Buying A - Total Loss Car

: If you plan to drive the car until it dies, the lower purchase price can be a steal.

: Never buy a salvage car without a mechanic's review. They can spot "hidden damage" that might surface months later. buying a total loss car

: Ensure the title is marked as "prior salvage" or "rebuilt." Beware of sellers trying to "wash" titles to make them look clean. Perspectives from the Community : If you plan to drive the car

“Buying a total loss car with a clean title can lead to significant financial and safety risks... I bought a car with a clean title, but it had been in a flood. The engine was damaged, and I had to replace it.” Facebook · Banana for Scale · 3 months ago : Ensure the title is marked as "prior salvage" or "rebuilt

“The day I got it ready to sell, I got rear-ended. The insurance company said my car had actually been totaled twice before... I got $5500 for that car after the wreck instead of 4 grand!” Facebook · Ford 7.3L Powerstroke Owners · 11 months ago