During storms and floods, many vehicles that are submerged in the water get damaged substantially. In such situations, the cost of repair is too high for the owners. For example, when water seeps in and damages the interior of the vehicle, such damages are expensive to fix. Types of damage can vary on a case to case basis. When flooded cars or vehicles are beyond economical repair, those are given away to be salvaged. These are available on reputable websites for bidding at very low prices.
The possible reasons of damage are following:
- If a vehicle was drowned in the salt water and the level of water reached over the floor height, then the damage can be beyond repair;
- If the water got into the engine, there is a fair chance that the damage is done. In that case, you’ll usually see floating oil;
- Water got into the mechanical components, electrical parts, batteries, transmissions and fuel system.
After checking the condition of a vehicle as mentioned above, it is issued the ‘Salvage’ title. Though these flood damaged cars are not put back to the road immediately; they are declared good to go only after thorough inspection by a mechanic.
Before you bid for such vehicles, do extensive research on the website you want to register with. It will ensure that you avoid buying a car that has been ‘Title Washed’. Genuine websites provide detailed information including vehicle title, type of loss, and estimated repair cost. With such assurance, you can enjoy the experience of bidding and winning your dream vehicle!