles to help others enhance their vehicle ownership experience. We provide the following
services for both classic and late model vehicles in the Metro Detroit and Northwest Ohio areas: Pre-purchase inspection Appraisal Numbers Decoding & Authentication Vehicle purchase consulting Vehicle Brokerage Restoration project planning & consultation Title Issues Car
& Parts locating service General Motors
remote keyless entry remote (fob) repair
Our motto is
“Complete Vehicle Support from Idea to Ownership”. Our vehicle expertise can help you with many
vehicle decisions including: - Helping you find your dream car
/ truck / motorcycle
- Determining the authenticity of a vehicle
- Sorting title issues
- Locating rare parts
to complete your vehicle
- Project planning for your vehicle restoration
- Recommendations for local restoration & repair service providers
- Real-world experience for restoration products & tools
- Advertising and brokerage services to help you sell your vehicle
- Vehicle determination assistance to find the vehicle which best suits your needs for personal or commercial use.
We specialize in 1945-present cars and light-duty trucks.
Please continue below for information on our
most popular services.
Pre-Purchase Inspection Are you looking at a car for sale in the southeast Michigan or northwest
Ohio area but it is not practical for you to travel to see it in person? Let Gilbert Vehicle Services inspect it for
you! We have over 30 years experience in the classic car hobby. We offer various levels of vehicle inspection
based on your needs. - Visual inspection ($225): we inspect the vehicle condition using
our proprietary inspection checklist and quantitative measurements when available (paint thickness & panel gaps).
We inspect the vehicle’s general condition, looking for any previous damage, poor workmanship, leaking fluids, etc.
Minimum 40 high-resolution pictures are provided. A final written report summarizes our findings.
- VIN & Trim Tag Decoding ($25): During the visual inspection,
we record the VIN, trim tag, body number, and any other ID number which is visible without disassembling any part of the vehicle.
We then decode these numbers to the best of our ability to authenticate the vehicle's "as built" configuration and
its options using our library of automotive reference materials.
- Engine Numbers Authenticity Check ($25): During the visual inspection,
we record the engine number and any other mechanical component ID number which is visible without disassembling any part of
the vehicle. We then decode these numbers to the best of our ability using our library of automotive reference materials.
- Paint Color Authenticity Check ($25): During the visual inspection, we compare the current paint color of the vehicle with our large
inventory of vintage O.E. paint samples (American cars & trucks from 1949-1982).
- Borescope Inspection ($50):
We use a borescope to inspect accessible structural areas of the vehicle, looking for corrosion or damage.
- Mechanical inspection (varies):
Gilbert Vehicle Services has partnerships with several reputable, licensed auto repair shops in the Metro Detroit area to
check the mechanical condition of a vehicle. Our mechanical inspection can include a driving road evaluation, engine
evaluation (compression, vacuum & pressure test), suspension check, fluid leaks, and engine oil analysis. Cost for
a mechanical inspection varies on services required: contact us for a custom quote.
A travel fee of $0.60/mile from zip code 48068 (Detroit) is added
to the prices above.
Appraisals Do you want to know your vehicle's current value? Do you need an appraisal for insurance purposes?
Are you considering selling your vehicle but are not sure what it is worth? We can help! We offer the following
services: - Visual Inspection & Appraisal
($125): We visually inspect your vehicle, audibly inspect mechanicals and visually check underbody. Based off
the vehicle’s condition and appearance we research recent collector vehicle market transactions to determine an appropriate
value for your vehicle.
- VIN & Trim
Tag Decoding ($25): We decode VIN, trim tag, body number, and any other ID numbers to the best of our
ability to authenticate the vehicle's "as built" configuration and its options using our library of automotive reference
materials.
- Engine Numbers Authenticity Check ($25): We decode engine number and any other mechanical component
ID numbers to the best of our ability using our library of automotive reference materials.
- Paint Color Authenticity Check ($25): We compare the current paint color of the vehicle with our large inventory of vintage O.E. paint samples (American
cars & trucks from 1949-1982).
A travel fee of $0.60/mile from zip code 48068 (Detroit) is added
to the prices above. Please note, Gilbert Vehicle Services is not a
licensed classic vehicle appraiser. Our valuation is based off current price guides, similar vehicles for
sale and recent auction results. If you require a licensed appraiser with classic car certification
who can offer diminished value, total loss, legal arbitration support and other specialized valuation services, please contact
us. We will refer you to a licensed, full-time appraiser with classic car certification in the Metro Detroit Area. Vehicle Brokerage Do you want to sell a vehicle but do not want to deal with selling it yourself? Or
do you want to sell your vehicle yourself but could use help reaching the right buyer? Let our many years of used vehicle
sales experience work for you. We offer the following services: - Vehicle Advertising & Marketing Support. We inspect the vehicle,
take pictures, authenticate any rare options, advise on any issue remediation to make the vehicle more marketable, estimate
the value of the vehicle, write an advertisement, upload pictures them to an online photo album and strategically place
ads online for the vehicle to gain the most exposure for the owner. The owner schedules showings and negotiates the
final sale. Our rates for advertising and marketing support are $150 for vehicles priced $5000 or less and 2.5% of final
sale price on vehicles over $5000.
- Full brokerage. Full brokerage includes all
the items listed under Vehicle Advertising & Marketing Support, and also includes Gilbert Vehicle Services taking
possession of the vehicle and completing the sale on behalf of the owner. The rate for this service is $300 for vehicles
priced under $5000 and 6% of sales price on vehicles over $5000.
Currently
for sale 1994 Mazda RX7 Touring. Black with tan interior, 5-speed manual transmission, 34k miles. One
non-smoking owner, no accidents, maintenance records since new. Recently received a full service (all fluids) and compression
check by Sesi Mazda in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This car is the real deal: an essentially unmodified 3rd Gen RX7 with
known history and low miles. The only modifications are simple bolt-ons to improve performance: K&N air filter,
custom exhaust, GAB 8-way adjustable struts, Hawk Brake pads. 3 sets of OEM factory wheels included with the sale: 1
set with the OEM Goodyear tires, 1 set with newer Yokohama AVS tires, 1 set with Kuhmo autocross-compound tires. 2 exhaust
systems included (OEM and custom "straight pipe" exhaust), OEM struts and brake pads are included in sale. Contact
us for more details!
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Numbers Decoding & Authentication Do you want the "numbers" decoded on your classic American car to verify its original
equipment & options? We can help! We have a vast library of automotive reference books for decoding the VIN,
Trim Tag, engine numbers and other key features on most 1945-present American cars & trucks. We will decode these
numbers for you & provide our interpretation of them in a short written report for only $50. GM Keyless Entry Remote Repair GM Keyless Entry Remote (aka Key Fob) often fail due to poor solder joints on the printed circuit board.
Our process to rejuvenate these keyless entry remotes is to disassemble, clean and re-flow solder joints of the circuit board.
We also install a new battery. Our fee for this service is $35 and our turnaround time is 3 days. We can
also install new buttons for additional cost.
Contact
us via email or at 248-629-0649 to learn more details about our services.
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