Is it worth that?
03-21-2007, 12:17 AM
#11
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RE: Is it worth that?
ORIGINAL: saleen036
Hahaha ok i get the point that i shouldnt buy a salvage but if i did, What should i pay for this one???
Hahaha ok i get the point that i shouldnt buy a salvage but if i did, What should i pay for this one???
03-21-2007, 12:24 AM
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RE: Is it worth that?
The only thing that a salvage title means is that when the crash occured, the cost of the damages exceeded the total value of the car, it doesn't mean that the car was a balled up peice of metal before they fixed it. There's nothing wrong with a salvage car as long as the frame isn't twisted or bent and the body work was done correctly. That salvage title also means that the car has been inspected by the state patrol.
03-21-2007, 12:36 AM
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RE: Is it worth that?
ORIGINAL: 92hatchLX
The only thing that a salvage title means is that when the crash occured, the cost of the damages exceeded the total value of the car, it doesn't mean that the car was a balled up peice of metal before they fixed it. There's nothing wrong with a salvage car as long as the frame isn't twisted or bent and the body work was done correctly. That salvage title also means that the car has been inspected by the state patrol.
The only thing that a salvage title means is that when the crash occured, the cost of the damages exceeded the total value of the car, it doesn't mean that the car was a balled up peice of metal before they fixed it. There's nothing wrong with a salvage car as long as the frame isn't twisted or bent and the body work was done correctly. That salvage title also means that the car has been inspected by the state patrol.
03-21-2007, 12:40 AM
#16
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RE: Is it worth that?
ORIGINAL: jmat2407
Maybe so. But none the less is still GREATLY diminishes the retail value of the car. And the fact that the state patrol approved it doesn't meen very much. As long as it has been put back togeather and all lines on the car "appear" to be straight it really isn't that hard to get the car back on the streets. But the salvage title is besides the fact he still needs a new/rebuilt trans. That alone (couples with the bolt ons and 4.10s) strongly suggest that the current/previous owners beat hard on the car and probly abused it often. IMO I think it probly has wayy more problems that it would be worth at almost any price.
ORIGINAL: 92hatchLX
The only thing that a salvage title means is that when the crash occured, the cost of the damages exceeded the total value of the car, it doesn't mean that the car was a balled up peice of metal before they fixed it. There's nothing wrong with a salvage car as long as the frame isn't twisted or bent and the body work was done correctly. That salvage title also means that the car has been inspected by the state patrol.
The only thing that a salvage title means is that when the crash occured, the cost of the damages exceeded the total value of the car, it doesn't mean that the car was a balled up peice of metal before they fixed it. There's nothing wrong with a salvage car as long as the frame isn't twisted or bent and the body work was done correctly. That salvage title also means that the car has been inspected by the state patrol.
03-21-2007, 12:58 AM
#19
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RE: Is it worth that?
it is always a gamble when u buy a salvage car(or even used) so no one can really tell u without really seeing the car and making their own gut decision
sorry but that is what it comes down to, offer a mechanic u know $20 or something to come down and take a look at it with u
sorry but that is what it comes down to, offer a mechanic u know $20 or something to come down and take a look at it with u
03-21-2007, 01:16 AM
#20
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RE: Is it worth that?
the frame might have been bent in an accident and that can never be fix backed to normal....you will have handling problems and uneven tire wear really bad....and water flood garauntees life long rust and major component failure........I would pay $1400 for it if it didn't need a new tranny? Take your time and do more research and be patient.....save up a little bit more $$$ so you can get a safe clear-titled Stang......