Step-by-Step Guide

How TopFuelAuto Works

From VIN decoding to AI damage analysis - see exactly how our Chrome extension helps you make smarter auction bids on Copart and IAAI.

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1

Install & Open Extension

Get started in seconds

Install TopFuelAuto from the Chrome Web Store. Visit any vehicle listing on Copart or IAAI - the sidebar opens automatically with real-time auction data.

  • Current bid and auction countdown
  • Vehicle year, make, and model
  • Real-time price updates
TopFuelAuto extension header showing vehicle info, current bid, and auction countdown timer
2

Decode Partial VIN

Works with masked VINs

Copart and IAAI mask the last 6 digits of VINs. Our decoder uses NHTSA data to extract full vehicle specs even from partial VINs.

  • Year, Make, Model, Trim decoded
  • Engine and transmission specs
  • Works with masked ****** VINs
Partial VIN decoder showing decoded vehicle specifications from NHTSA database
3

Extract Full VIN with AI

Unlock sold history

Drag and drop a VIN photo (door jamb sticker, dashboard, or windshield) and our AI extracts the complete VIN. Then search our sold history database.

  • 93%+ accuracy on VIN photos
  • Searches auction sold history
  • Find if vehicle sold before
AI VIN extraction from door jamb sticker photo with 93% confidence and sold history search
4

Quick Summary

Key info at a glance

See everything important in one place: Auto-Grade score, title status, keys, mileage, run & drive verification, and available media like engine audio.

  • Auto-Grade and AutoCheck scores
  • Clean title verification
  • Keys, run & drive status
  • Audio and undercarriage links
Quick summary showing Auto-Grade, clean title, keys present, green light status, and Copart verification
5

AI Buyer Advisor

Smart recommendations

Our AI analyzes all lot data and provides a verdict: BUY, CONSIDER, or PASS. Get key insights, warnings about expensive repairs, and opportunities.

  • BUY / CONSIDER / PASS verdict
  • Title and damage explanations
  • Warnings with cost estimates
  • Opportunities highlighted
AI Buyer Advisor verdict showing CONSIDER recommendation with key insightsAI key insights showing vehicle analysis and buying recommendations
6

AI Damage Report

Photo-based analysis

Drag photos from the auction gallery into organized zones (Front, Rear, Left, Right, Interior). AI analyzes damage and estimates repair costs.

  • Drag & drop from gallery
  • Detailed damage breakdown
  • Repair vs replace recommendations
  • Cost estimates per area
Drag and drop photo zones for AI damage analysis with 4 of 5 photos selectedAI damage analysis results showing repair items and cost estimates
7

Export PDF Report

Save and share

Download a comprehensive PDF report with all analysis data. Save reports to your dashboard and access them anytime from any device.

  • Complete PDF report
  • VIN, damage, price analysis
  • Similar sold vehicles data
  • Save to dashboard
Export report section showing download option and 27 saved reportsGenerated PDF report with vehicle analysis, damage breakdown, and similar sold vehicles

What You Get

VIN Decoded

Full specs from partial VINs using NHTSA data

Price Analysis

Market average from 20+ similar sold vehicles

Damage Report

AI-powered repair cost estimates by area

PDF Export

Complete reports to save and share

Ready to Analyze Your First Vehicle?

Install TopFuelAuto and start making data-driven auction bids today.

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Works on Copart.com and IAAI.com