How to Use CarbidHelper Chrome Extension

The CarbidHelper Chrome Extension makes it easier to get crucial information about vehicles listed on popular auctions like Copart and IAAI...

Key Features

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  • Identify the Seller: Instantly see who the seller of the car is—whether it's an insurance company or a private seller.
  • Seller Reserve: Check the minimum seller reserve price, so you know how much the seller expects for the vehicle.
  • Document Type: See what type of ownership documents the car has, including whether it's a clean title, salvage title, or other.
  • Export Status: Easily find out whether the vehicle can be exported or if it has restrictions.

Document Type and Export Status

  • Export Possible: The vehicle is eligible for export without any restrictions.
  • Additional Processing Required for Export: The vehicle may require additional documentation or processing to be eligible for export, often due to its condition or title status.
  • Export Impossible: The vehicle is not allowed to be exported, typically due to legal restrictions or title issues that limit its sale outside the country.
  • No Information or Unknown: The export status is unclear or not available, possibly requiring more investigation or contacting the seller.
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  • Sales History: View the car’s previous sales history and the number of bids it received, so you can track whether the vehicle has been sold before.

How to Get Started

  1. Install the CarbidHelper Chrome Extension: Visit the Chrome Web Store and search for 'CarbidHelper' to add it to your browser.
  2. Browse Auction Sites: When you visit Copart or IAAI, the extension will automatically show additional information directly on the lot pages.
  3. View Lot Details: Open any car listing, and you'll see seller details, reserve amount, document type, and whether the car is eligible for export.

Happy car shopping! The CarbidHelper Team