
9. Here’s How To Spot A Flooded Car Before Wasting Your Money.
Vigilance is key in every aspect of purchasing a vehicle. Paying attention to the front end before you sign the paperwork can prevent problems on the back end after you already have the car in your possession and are responsible for payments. A flooded car is given a new “salvage” title. However, the marking that indicates this can be very plain or even obscure. Why? Because some states require a letter or number code.
What should you do before you sign the paperwork for your new car? Call your insurance company to ensure the car can be added to your policy. The insurer will identify very quickly if the vehicle has been flooded and will say so. After all, the insurance company wants to keep its costs down and may do so by refusing to insure a salvaged car.