Every single auto has a VIN and a lot number if they are set for sale at IAAI at Bridgeport (PA). For instance, this Gray AUTOMOBILE BidCars 2008 may be identified with lot number: 28134072 or VIN:JTEES41A182002818. As you can witness, there is all the information about the TOYOTA HIGHLANDER including the damage levels such as primary damage Front & Rear and secondary damage Left & Right Side as well. It would clearly change the price of the vehicle, unless the owner can remove VIN history. Cleanautohistory.com can give such services and erase car history as well as find for you a specific car that has no history of such interposition or VIN removal. When you aspire to sell or buy a car - it is wiser to relegate this process to the professionals.