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Introducing Bumper's Newest Feature: Smart Insights

Leveraging AI, Smart Insights analyzes complex reports and surfaces key findings in clear, digestible summaries, sparing you from the trouble of having to dig through each report manually to find valuable information. Whether you're buying, owning, or selling, Smart Insights can provide helpful tips tailored to your needs.

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Used Car Price Trends by Body Type

The automotive world is as diverse as it is dynamic. As consumers’ preferences shift and technology evolves, so do the types of vehicles rolling off the assembly line. So, what better way to get a glimpse into these trends than by diving headfirst into vehicle identification numbers (VINs)?

Overview of vehicle resale values

Preliminary findings show an overarching trend: all vehicle types experience some level of depreciation. However, the drop isn’t as breathtaking as a cliff dive. Instead, it looks more like a gentle hill. Most vehicle types maintain over 90% of their original value within the first year of ownership, with a typical decline ranging from 4% to 10%.

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The Most Popular New Car Colors

Take a look at Bumper.com's deep dive into the most popular new car colors of 2024.

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Top 10 Used SUVs to Buy in February 2024

Leverage Bumper.com's data from 40 million+ vehicles to find the best used SUVs.

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