Front/Rear Full View Stand directly in front of the vehicle and position the camera parallel to the front bumper. Capture the full front view of the image and eliminate as much of the background as possible. For the best angle, you may need to squat depending on the size of the vehicle. The following photos are required: a. Front Full Viewb. Rear Full View
Driver’s Side Full View Take several steps away from the driver’s side of the vehicle. Center the frame of the photo to capture the entire vehicle straight on in one shot and eliminate as much of the background as possible. The following photos are required: a. Driver’s Side Full View b. Passenger’s Side Full View
Bumper Position the camera parallel to the bumper of the vehicle, zooming in to eliminate as much of the background as possible. For the best angle, you may need to squat depending on the size of the vehicle.
Tires Position the tire tread depth tool in between the tire tread. Take photos straight on of each tire with the tool. Try to eliminate fingers/hands and background in the photo. An approved WeGoLook tire tread tool is preferred, however a penny or tire tread tool from a local auto supply store is also acceptable. Repeat for each tire and take the following photos: a. Driver’s Side Front Tire b. Driver’s Side Rear Tire c. Passenger’s Side Rear Tire d. Passenger’s Side Front Tire
Corner Panels Position the camera parallel to the panel. Capture the entire corner panel straight on. For the best angle, you may need to squat depending on the size of the vehicle. Repeat for each corner of the vehicle to take the following photos: a. Driver’s Side Front Panel b. Driver’s Side Rear Panel c. Passenger’s Side Rear Panel d. Passenger’s Side Front Panel
Front Interior Open the front door of the vehicle and position the camera in the space above the driver’s side/passenger’s mirror. In the photo, capture the entire seat and side of middle console (if applicable). The following photos are required: a. Driver’s Side Front Interior b. Passenger’s Side Front Interior
Odometer Sit in the driver’s seat of the vehicle, start the vehicle and locate the odometer on the dashboard. Take a straight on photo of the odometer.
Rear Interior Open the back door of the vehicle and take photo of the entire rear driver’s side/rear passenger’s side seat including the middle seat. The following photos are required: a. Driver’s Side Rear Interior b. Passenger’s Side Rear Interior
Windshield VIN Locate the windshield VIN on the vehicle (typically in the lower corner of windshield on the driver’s side). Position the camera to eliminate glare. You may need to cup hand, position your body to block sunlight, or have the on-site contact re-park the vehicle. Take a straight on photo of the windshield, zooming in toward the VIN number. For best results, you may need to take 2-3 extra photos. Be sure to check your photos before you leave the site to verify that the numbers are visible.
Door Jam/Manufacturer Sticker Locate the manufacturer sticker on the vehicle (typically on the driver’s side door jam). Position the camera directly in front of the sticker and zoom in toward the printed text. Eliminate as much background as possible. A good practice is to take 2-3 extra photos, if needed. Be sure to check your photos before you leave the site to verify that the numbers are visible.
Damage Thoroughly inspect the exterior condition of the vehicle. Actively look for dents, scratches or any signs of an accident. Pay specific attention to front and rear bumpers when looking for damage. Zoom in toward the location of the damage on the vehicle and take a straight on shot. Be sure to eliminate any glare from the sun as well as unwanted background images. Note the damage in the 'comments section' of the report. Provide approximate measurements and a brief description of the location of the damage on the vehicle.
I have done this many times. Good to have refresher
Livi Reinsch
Great tutorial.
Kirsten Cruz
Great refresher! I especially like the note of the location of the front inside photos. Taking the picture from above the rear view mirror is a different angle I haven't utilized.
Christina Collins
Really nice refresher article.
Huimprovement
Thanks for such an informative guide on photos
Pamela Smith
Nice refresher. Would especially be great for beginners.
Thanks!
C. Renee' Lindsay
The refresher course was very informative
J. Delton Lehman
Lots of squatting- work those thighs! Good points to keep in mind.
C. Renee' Lindsay
Good pictures, very helpful!
Chanda Haslem
very good pictures and tips, i like the one with the tire thread.
Lance Hungerford
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Kevin Reetz
What do you do when the onsite contact does not have an estimate to take a picture of, or if there is no other damage to take pictures of? It's very frustrating when you can't submit a look, because you don't have all the pictures that the app is wanting, because there is no estimate, or no other damage to take pictures of?
b. Rear Full View
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I have done this many times. Good to have refresher
Great tutorial.
Great refresher! I especially like the note of the location of the front inside photos. Taking the picture from above the rear view mirror is a different angle I haven't utilized.
Really nice refresher article.
Thanks for such an informative guide on photos
Nice refresher. Would especially be great for beginners.
Thanks!
The refresher course was very informative
Lots of squatting- work those thighs! Good points to keep in mind.
Good pictures, very helpful!
very good pictures and tips, i like the one with the tire thread.
That's very helpful information. nailing a little piece of a two-by-four to your yard stick helps that stand by itself that's a great tip y'all gave us
What do you do when the onsite contact does not have an estimate to take a picture of, or if there is no other damage to take pictures of? It's very frustrating when you can't submit a look, because you don't have all the pictures that the app is wanting, because there is no estimate, or no other damage to take pictures of?