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About Auto Praise and Lead Appraiser Daryl Zelinski
Trusted Vehicle Appraisal Experts in South Florida
At Auto Praise, our certified vehicle appraisers provide accurate, fair, and transparent car valuations for clients across South Florida. From diminished value claims to total loss assessments, our mission is to deliver trusted auto appraisal services backed by professional expertise and local knowledge.
Trusted Expertise
Fair Value, Always
Convenient Services
Diminished Value and Total Loss Appraisals in South Florida and Statewide
Auto Praise is South Florida’s trusted choice for independent car appraisals and mobile vehicle inspections. Based in Coconut Creek, we proudly serve Broward and Palm Beach counties, providing drivers, collectors, and businesses with accurate, certified, and unbiased appraisals. Whether you’re buying a vehicle, filing an insurance claim, or protecting the value of your investment, Auto Praise delivers clarity and confidence every step of the way.
Our Story
Daryl Zelinski is a Florida licensed all lines insurance adjuster, ASCAA (American Society of Certified Auto Appraisers) and BCAA (Bureau of Certified Auto Appraisers) certified appraiser, and I-CAR Platinum Auto Physical Damage appraiser who spent 24 years inspecting claims for insurance carriers and now works independently for vehicle owners. He founded Certified Automotive Research & Investigations in 2002 and launched Auto Praise in 2024, bringing more than 30 years in automotive and insurance to every appraisal he signs.
With decades of industry insight working for both insurance carriers and vehicle owners, Daryl built Auto Praise on a simple principle: consumers deserve honest, certified appraisals and inspections that protect their financial interests.
Daryl Zelinski's Credentials
• IACP Certified Auto Appraiser
• ASCAA (American Society of Certified Auto Appraisers) certified appraiser
• BCAA (Bureau of Certified Auto Appraisers) certified appraiser
• I-CAR Platinum Certified Auto Physical Damage Appraiser
• ASE Master Certified Technician, certified 25+ consecutive years
• Florida Licensed Insurance Adjuster, 6-20 All Lines
• Appraisals prepared to USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice)
Our Mission & Values
At Auto Praise, our mission is to help vehicle owners make informed decisions and receive fair value for their vehicles. We stand by the following values:
Integrity
Every appraisal is impartial, accurate, and defensible.
Expertise
Certified knowledge built on decades of automotive and insurance industry experience.
Client Advocacy
We represent your interests, not the insurance company’s.
Transparency
Clear, detailed, and professional reports you can trust.
What We Do
Auto Praise specializes in a full range of car appraisal services designed to meet both personal and legal needs, including:
Diminished Value Appraisals
Helping clients recover fair compensation after an accident.
Total Loss Appraisals & Disputes
We represent your interests, not the insurance company’s.
Agreed Value & Legal Appraisals
Supporting insurance policies, estate settlements, and legal matters.
Fleet Vehicle Appraisals
Accurate appraisals for commercial fleets, leasing, and corporate use.
Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspections
From everyday cars to exotic and collector vehicles, including commercial and fleet vehicles.
Why Choose Auto Praise?
Choosing Auto Praise means working with an appraisal company that understands the industry inside and out.
One Credentialed Appraiser on Every File
Every report is prepared and signed by Daryl Zelinski, a Florida licensed adjuster (6-20 All Lines) and IACP, I-CAR Platinum and ASE Master certified appraiser. You work with the same person from the first call to the final report.
Local Specialists
Serving Broward and Palm Beach counties with deep knowledge of the local market.
Detail-Oriented Reports
Comprehensive, accurate, and professionally documented appraisals and inspections.
Where We're Located
Auto Praise Vehicle Evaluation Services is based in Coconut Creek, Florida, and serves clients throughout Broward County, Palm Beach County, Miami-Dade County, and statewide across Florida.
Our office is located at Elite Office Suites, 6810 N State Road 7, Suite 332, Coconut Creek, FL 33073 — situated along the North State Road 7 corridor near the intersection of SR-7 and Wiles Road, just north of the Coconut Creek Promenade and minutes from the Broward–Palm Beach county line.
Most of the work I do as an independent auto appraiser is field-based — I travel directly to the vehicle, whether that is at a repair shop, a client’s home, a dealership, or another location throughout South Florida. Clients are never required to bring a vehicle to our office. That said, our Coconut Creek location serves as the base of operations for Auto Praise, and consultations can be arranged by appointment.
If you have questions about a diminished value appraisal, a total loss appraisal, or any other independent vehicle appraisal service, the easiest first step is to call or reach out through our contact page. We serve clients across Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Margate, Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and the surrounding communities.
Auto Praise Vehicle Evaluation Services
6810 N State Road 7, Suite 332
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
📞 754-210-9807
Our Blog
Field notes and claim guidance written from Daryl’s own appraisal files.
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