[Maxwell]

Hi everyone,

I'm currently in the market for a used car and I came across a 2013 VOLVO S60. The car has an engine of 5-Cyl. 2.5L and a salvage title status, which means it has been previously damaged and repaired. The seller is asking for $6,900, which seems like a good deal to me, but I'm a bit hesitant about the salvage title.

I was wondering if anyone here has any experience with buying a car with a salvage title? Is it worth the risk or should I avoid it altogether? I've heard that insurance can be more expensive for a car with a salvage title and that it may be difficult to resell in the future.

On the other hand, the low price of the car is definitely a draw for me, and I've heard that salvaged cars can be just as reliable as those with a clean title if they were properly repaired.

I'd love to hear from anyone who has experience with salvaged cars, or anyone who has any thoughts on whether or not this is a good deal. Any advice or insights would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

 

[S60S80]

It's a real roll of the dice when buying a salvaged car. If you're buying it from the person who rebuilt the car, then ask for a complete set records (including receipts) covering what was repaired/replaced. Often, they have to show this info so the car can pass inspection to get a rebuilt title. Take this info and have the car inspected by a mechanic. If there's no records, then I'd pass because there are too many unknowns. You're just one major repair away from this not being a good deal.