How much does damage from smoking cost?

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How much does damage from smoking cost?

How much does it de-value the price of a car with the stink and discolouration of the inside?

Asked on 16 November 2011 by FergusFarmFace

Answered by Honest John

Smoke and dog smell will put any private buyer off, and I'd knock at least 10% off trade price paid for such a car.
Online car remarketer Autorola claims the reduction in value of a smoked-in car tends to be between £250 and £500.

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