DataRef: The Smarter Way to Value Machinery
DataRef is the go-to research tool for used machinery dealers, auctioneers, and appraisers who want data they can trust. It combines over 700,000 historical auction prices, detailed model information, and over 50,000 factory brochures and spec sheets all searchable in one place.
Why It Matters
Knowing what a machine is truly worth can be difficult. Creating factual machinery write-ups is time consuming.
DataRef delivers facts.
By bringing together decades of real auction results and manufacturer documentation, DataRef gives professionals the insight and confidence to make accurate, defensible decisions.
Key Benefits
- Accurate Market Data: Access over 700,000 verified auction prices to see what similar machines actually sold for.
- Trusted Valuations: Support your appraisals and quotes with historical data and factory literature.
- Faster Buying & Selling: Instantly understand how age, brand, and condition affect value so you can price right and bid smart.
- Access to the PDF Library: Search 50,000+ OEM brochures to confirm specs and create professional listings.
- Time-Saving Efficiency: Replace hours of searching across multiple sources with one easy-to-use platform.
Who Uses DataRef
- Dealers — price inventory correctly and find buying opportunities.
- Auctioneers — set expectations and justify results with data.
- Appraisers — strengthen reports with verifiable evidence.
Why It’s Different
DataRef isn’t a generic database. It’s built by industry professionals who understand how machinery is bought, sold, and valued. Every record is curated, categorized, and searchable by make, model, and category giving you a single trusted source for the information that matters most.