Salvage Title.....stay away??
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Salvage Title.....stay away??
I found a very very nice truck but I ran the carfax and it had been totalled and had a salvage title. I'm leaning towards staying away from it even though I fell in love with it when I saw the picture of it. Do you guys agree??
I don't think salvage titles are that bad.. except the car is a lot cheaper 
usually there are no problems with them, at least i never had a bad experience yet, my moms 99 subaru impreza outback has a salvage title, no problems except minor stuff inside, some small pieces missing, havent found another car in junk yard yet tho..
Also my 2000 hyundai accent has a salvage title.. paid 2grand for it with 25k miles on it, now if thats not a good deal then i dont know what is.. i drove it to 50k miles and gave it to my brother, still running strong.
Now i got my 240sx, for 3100, it has a salvage title due to hail, again.. ill fix the hail damage and i got a good deal on the car, now i can get a CF hood and put the rest of the money into upgrades that i would have paid for the car.
just check that the frame is not bent etc.. thats really the only thing to look out for, or massive engine problems
good luck with the truck though
Max
usually there are no problems with them, at least i never had a bad experience yet, my moms 99 subaru impreza outback has a salvage title, no problems except minor stuff inside, some small pieces missing, havent found another car in junk yard yet tho..
Also my 2000 hyundai accent has a salvage title.. paid 2grand for it with 25k miles on it, now if thats not a good deal then i dont know what is.. i drove it to 50k miles and gave it to my brother, still running strong.
Now i got my 240sx, for 3100, it has a salvage title due to hail, again.. ill fix the hail damage and i got a good deal on the car, now i can get a CF hood and put the rest of the money into upgrades that i would have paid for the car.
just check that the frame is not bent etc.. thats really the only thing to look out for, or massive engine problems
good luck with the truck though
Max
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ALERT! Severe problems (major accidents, fire, flood damage, major odometerproblems or lemon history) were reported by a Department of Motor Vehicles(DMV) for this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693). This vehicle does NOTqualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.
CARFAX Talking CarTMThe story of this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) according to ourinterpretation of the information reported to CARFAX: This pickup truck has had 2 owners and was owned in Virginia andMassachusetts. The first title for this pickup truck was reported to CARFAXby a Virginia DMV in 1996. Its owner disclosed to a Massachusetts DMV or other CARFAX source that thevehicle was damaged. It was sold at a salvage auction in Virginia. Mostvehicles sold at these auctions have sustained significant damage but thereare some exceptions. It was severely damaged and issued a Salvage title by a Virginia DMV. Itwas later issued a Rebuilt title by a Massachusetts DMV, which allows forthe vehicle to be repaired and returned to the road. It has a consistent mileage history with no indication of an odometerrollback. The last odometer reading, reported on 09/02/1998, was 4,200miles. It was not reported to a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON). Go to the Detailed Vehicle History for the complete history and a glossaryof terms.
Report Summary1. ACCIDENT CHECK
Total Loss Check Severe Accident or Total Loss Event Reported to DMV Other Accident Indicators Accident Indicator Reported2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK
Truth-In-Mileage Check No Odometer Problems Reported to DMV Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found3. LEMON CHECK® No Mfr. Buyback Reported to DMV4. OWNERSHIP CHECK
Number of Owners 2 Estimated Owner(s) Type of Owners Checked 8 Types of Vehicle Registrations5. RECALL CHECK TOYOTA Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX6. WARRANTY CHECK No Data Reported to CARFAXDETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 11 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED Tell us what you know about this vehicle
Year/Make/Model: 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA
Body Style: PICKUPEngine: 2.7L L4 EFI DOHCFuel: GASOLINEDriveline: 4 WHEEL DRIVEManufactured in: UNITED STATESSafety Equipment: 4 Wheel ABS Optional, Driver front air bag/passenger sideactive (manual) belt
Standard Equipment: Power Windows Optional, Power Steering Optional, AirConditioning Optional, Power Brakes, Tilt Wheel Optional
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Total Loss Check:
ALERT! Severe damage events were reported by a DMV for this 1996 TOYOTATACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693). This vehicle does NOT qualify for the CARFAXBuyback Guarantee.
Salvage Title Reported No Loss Due To Fire Title Reported No Junk Title Reported No Flood Damage Title Reported Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Reported No Hail Damage Title Reported No Dismantled Title Reported No Canadian Total Loss Record Reported
Other Accident Indicators:
This 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) had accident indicatorsreported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidentsand/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not allaccidents are reported to CARFAX. A vehicle inspection completed by yourdealer or professional mechanic is recommended.
Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported No Police Accident Record Reported Damage Disclosure Record Reported
CARFAX depends on public and private sources for its accident data. Eachone of these sources has different processing times. CARFAX can only reportwhat is in our database on 25.Jul.2004 19:34:01. New data will result in achange to this report. Not all accidents are reported to the Police. Tell us if you know of otherfender benders, accidents or damage.
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Truth-In-Mileage Check:
None of the following major odometer problems were ever reported by a DMVunder the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA(4TAPM62N6TZ162693).
Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileagefraud or a broken odometer. Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner disclosesan odometer rollover.
Odometer Rollback Check:
CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA(4TAPM62N6TZ162693). Rollbacks reported in this section originate fromreadings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.
Mileage Consistency Check:
CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history ofthis 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693).
Date: Mileage:06/17/1996 1712/17/1996 3,25209/02/1998 4,200
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No manufacturer buyback was ever reported by a DMV for this 1996 TOYOTATACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693).
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Ownership History:
CARFAX estimates that this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) had 2owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supportingevents to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with theU.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names oraddresses.
Estimated Owners: Date: Location:1st owner 06/17/1996 Virginia2nd owner 09/11/1998 Massachusetts
CARFAX AdvisorTMThe cost of ownership varies by vehicle. Go to Edmunds.com to check therecommended service schedule and estimated costs for this vehicle.
Types of Owners:
This 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) was checked for 8 types ofregistrations.
Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported No Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards RecordReported
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TOYOTA does not report recall information for specific vehicles to CARFAX.Go to the CARFAX SAFETY & RELIABILITY REPORT for recalls issued by theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration for the 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA.You can also contact an authorized dealership or TOYOTA at 1-800-331-4331 tofind out if this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) still has recallsthat require repair.
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CARFAX cannot calculate the remaining coverage for this 1996 TOYOTATACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) because no original manufacturer warrantyinformation was reported to CARFAX by its source.
Estimated start date of warranty: 06/01/1996Last reading reported on 09/02/1998: 4,200 milesToday's Date: July 25, 2004
Type of Coverage: Original Warranty:Basic No data reported to CARFAXDrivetrain No data reported to CARFAXEmissions No data reported to CARFAXCorrosion No data reported to CARFAXTransferable No data reported to CARFAXRoadside Assistance No data reported to CARFAXSafety Belt & Inflatable Restraint No data reported to CARFAXSpecific Components No data reported to CARFAX
CARFAX Warranty Check provides an estimate of this vehicle's remainingwarranty coverage. It does not take into account some vehicle historyevents. For example, major accidents resulting in Salvage or Junk titlesthat may void the original manufacturer warranty or ownership transfers thatmay decrease warranty coverage. Complete warranty coverage information isavailable for this vehicle at the TOYOTA web site.
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CARFAX searched more than 3 billion records from over 5,300 sources andfound 11 record(s) for this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693).
Date: Mileage Reading: Source: General Comments:
04/08/1996 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to originaldealer
06/01/1996 VirginiaMotor Vehicle Dept.Dayton, VA Registered aspersonal vehicle
06/17/1996 17 VirginiaMotor Vehicle Dept.Dayton, VA Title or registration issuedFirst owner reported
12/17/1996 3,252 Salvage AuctionVirginiaTitle #65638115 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDSold at salvage auction
08/31/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept. Damage Disclosure reported
09/02/1998 4,200 Inspection Co.Massachusetts Vehicle Inspected
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Easthampton, MATitle #AR970538 New owner reportedSALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUEDLoan or lien reported
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Easthampton, MATitle #AR970538 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUEDLoan or lien reported
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Southampton, MATitle #AR970538 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUEDLoan or lien reported
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Westfield, MATitle #AR970538 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUEDLoan or lien reported
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Westfield, MATitle #AR970538 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUED
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Detailed Vehicle History Definitions:
Damage DisclosureThe title issued when the seller indicates that the vehicle has sustaineddamage as a result of one or more incidents. The amount of damage varies bystate.
First OwnerWhen the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehiclesas proof of ownership.
New Owner ReportedWhen a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to thenew owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.
Personal UseVehicle was registered by the owner for private or personal use.
Rebuilt/Reconstructed TitleA Rebuilt/Reconstructed vehicle is a salvage vehicle that has been repairedand restored to operation. These vehicles are often severely damaged beforethey are rebuilt and refurbished parts are typically used duringreconstruction. In most states, an inspection of the vehicle is requiredbefore the vehicle is allowed to return to the road.
Salvage Auction RecordMost vehicles sold at Salvage auctions were declared totaled by insurancecompanies. Most of these vehicles have sustained significant damage butthere are some exceptions. For instance, recovered stolen vehicles are oftendeclared a total loss regardless of the actual damage. Rebuilders andRecyclers purchase these vehicles at auction with intentions to rebuild themor dismantle them for parts.
Salvage TitleA Salvage Title is issued on a vehicle damaged to the extent that the costof repairing the vehicle for safe operation exceeds its fair market value;or a vehicle that has been declared a Total Loss by an insurer or otherstate or jurisdiction. Some states treat Junk titles the same as Salvage butthe majority use this title to indicate that a vehicle is not road worthyand cannot be titled again in that state. The following ten States also useSalvage titles to identify stolen vehicles - AZ, FL, GA, IL, MN, NJ, NM, NY,OK and OR.
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CARFAX Talking CarTMThe story of this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) according to ourinterpretation of the information reported to CARFAX: This pickup truck has had 2 owners and was owned in Virginia andMassachusetts. The first title for this pickup truck was reported to CARFAXby a Virginia DMV in 1996. Its owner disclosed to a Massachusetts DMV or other CARFAX source that thevehicle was damaged. It was sold at a salvage auction in Virginia. Mostvehicles sold at these auctions have sustained significant damage but thereare some exceptions. It was severely damaged and issued a Salvage title by a Virginia DMV. Itwas later issued a Rebuilt title by a Massachusetts DMV, which allows forthe vehicle to be repaired and returned to the road. It has a consistent mileage history with no indication of an odometerrollback. The last odometer reading, reported on 09/02/1998, was 4,200miles. It was not reported to a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON). Go to the Detailed Vehicle History for the complete history and a glossaryof terms.
Report Summary1. ACCIDENT CHECK
Total Loss Check Severe Accident or Total Loss Event Reported to DMV Other Accident Indicators Accident Indicator Reported2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK
Truth-In-Mileage Check No Odometer Problems Reported to DMV Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found3. LEMON CHECK® No Mfr. Buyback Reported to DMV4. OWNERSHIP CHECK
Number of Owners 2 Estimated Owner(s) Type of Owners Checked 8 Types of Vehicle Registrations5. RECALL CHECK TOYOTA Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX6. WARRANTY CHECK No Data Reported to CARFAXDETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 11 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED Tell us what you know about this vehicle
Year/Make/Model: 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA
Body Style: PICKUPEngine: 2.7L L4 EFI DOHCFuel: GASOLINEDriveline: 4 WHEEL DRIVEManufactured in: UNITED STATESSafety Equipment: 4 Wheel ABS Optional, Driver front air bag/passenger sideactive (manual) belt
Standard Equipment: Power Windows Optional, Power Steering Optional, AirConditioning Optional, Power Brakes, Tilt Wheel Optional
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Total Loss Check:
ALERT! Severe damage events were reported by a DMV for this 1996 TOYOTATACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693). This vehicle does NOT qualify for the CARFAXBuyback Guarantee.
Salvage Title Reported No Loss Due To Fire Title Reported No Junk Title Reported No Flood Damage Title Reported Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Reported No Hail Damage Title Reported No Dismantled Title Reported No Canadian Total Loss Record Reported
Other Accident Indicators:
This 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) had accident indicatorsreported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidentsand/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not allaccidents are reported to CARFAX. A vehicle inspection completed by yourdealer or professional mechanic is recommended.
Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported No Police Accident Record Reported Damage Disclosure Record Reported
CARFAX depends on public and private sources for its accident data. Eachone of these sources has different processing times. CARFAX can only reportwhat is in our database on 25.Jul.2004 19:34:01. New data will result in achange to this report. Not all accidents are reported to the Police. Tell us if you know of otherfender benders, accidents or damage.
Accident Check FAQs:Accident FAQs | Glossary | CARFAX Help Center
Truth-In-Mileage Check:
None of the following major odometer problems were ever reported by a DMVunder the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA(4TAPM62N6TZ162693).
Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileagefraud or a broken odometer. Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner disclosesan odometer rollover.
Odometer Rollback Check:
CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA(4TAPM62N6TZ162693). Rollbacks reported in this section originate fromreadings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.
Mileage Consistency Check:
CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history ofthis 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693).
Date: Mileage:06/17/1996 1712/17/1996 3,25209/02/1998 4,200
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No manufacturer buyback was ever reported by a DMV for this 1996 TOYOTATACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693).
Lemon Check FAQs:Lemon Check FAQs | Glossary | CARFAX Help Center
Ownership History:
CARFAX estimates that this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) had 2owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supportingevents to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with theU.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names oraddresses.
Estimated Owners: Date: Location:1st owner 06/17/1996 Virginia2nd owner 09/11/1998 Massachusetts
CARFAX AdvisorTMThe cost of ownership varies by vehicle. Go to Edmunds.com to check therecommended service schedule and estimated costs for this vehicle.
Types of Owners:
This 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) was checked for 8 types ofregistrations.
Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported No Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards RecordReported
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TOYOTA does not report recall information for specific vehicles to CARFAX.Go to the CARFAX SAFETY & RELIABILITY REPORT for recalls issued by theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration for the 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA.You can also contact an authorized dealership or TOYOTA at 1-800-331-4331 tofind out if this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) still has recallsthat require repair.
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CARFAX cannot calculate the remaining coverage for this 1996 TOYOTATACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693) because no original manufacturer warrantyinformation was reported to CARFAX by its source.
Estimated start date of warranty: 06/01/1996Last reading reported on 09/02/1998: 4,200 milesToday's Date: July 25, 2004
Type of Coverage: Original Warranty:Basic No data reported to CARFAXDrivetrain No data reported to CARFAXEmissions No data reported to CARFAXCorrosion No data reported to CARFAXTransferable No data reported to CARFAXRoadside Assistance No data reported to CARFAXSafety Belt & Inflatable Restraint No data reported to CARFAXSpecific Components No data reported to CARFAX
CARFAX Warranty Check provides an estimate of this vehicle's remainingwarranty coverage. It does not take into account some vehicle historyevents. For example, major accidents resulting in Salvage or Junk titlesthat may void the original manufacturer warranty or ownership transfers thatmay decrease warranty coverage. Complete warranty coverage information isavailable for this vehicle at the TOYOTA web site.
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CARFAX searched more than 3 billion records from over 5,300 sources andfound 11 record(s) for this 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA (4TAPM62N6TZ162693).
Date: Mileage Reading: Source: General Comments:
04/08/1996 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to originaldealer
06/01/1996 VirginiaMotor Vehicle Dept.Dayton, VA Registered aspersonal vehicle
06/17/1996 17 VirginiaMotor Vehicle Dept.Dayton, VA Title or registration issuedFirst owner reported
12/17/1996 3,252 Salvage AuctionVirginiaTitle #65638115 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDSold at salvage auction
08/31/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept. Damage Disclosure reported
09/02/1998 4,200 Inspection Co.Massachusetts Vehicle Inspected
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Easthampton, MATitle #AR970538 New owner reportedSALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUEDLoan or lien reported
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Easthampton, MATitle #AR970538 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUEDLoan or lien reported
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Southampton, MATitle #AR970538 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUEDLoan or lien reported
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Westfield, MATitle #AR970538 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUEDLoan or lien reported
09/11/1998 MassachusettsMotor Vehicle Dept.Westfield, MATitle #AR970538 SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUEDRECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUEDREBUILT TITLE ISSUED
Tell us what you know about this vehicle
Detailed Vehicle History Definitions:
Damage DisclosureThe title issued when the seller indicates that the vehicle has sustaineddamage as a result of one or more incidents. The amount of damage varies bystate.
First OwnerWhen the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehiclesas proof of ownership.
New Owner ReportedWhen a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to thenew owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.
Personal UseVehicle was registered by the owner for private or personal use.
Rebuilt/Reconstructed TitleA Rebuilt/Reconstructed vehicle is a salvage vehicle that has been repairedand restored to operation. These vehicles are often severely damaged beforethey are rebuilt and refurbished parts are typically used duringreconstruction. In most states, an inspection of the vehicle is requiredbefore the vehicle is allowed to return to the road.
Salvage Auction RecordMost vehicles sold at Salvage auctions were declared totaled by insurancecompanies. Most of these vehicles have sustained significant damage butthere are some exceptions. For instance, recovered stolen vehicles are oftendeclared a total loss regardless of the actual damage. Rebuilders andRecyclers purchase these vehicles at auction with intentions to rebuild themor dismantle them for parts.
Salvage TitleA Salvage Title is issued on a vehicle damaged to the extent that the costof repairing the vehicle for safe operation exceeds its fair market value;or a vehicle that has been declared a Total Loss by an insurer or otherstate or jurisdiction. Some states treat Junk titles the same as Salvage butthe majority use this title to indicate that a vehicle is not road worthyand cannot be titled again in that state. The following ten States also useSalvage titles to identify stolen vehicles - AZ, FL, GA, IL, MN, NJ, NM, NY,OK and OR.
Detailed Vehicle History FAQs:
If you measure the distance from the edge of the tire to the left and right side of the fender, and then compare it to the distances on the other side of the car, it can give you a little bit more information about the frame's condition. That's what I see experts do at the auto auctions when they don't have the ability to do get advanced vehicle history reports..
Keep in mind that some insurance companies will not want to write physical damage coverage (comprehensive and collision) on a vehicle with a salvage title. Hell, they may refuse to write it all together.
If you get the car checked out and it looks OK, I'd still check with my insurance company/agent.
If you get the car checked out and it looks OK, I'd still check with my insurance company/agent.
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rouise, was it that same black, good looking truck u posted on a few days ago??? wow, good job on the guys who fixed it up...
but reading that carfax would make me steer clear of it as well.
seperate note: i had a fellow member run a carfax on a windstar my sis-in-law crashed & it didn't show up on the report. <Weird>
side note: u still have that connection to your carfax?
but reading that carfax would make me steer clear of it as well.
seperate note: i had a fellow member run a carfax on a windstar my sis-in-law crashed & it didn't show up on the report. <Weird>
side note: u still have that connection to your carfax?
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ricebike
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rouise, can u do me a quick favor & see if he can run this?
I just changed the oil/ps fluid... when i was under there, some fins of the al radiator core were gone! also, the oil pan bolt heads are rusted to heck on top of the rest of the engine bay looking corroded... will get a camera later to show u guys...
I wanna put my mind @ ease before I pour any more $ on this honda.
Thanx again, fellow NICOnauts!
http://www.nissaninfiniticlub....arfax
I just changed the oil/ps fluid... when i was under there, some fins of the al radiator core were gone! also, the oil pan bolt heads are rusted to heck on top of the rest of the engine bay looking corroded... will get a camera later to show u guys...
I wanna put my mind @ ease before I pour any more $ on this honda.
Thanx again, fellow NICOnauts!
http://www.nissaninfiniticlub....arfax