Auction grade is a comprehensive evaluation of a used car conducted by Japanese auction house inspectors. With over 115 locations, these inspectors assess a vehicle’s general condition, resulting in grades represented by numbers or letters.
The letters (A, B, C, D, or E) indicate specific exterior and interior conditions, alongside an overall grade. While different houses have varying methods, the grades provide consistent assessments, making it easier for buyers to understand a car’s quality.
6
New
5
As good as new with no flaws
4.5
Very clean, one panel affected by minor paint blemish
4
More than one panel affected by minor paint blemishes
3.5
Some attention to panel and paint is required
3
Rough overall condition
2
Serious panel damage, rusty or water damages
1
Significant performance upgrades or mechanical changes
A, O, R
Accident damage and repair
A
As good as new with no condition faults
B
Very clean and nice
C
Average / Clean for age including expected wear and tear
D
Cigarette burns / smell, rips, tears, or other damages to interior
AC/AAC
Air conditioner / Climate control
FA/AT/CA
Automatic / Column automatic
F5/F6
5 Speed Manual / 6 Speed Manual
PS/PW
Power steering / Power windows
SR
Sunroof
TV
Television
ナビ
Navigator
カワ
Leather Interior
エアB
Airbags
AW
Alloy wheels
A
Scratch / Crack
B
Larger dent
U
Smaller dent
Y
Crack
P
Paint damage
S / C
Rust / Corrosion
W
Repair waves
G
Repainted substandard
X
Replacement required
XX
Panel replaced
