
VIN Decoder and Vehicle History App for the iPhone/iPod Touch
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Put a Vehicle Research Center in Your Shirt PocketVIN Hunter is an Apple iPhone and iPod Touch application that allows anyone to decode car and truck VINs (Vehicle Identification Numbers) while in the field (with or without an Internet connection) and to retrieve detailed information about the vehicle. VIN Hunter allows you to research, photograph, and record notes on each vehicle you decode. You can also send the list of decoded vehicles to an email address of your choice in order to use the information in other applications. Integrated support for CARFAX record checks and vehicle history can help you avoid lemons and damaged vehicles. Check each vehicle against the newly-formed national fraud and theft database to avoid purchasing a stolen or flood-damaged car. With its local database of over 150,000 car and truck models you can finally get the instant information on the majority of cars and trucks sold in North America. |
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Features
- Works with the Apple iPhone and the iPod Touch.
- Decode over 150,000 vehicles from 1981 through 2010.
- Local VIN decoding database means no need to be connected to the Internet to decode.
- Provides information on each vehicle such as retail price, trim levels, transmission options, and drivetrain.
- Integration shows a CARFAX® Record Check™ on all vehicles.
- Purchase and view a CARFAX® VHR™ 1981 through 2010.
- Assign a thumbnail and image to each vehicle. Use the iPhone’s built-in camera or the Photo Library.
- Email your list of decoded vehicles to a person of your choice.
- Add comments and notes to each vehicle.
- Select from a list of trim levels that includes the model code for easy matching to dealer inventory.
- See a list of web sites that offer additional information on your vehicle, including National Insurance Crime Bureau’s web site on flood damaged and stolen cars and trucks.
- Custom VIN-specific keyboard locks out invalid characters when enter a VIN.
Audience
- Shoppers looking for a quality new or used vehicle
- Car dealerships and salespeople
- Car auction buyers
- Car enthusiasts and collectors
- Insurance agents and adjusters
- Valet Services
- Automotive garages and service centers
Solutions
VIN Hunter is a great solution to the problem of needing to decode and record vehicles without the use of the Internet. This means an inexpensive iPod Touch can be used as a powerful tool in the field without service plans or dedicated hardware. The detailed 150,000+ model database contains information on cars and trucks back to 1981 when the standardized VIN format was introduced. The database is updated as new vehicle models are released. With VIN Hunter you’ll always be up to date.
New and Used Car Shoppers
Are you in the market for a quality vehicle? VIN Hunter can be a valuable asset by letting you store information on each vehicle you research or test drive. Keep notes on each vehicle that let you record asking price, your thoughts on condition, or contact information. VIN Hunter keeps track of this information for you.
Also, because of the integrated support from CARFAX, the industry-leading provider of vehicle history reports, you can instantly see a count of the DMV and service records on your prospects when they are available. Want more information? You can purchase a CARFAX Vehicle History Report and get detailed information on a vehicle’s history and prior ownership.
Car Dealerships and Salespeople
VIN Hunter helps you keep track of your inventory and customer trades. With the evolving “Dealer Mode” you can access your carfaxonline.com account for your vehicles while you’re on the lot with customers. Be able to show potential customers the value of your cars or the problems with their trade early on in the sales process.
Salespeople can keep a detailed list of what vehicles are on hand right at their fingertips. Know instantly what you have available while you’re with a customer. With thumbnails and image support you can even show your buyers the vehicles without leaving the showroom.
Car Auction Buyers
When buying cars at an automotive auction it pays to have the best information possible before you make the initial bid. With VIN Hunter you have at your fingertips the ability to decode the VINs on the auction floor of all your potential buys. And the CARFAX vehicle history information and National Insurance Crime Bureau’s theft and fraud reports, can help you avoid buying the lemons and focus on the top picks.
Car Collectors and Enthusiasts
VIN Hunter lets you keep a mobile inventory of your current car collection or your favorite vehicles. Whether for insurance purposes or just proud of your collection VIN Hunter lets you store a photo and notes on every vehicle in your collection. If your vehicle is ever stolen having your VIN at your fingertips can be invaluable. Also check to see if the National Insurance Crime Bureau has a record of the theft to aid law enforcement in recovering your vehicle as fast as possible.
Insurance Agents and Adjusters
Besides the policy number the most important piece of information about any vehicle to an insurance agent is the VIN. Insurance adjusters and agents can keep track of vehicle information in the field. Record notes and photos on accident conditions and vehicle damage. Instantly email your information to your office for further claims processing.
Service Centers and Automotive Garages
Keeping track of customers and vehicle information is the key to your business. Track the vehicles you have on hand to allow instant feedback to your customers on the progress of the service or any information you need to convey. Verify vehicle information over the phone by asking customers for their VIN. This means you can provide best service estimates and provide a better customer experience.
Valet Services
Ever have a situation where you’re responsible for two near-identical vehicles at the same time? Tracking by license plates will usually work but plates can be entered incorrectly and you might not discover the error until too late. VIN Hunter saves the day by letting you enter a VIN that is tied distinctly to that one vehicle. You aren’t allowed to enter incorrect information, so your records are accurate. Plus assign a photo to each vehicle to aid in finding it quickly.
Requirements
VIN Hunter runs on any iPhone or iPod Touch that has installed version 2.0 or later of the iPhone OS.
The iPhone is required to take photographs directly from the device. The iPod Touch has no camera but may add images and thumbnails to vehicles through the devices Photo Library.
An Internet connection is required (WiFi, 3G, or EDGE) to access CARFAX services. No Internet connection is required to decode a vehicle’s VIN.
Contact Information
For questions or comments please contact us at chronosafe@gmail.com.







