Black Book announced it has integrated General Motors’ (GM) Build Data into the company’s vehicle identification number (VIN) decode and valuations data today. Build Data is “as built” content in a vehicle, including optional equipment specific to a unique 17-digit VIN.
With the integration of GM’ Build Data, a 17-digit VIN now provides an additional level of precision, as any valuation is now automatically adjusted for the right adds and deducts. The automated process saves time for the users.
“With General Motors’ Build Data, users gain access to precise value of a vehicle by automatically accounting for optional equipment installed in the vehicle.” said Anil Goyal, Black Book executive vice president, operations.
The new offering helps vehicle lenders, auctions, fleet management companies, consumer trade-in websites, inventory appraisal applications, dealers, rental companies and others to automatically include Build Data in General Motors’ vehicle valuations.
