Used Car Depreciation & IDV Calculator (India)
Work out a used car’s IDV from the standard insurance depreciation schedule, an indicative resale value adjusted for kilometres and condition, and the most a dealer can pay for it and still make the target margin.
Car details
All figures in Indian Rupees (₹). Tap the next to a field for what it means.
Buying for stock (optional)
Work out the most you can pay for this car and still make your margin after reconditioning.
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Enter the ex-showroom price and the car’s age to see its IDV, an indicative resale value, and the most you should pay for it.
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