Salvage Title New Malibu. Does This Look Legit?
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My guess would be water or flood damage.
Why would they EVER salvage a vehicle with no damage?
Why would they EVER salvage a vehicle with no damage?
^^^That's what I'm wondering.
If you ever want to sell the car who would want it with a salvage title?
I rather spend 16K on a used vehicle that I got from an older person that took care of it.
I rather spend 16K on a used vehicle that I got from an older person that took care of it.
Dunno? In the pictures, they show it running (tach) and the gauges working as well as the in dash display.
From the e-bay link:
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THIS VEHICLE ORIGINATED FROM A NATIONAL DISASTER REGION HOWEVER NEVER SUSTAINED ANY TYPE OF DAMAGES
THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT WANT THESE VEHICLES BEING SOLD IN THE STORM REGION OR ITS VICINITIES.
THE VEHICLES WERE WHOLESALED TO US, AN INDEPENDENT WHOLESALE NON FRANCHISE DEALERSHIP, AND ALLOWS US TO PASS THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY ON TO YOU
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AGAIN, THESE ARE ALL BRAND NEW FLAWLESS VEHICLES WITHOUT ANY PRIOR OR EXISTING DAMAGES.
THE VEHICLES ARE STILL WRAPPED IN THE FACTORY PLASTIC WHEN THEY ARRIVE AT OUR FACILITY
BECAUSE OF THE DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION AND IN ORDER TO PRICE PROTECT FRANCHISE DEALERSHIPS, THEY WILL BE DELIVERED WITH A SALVAGE TITLE
MANY STATES MAY REQUIRE YOU TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED PRIOR TO REGISTERING
OF COURSE IT WILL PASS ANY INSPECTION EFFORTLESSLY, IT'S A BRAND NEW VEHICLE!
From the e-bay link:
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THIS VEHICLE ORIGINATED FROM A NATIONAL DISASTER REGION HOWEVER NEVER SUSTAINED ANY TYPE OF DAMAGES
THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT WANT THESE VEHICLES BEING SOLD IN THE STORM REGION OR ITS VICINITIES.
THE VEHICLES WERE WHOLESALED TO US, AN INDEPENDENT WHOLESALE NON FRANCHISE DEALERSHIP, AND ALLOWS US TO PASS THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY ON TO YOU
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AGAIN, THESE ARE ALL BRAND NEW FLAWLESS VEHICLES WITHOUT ANY PRIOR OR EXISTING DAMAGES.
THE VEHICLES ARE STILL WRAPPED IN THE FACTORY PLASTIC WHEN THEY ARRIVE AT OUR FACILITY
BECAUSE OF THE DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION AND IN ORDER TO PRICE PROTECT FRANCHISE DEALERSHIPS, THEY WILL BE DELIVERED WITH A SALVAGE TITLE
MANY STATES MAY REQUIRE YOU TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED PRIOR TO REGISTERING
OF COURSE IT WILL PASS ANY INSPECTION EFFORTLESSLY, IT'S A BRAND NEW VEHICLE!
Run a carfax on it, the vin is in the description.
Seller has good reviews and has sold several salvage vehicles. Too much roll of the dice for me. Problems might not show up until later.
Originally Posted By: georgemiller
If you ever want to sell the car who would want it with a salvage title?
I rather spend 16K on a used vehicle that I got from an older person that took care of it.
Would you let that dissuade you from buying a vehicle? If this car is as they claim it to be, then you'd rather pass it over for a potentially much higher priced one, just so you can get a better resale on it? That doesn't add up.
If you ever want to sell the car who would want it with a salvage title?
I rather spend 16K on a used vehicle that I got from an older person that took care of it.
Would you let that dissuade you from buying a vehicle? If this car is as they claim it to be, then you'd rather pass it over for a potentially much higher priced one, just so you can get a better resale on it? That doesn't add up.
Originally Posted By: The_Eric
Originally Posted By: georgemiller
If you ever want to sell the car who would want it with a salvage title?
I rather spend 16K on a used vehicle that I got from an older person that took care of it.
Would you let that dissuade you from buying a vehicle? If this car is as they claim it to be, then you'd rather pass it over for a potentially much higher priced one, just so you can get a better resale on it? That doesn't add up.
I wouldn't buy a salvage vehicle. There is no free lunch in this world "If this car is as they claim to be" Why would I ever believe a used car dealer on EBAY to accurately describe the vehicle.
Originally Posted By: georgemiller
If you ever want to sell the car who would want it with a salvage title?
I rather spend 16K on a used vehicle that I got from an older person that took care of it.
Would you let that dissuade you from buying a vehicle? If this car is as they claim it to be, then you'd rather pass it over for a potentially much higher priced one, just so you can get a better resale on it? That doesn't add up.
I wouldn't buy a salvage vehicle. There is no free lunch in this world "If this car is as they claim to be" Why would I ever believe a used car dealer on EBAY to accurately describe the vehicle.
I would like to see pictures under the car.
But what may have happened was there was a flood but they do not know which cars got hit the worst so the insurance company just salvaged the yard instead of spending money going over all the cars.
Could be a good deal but have to see in person and lift it up and check several low electrical connections to see myself.
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Just checked the VIN and it was salvaged for flood. So should be easy to tell in person how bad it is if it was hit at all.
Date of loss: 2014-08-11
Cause of loss: Flood
Free Check site...
https://www.nicb.org/theft_and_fraud_awareness/vincheck
But what may have happened was there was a flood but they do not know which cars got hit the worst so the insurance company just salvaged the yard instead of spending money going over all the cars.
Could be a good deal but have to see in person and lift it up and check several low electrical connections to see myself.
EDIT
Just checked the VIN and it was salvaged for flood. So should be easy to tell in person how bad it is if it was hit at all.
Date of loss: 2014-08-11
Cause of loss: Flood
Free Check site...
https://www.nicb.org/theft_and_fraud_awareness/vincheck
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Its a gamble for $16k. Not easy to get rid of if a sour apple.
f I had $24k budgeted CASH for a car I would consider this. On the off chance something was bad with the vehicle you have $8k(engine replacement or transmission etc) to bring it back up to par. Only 3-10% of ANY makers cars are nightmares. The issue with this one is no one has driven it enough to find out.
f I had $24k budgeted CASH for a car I would consider this. On the off chance something was bad with the vehicle you have $8k(engine replacement or transmission etc) to bring it back up to par. Only 3-10% of ANY makers cars are nightmares. The issue with this one is no one has driven it enough to find out.
It is very possible that this car was in GM's or a dealers inventory when flooded.
I've seen motors (MIC) total everything on a lot in this sort of situation, as little sense as it makes. It may well have more damage from the trip to its final resting place than the event. You'd be amazed at what they do to cars at salvage auctions...
A very long time ago a family member bought a Ford van which was being shipped to Puerto Rico when the ship was caught in a storm and covered in salt spray. Ford did basically the same thing and sold them all at auction without warranty. It had a tag riveted in the door jamb that said no warranty.
If this car is branded "flood salvage" that could be an issue in some states, I would check it out pretty thoroughly what it is going to take to title it.
I would be reluctant to buy it sight unseen. It could be a great deal if you intend to keep it for the long term, but obviously there is a significant risk to it.
I've seen motors (MIC) total everything on a lot in this sort of situation, as little sense as it makes. It may well have more damage from the trip to its final resting place than the event. You'd be amazed at what they do to cars at salvage auctions...
A very long time ago a family member bought a Ford van which was being shipped to Puerto Rico when the ship was caught in a storm and covered in salt spray. Ford did basically the same thing and sold them all at auction without warranty. It had a tag riveted in the door jamb that said no warranty.
If this car is branded "flood salvage" that could be an issue in some states, I would check it out pretty thoroughly what it is going to take to title it.
I would be reluctant to buy it sight unseen. It could be a great deal if you intend to keep it for the long term, but obviously there is a significant risk to it.
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I know that a year or so ago we has some crazy flooding here in the panhandle. I know that a Chevy dealer had his lot hit pretty hard (among other lots) and they were selling the cars off for cheap. Wonder if one made it down to South Fl.
Local dealer link
Here's a local dealer ad. 4K savings for the salvage title. It would be tempting for a local buyer, but I wouldn't want to have the extra expense of a train ticket or airfare to go there.
Here's a local dealer ad. 4K savings for the salvage title. It would be tempting for a local buyer, but I wouldn't want to have the extra expense of a train ticket or airfare to go there.
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Consumer Reports bought some cars with "salvage" title, and then took them apart.
What they found was shocking.
Cars cut in half, then welded to another half car...
Cars that had the roof cut off, (fire department rescue), then the roof and "A" pillars were replaced.
Terrible weld jobs...
Water infiltration under carpets, into electrical, everywhere. Rampant rust/corrosion starting after only a short time...
Do not walk away, run, as fast as you can...
What they found was shocking.
Cars cut in half, then welded to another half car...
Cars that had the roof cut off, (fire department rescue), then the roof and "A" pillars were replaced.
Terrible weld jobs...
Water infiltration under carpets, into electrical, everywhere. Rampant rust/corrosion starting after only a short time...
Do not walk away, run, as fast as you can...
If you're serious, agree with others saying no way should you consider it without an in person thorough inspection. Even then salvage title means resale value will be very limited if that's a consideration. Roll of the dice, just somewhat less with an inspection, which your state may require anyway.
Found what looks to be a related but non ebay advertisement. Shows some other Chevys with a similar background description.
http://www.floridaauctiondirect.com/inventory.aspx?mk=Chevrolet
Found what looks to be a related but non ebay advertisement. Shows some other Chevys with a similar background description.
http://www.floridaauctiondirect.com/inventory.aspx?mk=Chevrolet
The car is probably fine, but how much is a warranty worth? What can you really buy a new one for after rebates & incentives? Maybe $22k w a full warranty. If you're going to keep it and wear it out, it might be a deal. Resale loss is probably not that much after 5-6 years when it would be out of warranty anyway. You need to inspect before buying though IMO.
The problem with salvage titles is that most states restrict the titles to only contain the word "Salvage" and not include what the damage actually was. Most of us would agree that buying a car that was salvaged because of flood damage was a risky bet, conversely many of us would buy a car that was salvage titled because of hail damage.
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