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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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