101-45.003—Vehicle reconditioning.
(a)
For the purpose of this section, vehicle reconditioning means restoring or improving the appearance of any motorized passenger or cargo vehicle designed primarily for highway use that is to be disposed of through surplus or exchange/sale procedures to the general public.
(b)
To produce the maximum net proceeds, holding agencies shall determine, prior to sale, the appropriate level of reconditioning commensurate with the estimated fair market value of each vehicle scheduled for sale.
(c)
Holding agencies shall arrange for the reconditioning to be accomplished just prior to the dates scheduled for public inspection and sale.
(d)
For all motor vehicles above salvage condition or value, the minimum level of reconditioning required is as follows:
(e)
Additional reconditioning of selected motor vehicles should be considered when such action is expected to substantially improve the return on the sale of a vehicle. Generally, a return of $2 for each dollar invested should be estimated to justify additional reconditioning. Additional reconditioning should include some or all of the following:
(iv)
Make minor adjustments and/or replacements to engine systems (electrical, fuel, cooling, etc.) to ensure that the vehicle will start and idle correctly during inspection by prospective purchasers.
(i)
Rotate tires, including the spare, to ensure that the best tires are displayed on the vehicle. Properly inflate, clean, and apply rubber conditioner or black tire paint to all tires;
(v)
Replace missing or damaged molding, nameplates, lenses, caps, mirrors, antennas, and wheel covers;
(f)
Reconditioning, when possible, should be accomplished no earlier than the calendar week prior to the scheduled sale date.
(g)
Agencies should contact the nearest General Services Administration Federal Supply Service Bureau office for information regarding the availability of reconditioning services.