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| Q:
What is a repairable? |
| A:
Repairables are insurance claim vehicles that have
been involved in a claim such a collision, flood,
fire, theft, etc. Insurance companies or state agencies
sell the damaged or, sometimes, undamaged vehicles
to repairables dealers who, in turn, sell them to
consumers for many thousands of dollars below the
retail price. |
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| With minimal (or sometimes no)
effort, these vehicles can be returned to operational
condition in a short period of time. Although some
repairables do require time and know-how to repair
to meet state safety requirements, consumers almost
always get a great value and cost savings by purchasing
repairables. |
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| Q:
Why should I buy a
repairable vehicle? |
| A: Repairables
are almost always bought at considerable discounts.
Even with the added cost of repairs, the price is
often thousands less than that of comparable new
or used vehicles. With today’s rising gas
prices and other economic pressures, an auto repairable
offers a sensible alternative for savvy consumers,
who can either fix it themselves or hire a professional
to provide the needed repairs. |
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| For “do-it-yourselfers,”
an auto repairable project can provide a rewarding
activity and sense of pride. For consumers concerned
with the environment, auto repairables are a great
way to recycle and reduce waste. |
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| Q:
How do I get my repairable
vehicle home? |
| A: Sellers often
help make arrangements to deliver the vehicle to
the buyer. In some cases, vehicles can actually
be driven home, depending on the amount of damage,
titling and safety regulations in the state of purchase
and travel. Be sure to operate all vehicles in accordance
with state regulations and laws at all times. Click
here for links to state-sponsored information. [link
to list of state links] |
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| Q:
How do I find parts or a reputable
dealer to help me fix it? |
| A: Finding great
delas on quality used auto parts is easy. You can
select from the many top-notch service providers
who are part of our Repairables Directory. [link
to Repairables Directory] They are the most friendly
and courteous service professionals in the business
and are here to assist you with the process of getting
your damaged vehicles back on the road at minimal
cost. |
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| Q:
What does a salvage title
mean? |
| A: A salvage
title is issued when a vehicle has been declared
a total loss (through a collision, flood, fire,
theft, etc.) by an insurance carrier. The salvage
title is necessary in order to dispose of or sell
the vehicle to a dealer. If a vehicle with a salvage
title is repaired and passes inspection, it can
be re-titled in most states for use on the road. |
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| Q:
What do
I need to do next? |
| A: Once the
vehicle is fixed, an authorized mechanic will need
to inspect the work and your state Department of
Motor Vehicles will need to certify it is road-worthy.
Each state has its own reconstruction procedures
so check with the DMV to be sure. [link to state
regulations.] If it passes, the vehicle will be
issued a “reconstructed” title for registration
and insurance purposes. |
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