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Would you buy a salvage title car? (archive)
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Posted by Torn on June 07, 2001 at 03:27:00:

Would you buy a fairly nice car which had a salvage title?
I am torn on the decision as the car fulfills certain attributes I have been looking for, for a while.

The car does not exhibit any nasty rust, drives straight, and appears to have been properly repaired according to an appraisal by an experienced CS mechanic.

What are the implications for insurance?
Obviously, resale value is lowered, but by how much? Some guides say 35%, some say no less than 50%

Do I need to have a body shop experienced in frame straightening assess it as well?
Should I just avoid the car?
Anybody out there have an experience buying a salvaged vehicle?



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