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Is it bad idea to buy a car that has salvaged title?

http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/cto/2527731786.h...

This is the car that I'm looking at. What kind of questions should I ask about this car? I think it's a nice looking car with low mileage and meets the budget..

Bonus Question:

What are your advice for car-searching that is already used and isn't any older than 2000 model? What kind of cars should I look for? Thanks in advance.

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  • 10 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    Call the owner and ask him why it has a salvage title ( it could of just been stolen instead of crashed which is good news), and ask him if the car has any frame damage ( 90% of the time if it has frame damage you should just walk away).

    Finally get the car thoroughly inspected, and make sure you get 30-50% off the price listed on kelley blue book for the car.

    Source(s): I'm also trying to buy a car, and have only 4k to work with
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    Lv 6
    10 years ago

    Have it completely check out by an auto mechanic even if you have to pay for it. It is better than buying a car with no knowledge of any of the damage that was poorly fixed or not fixed.

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