Buying a salvaged title Z

wanker · 06-10-2016, 02:39 PM

Don't be scared off by these ninnies. Salvaged cars can be very good deals, depending on the seller and the state.

I drove a salvaged car for 150,000 miles with no issues. Bought it from a legitimate salvage specialist who offered a warranty, and in CA salvage titled cars are required to be inspected by the CHP.

However, please appreciate that most auto lenders have restrictions for lending on cars will salvaged titles (usually 50% of non-salvaged value); and you probably wont be able to find a third party to warranty the car.

Do your homework and due diligence, and if the price is right go for it.

Ghostvette · 06-10-2016, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by wanker

Don't be scared off by these ninnies. Salvaged cars can be very good deals, depending on the seller and the state.

I drove a salvaged car for 150,000 miles with no issues. Bought it from a legitimate salvage specialist who offered a warranty, and in CA salvage titled cars are required to be inspected by the CHP.

However, please appreciate that most auto lenders have restrictions for lending on cars will salvaged titles (usually 50% of non-salvaged value); and you probably wont be able to find a third party to warranty the car.

Do your homework and due diligence, and if the price is right go for it.

Not to mention that most insurance companies will only offer liability insurance only. You won't be able to get collision or comprehensive coverage...

wanker · 06-10-2016, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Ghostvette

Not to mention that most insurance companies will only offer liability insurance only. You won't be able to get collision or comprehensive coverage...

In California you can get full coverage for salvaged cars.

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wanker Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: San Diego Posts: 443 Drives: 2011 370Z S/T A7 Rep Power: 2903	Don't be scared off by these ninnies. Salvaged cars can be very good deals, depending on the seller and the state. I drove a salvaged car for 150,000 miles with no issues. Bought it from a legitimate salvage specialist who offered a warranty, and in CA salvage titled cars are required to be inspected by the CHP. However, please appreciate that most auto lenders have restrictions for lending on cars will salvaged titles (usually 50% of non-salvaged value); and you probably wont be able to find a third party to warranty the car. Do your homework and due diligence, and if the price is right go for it.