About Us
Founded by Danny Hudson — 26+ Years of Auto Appraisal Expertise
AVR Group Auto Appraisal Services was founded and is led by Danny Hudson, a nationally recognized auto appraiser with over 26 years of combined experience in auto appraisal, automobile dealership operations, and insurance adjusting. Based in Houston, Texas, Danny has personally handled thousands of vehicle valuations for insurance disputes, diminished value claims, total loss settlements, estate appraisals, divorce and litigation matters, classic car valuations, and IRS Form 8283 charitable donations.
Danny is the Founder and CEO of the American Society of Certified Auto Appraisers (ASCAA), the national certification body that sets the professional standard for auto appraisers across the United States. He holds ASCAA Certification #1095363, is a Licensed Adjuster, and has been certifying fellow professionals through the ASCAA program since 1998.
Our Credentials
- Danny Hudson — Founder & CEO, AVR Group Auto Appraisal Services and ASCAA
- ASCAA Certified Auto Appraiser — License #1095363
- Licensed Adjuster — Texas
- 26+ years in auto appraisal, automobile dealer, and insurance adjusting
- USPAP-compliant methodology on every appraisal
- IRS Qualified Appraiser under IRC §170(f)(11)(E) and Treasury Reg. §1.170A-17
- NADA member
- I-CAR certified body repair technician(s) on team
- Better Business Bureau member
Why Choose AVR Group
AVR Group is not just another appraisal company — it’s the practice of the professional who built America’s auto appraiser certification body. When you hire AVR Group, you work directly with Danny Hudson or an ASCAA-certified appraiser personally trained and vetted by him.
Every AVR Group appraisal follows the ethics, standards, and methodology outlined by the American Society of Certified Auto Appraisers and the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Our reports are accepted by insurance companies, state and federal courts, attorneys, the IRS, banks, and credit unions nationwide.
Services We Provide
- Diminished Value Appraisals
- Total Loss Appraisals
- Insurance Dispute & Appraisal Clause
- Classic & Collector Car Appraisals
- Estate & Probate Vehicle Appraisals
- Divorce & Litigation Support
- IRS Form 8283 Vehicle Donation Appraisals
- Expert Witness Testimony
Contact Danny Hudson
Phone: (877) 868-9123
Email: certifiedautoappraisers@gmail.com
Mailing: P.O. Box 310596, Houston, Texas 77231
ASCAA Certification Body: certifiedautoappraisers.com