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Track Vehicle Maintenance Records for Better Resale Value

A complete service history can add thousands to your car's resale value. Stop losing invoices and start building a record that pays off.

Why Maintenance Records Matter

When you sell your car, buyers pay more for vehicles with documented maintenance history. It proves the car was cared for and reduces their risk. But most people lose track of service records over the years—receipts get lost, emails get buried, and that folder in the glove box becomes a mess.

Higher Resale Value

Documented maintenance history can add $1,000+ to your car's value

Buyer Confidence

Show potential buyers exactly what's been done and when

Never Miss Service

Know when your next oil change, tire rotation, or inspection is due

Warranty Claims

Prove you followed the maintenance schedule if you need warranty work

Forward Your Invoices, We'll Do the Rest

Got a service invoice in your email? Just forward it to your EstateHelm vehicles address. Our AI reads the invoice—even PDF attachments—and extracts all the important details automatically.

What We Extract Automatically

  • Vehicle identification—year, make, model, and VIN matched to your vehicles
  • Service date and odometer—mileage tracked over time
  • All service line items—oil changes, tire rotations, brake work, filters, and more
  • Shop information—name, phone, address saved as a contact
  • Costs—individual service costs and invoice total
# Forward your service invoice to:
[email protected]
# We'll extract:
Vehicle: 2017 Honda Accord
VIN: 1HGCR2F57HA123456
Date: 2024-12-10
Odometer: 45,230 miles
Services:
- Synthetic Oil Change ($89.95)
- Tire Rotation ($29.95)
- Cabin Air Filter ($45.00)
- Brake Inspection ($0.00)
Shop: Metro Honda Service
Total: $178.85

Track Mileage Over Time

Every service visit with an odometer reading builds your mileage history. See how many miles you drive per year, spot unusual patterns, and have the data ready when you sell.

2017 Honda Accord

45,230 miles • 12,500 miles/year average

8 service visits recorded
$2,450 total maintenance cost
Oil change due in 2,300 miles

When It's Time to Sell

Imagine handing a buyer a complete, organized maintenance history. Every oil change, every tire rotation, every major service—all documented with dates, mileage, and costs. That's the difference between “I think I got the oil changed regularly” and proof.

What Buyers Want to See

  • Regular oil changes at proper intervals
  • Timing belt/chain service if applicable
  • Brake and tire service history
  • Transmission and coolant service
  • Consistent mileage progression (no gaps or odometer issues)

Private buyers and dealers alike will pay more for a car with documented history. It's one of the easiest ways to maximize your resale value—and all it takes is forwarding your invoices as you get them.

Start building your vehicle's service history

Forward your next service invoice and watch the magic happen.

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