Many consignors struggle with the negative impact vehicle smoke or foul odor has on auction prices. Knowing retail buyers will avoid these units, dealers recognize they may incur additional expense in an attempt to disguise or remove the odor. To help sellers and buyers understand the sale price implications, Manheim Consulting quantified the auction price deterioration caused by condition-report-noted odor and highlighted ways to come out smelling like a rose.

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