For Service Ontario transfers, insurance claims, classic cars and legal matters. Cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses and RVs, any model, any year, from a licensed dealership in North York.
What it does for you
At Service Ontario you pay tax on the wholesale book value printed on the UVIP, not on what the car is actually worth. A certified appraisal lets you pay on the actual market value. Vehicles over 20 years old need one regardless, because no book value exists.
Already paid the tax? You may be eligible for a refund within 60 days.
Ontario charges 13% on the greater of the price paid and the book value; with an appraisal, on the greater of the price paid and the appraised value. Illustration, not tax advice.
Services
Order online, or visit us in person at Yorktown Motors, our car dealership at 98 Ashwarren Rd. Pay by card, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, e-Transfer, or cash at the dealership.
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Five short steps. We confirm the details and take payment, then get to work. You'll receive the letter by email, or pick it up at the dealership.
We'll confirm your order at or by email, then get to work on the letter.
Need it faster? Call 416-398-8899.
More about us
At Heritage Auto Appraisal, we have years of experience in vehicle appraisals through our car dealership. We have been providing accurate and certified appraisals for all types of vehicles. Whether for ownership transfers, insurance claims, or classic car valuations, we help you save money and protect your investment.
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Anything not covered here, call 416-398-8899 or come by the dealership.
You can submit an order online via our website or visit us in person at Yorktown Motors, our car dealership.
You can make a payment using a credit card, debit card, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, e-Transfer, or cash at our car dealership (Yorktown Motors).
Yes, this can be completed either in person at Yorktown Motors or electronically by sending photos, videos, and any available repair receipts as proof of condition via email (detailed instructions will be provided). Additionally, we may use data from multiple sources to help you save even more.
You'll receive it by email within 15 minutes of placing your order, or you can pick it up at our dealership, Yorktown Motors. We also offer a drop-off service within an hour (fees apply) or free standard mail delivery within 2–4 business days. Express mail delivery with tracking is available within two days.
We guarantee your satisfaction with a 100% money-back promise. If the letter is declined for any reason and the issue isn't resolved, or if you choose not to use the appraisal letter for any reason, we will provide a full refund. There are no time limits or restrictions for requesting a refund.
Yes. Service Ontario allows us to complete the appraisal form manually in person or digitally via our website, where it can be filled out and printed. Insurance companies, law firms, and banks accept electronic copies by email, while Service Ontario requires a physical copy. You can print it at home, in an office, or at a library, print shop, or electronics store.
Our website employs the latest encryption technology, ensuring that no financial information or transaction details are stored or shared. Payment is taken after we confirm your order; card details are never entered on this site.
We are a licensed automotive dealership and appraisal firm based in Toronto, Canada. Our certification is recognized by the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC), a government regulatory body, as well as the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery. [licence numbers to add]
An appraisal letter is an official document that gives an up-to-date evaluation of a vehicle based on its current state, including its mechanical condition, body, interior, odometer reading (km), and history, such as accidents, commercial or rental use, and whether it was registered out of province or country.
Save hundreds on HST when transferring vehicle ownership at Service Ontario by paying tax on the actual market value rather than the wholesale/book value listed on the UVIP. If a vehicle has high mileage, excessive wear, severe damage (mechanical, body, or interior), or a history of accidents, rental, or out-of-province use, its appraised value may be lower. For vehicles over 20 years old, Service Ontario requires an appraisal letter since their market or wholesale value isn't listed. Already paid the tax? You may be eligible for a refund within 60 days. Contact us to learn more.
An appraisal letter can help you reduce HST costs during ownership transfers with MTO, save on import/export expenses, support legal matters like divorce, bankruptcy, and estate settlements, and maximize insurance claims for better payouts. It also protects the value of classic or antique vehicles. Appraisals are available for various vehicles, including cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, and more, and can be used for transferring ownership, securing loans, obtaining bank loan approval, or resolving legal disputes.
Certified appraisal letters are approved and accepted by many different organizations, including Service Ontario, insurance companies, banks and law firms. To date, the only letters we've seen questioned had a clerical error or were incomplete. In rare cases like that, contact us and we will email or text you a corrected letter and supporting documents to solve the problem.
No, an appraisal letter for Service Ontario is not reported elsewhere. For instance, if your car is totaled in an accident, your insurance company will compensate you based on its actual market value. However, if you obtain an appraisal letter specifically for insurance purposes to secure full coverage, the insurer will pay the appraised value in the event of a total loss.
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