Abstract: Methods, systems, and storage media for operating a real-time vehicle valuation platform are disclosed. Exemplary implementations may: capture an image of a vehicle identification number “VIN” of a vehicle; use the VIN to access original vehicle information of the vehicle; receive current condition information of the vehicle; create a vehicle profile including the VIN, original vehicle information, and current condition information; transmit the vehicle profile to a provisional auction platform; and receive at least one provisional bid for purchase of the vehicle.