The Motor Vehicle Sales Authority of B.C. is pleased to join with ICBC and the reputable motor vehicle dealers of the province in recommending the services of CarProof, a Canadian company that has built a vehicle search network to provide the most comprehensive, accurate and timely used vehicle history report available in British Columbia today. Using the Internet, by searching the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), CarProof can supply a complete vehicle history.

The CarProof Verified BC package, available for $59.95 per search, includes ICBC's vehicle claims history, which sells by itself for $20 plus GST. The CarProof Verified BC report will also provide comprehensive vehicle history including prior registrations, status changes, insured crash repairs, verified odometer readings, and any current liens from all across Canada and the United States. It does not provide private information as to prior vehicle ownership.

The VSA will be a beneficiary of a portion of each search fee. Surpluses generated from CarProof will be used to further VSA's goal to develop more "informed and confident consumers."

More than one third of all vehicles sold in British Columbia are sold privately. All used vehicle buyers, either private sales or through dealers, are also advised to have an independent mechanical inspection, such as that provided by BCAA. CarProof will add an extra measure of confidence and knowledge concerning the history of the used vehicle being purchased.

Following is the complete list of options for purchasing vehicle history reports:

• CarProof Verified BC (including the ICBC vehicle claims history report) can be purchased for $59.95 per search online through this web site or by phoning VSA at 604-294-9889 extension 4 or, toll free, 1-877-294-9889 extension 4. An advantage of doing this through VSA is that it can also be requested by phone and the results sent by fax or mail to the individual.
• CarProof Verified BC can also be purchased through any reputable motor vehicle dealer.
• Those who wish to purchase only the ICBC vehicle claims history for $20 plus GST can do so by visiting the ICBC web site.
• Those who wish only the CarProof component, without the BC information, can buy this search for $49.95 at www.carproof.com.

For more information, call 604-294-9889 extension 4 or, toll free, 1-877-294-9889 extension 4.

NOTE: CarProof is an independent Canadian firm and member of the Better Business Bureau Online Reliability Program. It depends on its sources for the accuracy and reliability of its information. The VSA does not in any way monitor the accuracy of any CarProof reports, and does not assume any responsibility for errors or omissions the report may contain.

What you need to order a Vehicle History Report

• Vehicle VIN
• Vehicle make, model and year
• Credit card