METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR REPAIR PROCEDURE
First Claim
1. A method for providing vehicle repair comprising:
- generating an inspection report specifying repairs for a vehicle;
distributing the inspection report to a plurality of repair shops through a computer network;
receiving a plurality of repair bids from the plurality of repair shops through the computer network,generating a report of the plurality of bids;
providing the report to a customer.
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Abstract
The system provides a method an apparatus for enabling a buyer or seller to easily obtain a mechanical inspection of a vehicle for sale. A seller may obtain an inspection and offer to make the inspection report available to all prospective purchasers prior to completion of the sale. In other instances, the inspection report may be offered to a potential buyer for a fee. In another embodiment, a sponsor may offer a free inspection in exchange for promotional messages associated with the vehicle. In another embodiment, a buyer may have the option to order an inspection on a vehicle for sale, either for a fee or in return for promotional or marketing efforts. In yet another embodiment, an inspection report of a vehicle for sale on the system may be distributed to mechanics and repair centers in the geographical areas of the buyer and/or the seller of a vehicle.
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1. A method for providing vehicle repair comprising:
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generating an inspection report specifying repairs for a vehicle; distributing the inspection report to a plurality of repair shops through a computer network; receiving a plurality of repair bids from the plurality of repair shops through the computer network, generating a report of the plurality of bids; providing the report to a customer. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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