Who knows about Salvage Titles (getting it changed to Rebuilt, erased, etc...)?
03-14-2007, 01:19 AM
#1
Who knows about Salvage Titles (getting it changed to Rebuilt, erased, etc...)? There's a great deal on a 1998 Mercedes SLK Kompressor hardtop convertible that I am thinking about picking up for the wife...
It has a salvage title because the car was stolen, and recovered, in New York... New York is a state that automatically converts cars to a salvage title when they are stolen.
I've seen the report, nothing was wrong with the car when it was recovered other than a cracked windshield (which I got an estimate to fix for $300). Had the car checked out at a Mercedes dealership and it's in great shape.
Basically, it's a great car for half the price due to the title... I can insure a salvage title but NOT FULL COVERAGE. If I get it inspected and converted to a REBUILT title I can get full coverage...
Does anyone know how to go about doing this? How much would it cost? I REALLY wish there was some way to get the Salvage title reversed since it was just a dumb state law that tagged it as such... Anyone? Thanks!
It has a salvage title because the car was stolen, and recovered, in New York... New York is a state that automatically converts cars to a salvage title when they are stolen.
I've seen the report, nothing was wrong with the car when it was recovered other than a cracked windshield (which I got an estimate to fix for $300). Had the car checked out at a Mercedes dealership and it's in great shape.
Basically, it's a great car for half the price due to the title... I can insure a salvage title but NOT FULL COVERAGE. If I get it inspected and converted to a REBUILT title I can get full coverage...
Does anyone know how to go about doing this? How much would it cost? I REALLY wish there was some way to get the Salvage title reversed since it was just a dumb state law that tagged it as such... Anyone? Thanks!
03-14-2007, 01:55 AM
#3
Originally Posted by toofazt
You can't get a salvaged title "reversed" or changed.
Just trying to add up all the costs before I buy the car...
Right now we're looking at:
Tax/Tag/Registration (Varies)
Windshield ($300)
Title Conversion/Inspection (I have no clue)
03-14-2007, 03:00 AM
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I have a Salvage Title on my WS.6 that I need to go to the DMV tomorrow and hand in all the paperwork for. I know I have to do the damn brake light test but what about smog?....Do I need to re-smog the car? I'm supposed to do it in August anyways!
Oh,..and I'd like to find out about that rebuild title thing aswell!
Oh,..and I'd like to find out about that rebuild title thing aswell!
03-14-2007, 12:40 PM
#6
Before you even think about buying a salvage vehicle from New York, contact your state DMV/MVA and find out if they will take a "salvage certificate" from the state of NY. Most states DO NOT! Ask me how I know.
If by chance they do, you should be able to go to your state's DMV/MVA website and see what is needed to get a clean title. Typically it's a State Police inspection (to make sure the car's not stolen, and that you have the parts that contain at least three of the original VIN numbers).
If your state does not accept a "New York Salvage Certificate" then you have to make the necessary repairs to bring the car back to roadworthy, take the car (towing only, you are not allowed to drive it) back to NY and go through their state inspection which will get you a title. You have to fill out a bunch of NY forms, send them about $300 and wait for them to tell you when your appt. is scheduled.
I bought two salvage vehicles from NY off ebay. Rather than go through the NY process I just had a shop place a lien against both vehicles and obtained new titles through the lien process. I would not suggest this as the best method as it also cost not only what the lien company charges, but then you have to pay the state taxes to obtain the title -- it was $900+ for one vehicle and $1,200+ for the other.
Good luck and hope your state accepts a NY salvage title.
If by chance they do, you should be able to go to your state's DMV/MVA website and see what is needed to get a clean title. Typically it's a State Police inspection (to make sure the car's not stolen, and that you have the parts that contain at least three of the original VIN numbers).
If your state does not accept a "New York Salvage Certificate" then you have to make the necessary repairs to bring the car back to roadworthy, take the car (towing only, you are not allowed to drive it) back to NY and go through their state inspection which will get you a title. You have to fill out a bunch of NY forms, send them about $300 and wait for them to tell you when your appt. is scheduled.
I bought two salvage vehicles from NY off ebay. Rather than go through the NY process I just had a shop place a lien against both vehicles and obtained new titles through the lien process. I would not suggest this as the best method as it also cost not only what the lien company charges, but then you have to pay the state taxes to obtain the title -- it was $900+ for one vehicle and $1,200+ for the other.
Good luck and hope your state accepts a NY salvage title.
03-14-2007, 03:05 PM
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I'm assuming you're in Cali? California does accept salvage from New York. California will always call it a 'salvaged vehicle' no matter if you put it back on the road. i just did one last year. feel free to pm me if you have any questions.
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03-14-2007, 04:53 PM
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8tsixt and FordGirlGoneBad,
Yeah, the vehicle is already in Cali, been accepted by Cali and Carfax says was issued a Cali Salvage Title/Certificate (so I still am confused as to if it is titled)... So there's no worries of it coming from New York...
My main and only concern is being able to get it FULLY COVERED in insurance (it's for my wife and I don't want to skimp on her protection/car) and not have some ridiculously high rate because of a title...
DaGeneral, "other" sounds better than salvage
WS6 Rampage, please let me know how it all goes
Thanks for your input, keep it coming
!
Yeah, the vehicle is already in Cali, been accepted by Cali and Carfax says was issued a Cali Salvage Title/Certificate (so I still am confused as to if it is titled)... So there's no worries of it coming from New York...
My main and only concern is being able to get it FULLY COVERED in insurance (it's for my wife and I don't want to skimp on her protection/car) and not have some ridiculously high rate because of a title...
DaGeneral, "other" sounds better than salvage
WS6 Rampage, please let me know how it all goes
Thanks for your input, keep it coming
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03-14-2007, 08:48 PM
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Every car has a title, even if it's salvaged. So the car you would get would come with a salvaged title. I don't know about insurance, just call your insurance company and ask them.
03-14-2007, 09:30 PM
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Originally Posted by toofazt
Every car has a title, even if it's salvaged. So the car you would get would come with a salvaged title. I don't know about insurance, just call your insurance company and ask them.
I buy salvage cars/trucks, fix them and resell them. Most states do issue titles, but NY isn't one of them. I don't believe New Jersey is either.
And, to the original poster - your insurance company shouldn't care whether or not it was previously salvaged. If it's totalled at some later date it might become an issue, but more than likely not. Also, sometimes when you get a salvage vehicle retitled there's no indication of the salvage history at all. My 2000 T/A was a salvage car -- but the title seach done in Maryland came back clear, so now it has a completely clear title. I have a truck that came back with a salvage history and that's stamped on the title, so the next owner will know it was a salvage vehicle.
03-15-2007, 12:19 AM
#11
Originally Posted by FordGirlGoneBad
Sorry - not true. When a car is considered salvage in some states (NY being one of them) they are issued a "salvage certificate." This is not a title. The car can either be titled in your state (if your state reciprocates) or you have to return to the state the car was purchased in, go through their inspection process and then they'll issue a title for you to take to your state MVA.
I buy salvage cars/trucks, fix them and resell them. Most states do issue titles, but NY isn't one of them. I don't believe New Jersey is either.
And, to the original poster - your insurance company shouldn't care whether or not it was previously salvaged. If it's totalled at some later date it might become an issue, but more than likely not. Also, sometimes when you get a salvage vehicle retitled there's no indication of the salvage history at all. My 2000 T/A was a salvage car -- but the title seach done in Maryland came back clear, so now it has a completely clear title. I have a truck that came back with a salvage history and that's stamped on the title, so the next owner will know it was a salvage vehicle.
I buy salvage cars/trucks, fix them and resell them. Most states do issue titles, but NY isn't one of them. I don't believe New Jersey is either.
And, to the original poster - your insurance company shouldn't care whether or not it was previously salvaged. If it's totalled at some later date it might become an issue, but more than likely not. Also, sometimes when you get a salvage vehicle retitled there's no indication of the salvage history at all. My 2000 T/A was a salvage car -- but the title seach done in Maryland came back clear, so now it has a completely clear title. I have a truck that came back with a salvage history and that's stamped on the title, so the next owner will know it was a salvage vehicle.
03-15-2007, 12:25 AM
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Salvage can have full coverage insurance, I drive all salvage and I guarentee you all my **** is as nice as any clean title example. I build all theft cars. Not a damn thing wrong with salvage but understand salvage is salvage for life.
03-15-2007, 12:26 AM
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Originally Posted by transambandit
theres no issue with buying a salvaged car, the only problem you will have is that not a whole lot of banks will cover a loan on one.
Shouldn't take too long... It's 2002 Focus SE that is in MINT condition with 49,000 miles on it. Plus it has the Zetec
I even upgraded it with MSD coils, wires, Brisk plugs and a CAI
03-15-2007, 12:31 AM
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1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230
WDBKK47F9WF064899
ROADSTER
2.3L L4 PFI DOHC 16V / REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Standard Equipment | Safety Options
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The last reported odometer reading was 60,719
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The number of owners is estimated by CARFAX Owners 1-2 Owner 3 Owner 4
Year purchased 1998 1999 2002
Type of owner Personal --- ---
Estimated length of ownership 10 months 3 yrs. 9 mo. 4 yrs. 2 mo.
Owned in the following states/provinces Connecticut New Jersey, New York California
Estimated miles driven per year --- 14,600/yr 1,825/yr
Last reported odometer reading 1,450 53,005 60,719
CARFAX guarantees the information in this section Owners 1-2 Owner 3 Owner 4
Salvage | Junk | Rebuilt No Problem Alert!
Problem Found Alert!
Problem Found
Fire/Flood | Hail Damage | Buyback/Lemon No Problem No Problem No Problem
Not Actual Mileage | Exceeds Mechanical Limits
No Problem No Problem No Problem
Alert! Severe problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This vehicle does not qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.
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Total Loss Check
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No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Frame Damage Check
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No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Airbag Deployment Check
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No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Odometer Rollback Check
No indication of an odometer rollback. No Issues Indicated
No Issues Indicated
No Issues Indicated
Accident Check
See State DMV-reported Title Problems above. No Issues Reported
Alert!
Problem Found
Alert!
Problem Found
Manufacturer Recall Check
No recalls still require repair. No Recalls Reported
No Recalls Reported
No Recalls Reported
Basic Warranty Check
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Warranty Active
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1999 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230
Body Style: Roadster
Engine Type: 2.3L L4 PFI DOHC 16V
Standard Equipment: Power Windows, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, AM / FM Cassette, Power Brakes, Tilt Wheel, 6-digit Odometer
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1999 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230 Listed 6 hours ago
Body Style: Roadster
Engine Type: 2.3L L4 PFI DOHC 16V
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Distance: 26.21 mi
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1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230 Listed 5 days ago
Body Style: Roadster
Engine Type: 2.3L L4 PFI DOHC 16V
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Distance: 4.68 mi
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A CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX. CARFAX checked over 4 billion vehicle history events and found 22 record(s) for this 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230 (WDBKK47F9WF064899).
Owner 1
Purchased: 1998
Type: Personal
Where: Connecticut
Est. miles/year: ---
Est. length owned: 4/23/98 - 7/21/98
(2 months)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
03/31/1998 Caliber Motors
Anaheim, CA
714-777-1900
www.calibermotors.com Vehicle sold
04/23/1998 Connecticut
Motor Vehicle Dept. First owner reported
Registered as
personal vehicle
Owner 2
Purchased: 1998
Where: Connecticut
Est. miles/year: ---
Est. length owned: 7/21/98 - 3/4/99
(7 months)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
07/21/1998 1,450 Connecticut
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Stamford, CT
Title #024170783 Title issued or updated
New owner reported
Owner 3
Purchased: 1999
Where: New Jersey, New York
Est. miles/year: 14,600/yr
Est. length owned: 3/4/99 - 12/29/02
(3 yrs. 9 mo.)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
03/04/1999 8,961 New Jersey
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Teterboro, NJ Title issued or updated
New owner reported
04/14/1999 9,542 New Jersey
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Cliffside Park, NJ Title issued or updated
04/17/1999 Inspection Co.
New Jersey Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection
05/29/2001 40,609 Inspection Co.
New Jersey Vehicle Inspected
08/08/2001 40,883 Inspection Co.
New Jersey Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection
08/24/2001 42,347 Inspection Co.
New Jersey Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection
12/04/2001 46,000 Inspection Co.
New York Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection
02/26/2002 New York
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Staten Island, NY Title issued or updated
Loan or lien reported
Registration updated when owner moved
the vehicle to a new location
03/05/2002 53,005 New York
New York City Area
Inspection Station Passed safety inspection
Passed emissions inspection
View what was inspected
05/28/2002 New York
Motor Vehicle Dept. Vehicle reported stolen
Please contact NICB to verify this
vehicle's stolen status
by calling 800-447-6282 x 2
or by completing the NICB web form
09/17/2002 New York
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Elmsford, NY SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
Owner 4
Purchased: 2002
Where: California
Est. miles/year: 1,825/yr
Est. length owned: 12/29/02 - present
(4 yrs. 2 mo.)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
12/29/2002 55,530 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hacienda Heights, CA New owner reported
SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
01/14/2003 55,919 California
Inspection Station
Los Angeles, CA Passed emissions inspection
02/07/2003 California
Motor Vehicle Dept. SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
06/01/2003 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Culver City, CA Duplicate title issued
SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
06/16/2003 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Culver City, CA Registration updated when owner moved
the vehicle to a new location
12/29/2004 60,173 California
Inspection Station
Los Angeles, CA Failed emissions inspection
06/30/2005 60,719 Caliber Motors
Anaheim, CA
714-777-1900
www.calibermotors.com Vehicle serviced
03/15/2007 Mercedes-Benz USA, Inc. No recalls open for repair
It looks like it already has an actual TITLE right? I won't need to get NY to inspect it or anything right? Thanks everyone! I REALLY appreciate it
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1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230
WDBKK47F9WF064899
ROADSTER
2.3L L4 PFI DOHC 16V / REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Standard Equipment | Safety Options
CARFAX Safety & Reliability Report
Hi-I'm the CARFAX Xpert™. I'm here to help you better understand the data in this CARFAX Report. Did you know...
We checked over 4 billion records from thousands of public and private sources for this vehicle
This vehicle DOES NOT qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
The last reported odometer reading was 60,719
A CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX. Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car.
The number of owners is estimated by CARFAX Owners 1-2 Owner 3 Owner 4
Year purchased 1998 1999 2002
Type of owner Personal --- ---
Estimated length of ownership 10 months 3 yrs. 9 mo. 4 yrs. 2 mo.
Owned in the following states/provinces Connecticut New Jersey, New York California
Estimated miles driven per year --- 14,600/yr 1,825/yr
Last reported odometer reading 1,450 53,005 60,719
CARFAX guarantees the information in this section Owners 1-2 Owner 3 Owner 4
Salvage | Junk | Rebuilt No Problem Alert!
Problem Found Alert!
Problem Found
Fire/Flood | Hail Damage | Buyback/Lemon No Problem No Problem No Problem
Not Actual Mileage | Exceeds Mechanical Limits
No Problem No Problem No Problem
Alert! Severe problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This vehicle does not qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.
Not all accidents or other issues are reported to CARFAX Owners 1-2 Owner 3 Owner 4
Total Loss Check
No total loss reported to CARFAX. No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Frame Damage Check
No frame damage reported to CARFAX. No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Airbag Deployment Check
No airbag deployment reported to CARFAX. No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Odometer Rollback Check
No indication of an odometer rollback. No Issues Indicated
No Issues Indicated
No Issues Indicated
Accident Check
See State DMV-reported Title Problems above. No Issues Reported
Alert!
Problem Found
Alert!
Problem Found
Manufacturer Recall Check
No recalls still require repair. No Recalls Reported
No Recalls Reported
No Recalls Reported
Basic Warranty Check
Original manufacturer warranty likely voided by manufacturer after vehicle was severely damaged.
Warranty Active
Warranty Voided
Warranty Voided
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1999 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230
Body Style: Roadster
Engine Type: 2.3L L4 PFI DOHC 16V
Standard Equipment: Power Windows, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, AM / FM Cassette, Power Brakes, Tilt Wheel, 6-digit Odometer
Free CARFAX Report Bob Zand Motor Co.
714-632-3520
Distance: 42.06 mi
View Dealer Inventory
Contact Dealer
1999 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230 Listed 6 hours ago
Body Style: Roadster
Engine Type: 2.3L L4 PFI DOHC 16V
Free CARFAX Report South-Bay Pre-Owned
Distance: 26.21 mi
Contact Dealer
1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230 Listed 5 days ago
Body Style: Roadster
Engine Type: 2.3L L4 PFI DOHC 16V
Free CARFAX Report Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills
Distance: 4.68 mi
Contact Dealer
A CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX. CARFAX checked over 4 billion vehicle history events and found 22 record(s) for this 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK 230 (WDBKK47F9WF064899).
Owner 1
Purchased: 1998
Type: Personal
Where: Connecticut
Est. miles/year: ---
Est. length owned: 4/23/98 - 7/21/98
(2 months)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
03/31/1998 Caliber Motors
Anaheim, CA
714-777-1900
www.calibermotors.com Vehicle sold
04/23/1998 Connecticut
Motor Vehicle Dept. First owner reported
Registered as
personal vehicle
Owner 2
Purchased: 1998
Where: Connecticut
Est. miles/year: ---
Est. length owned: 7/21/98 - 3/4/99
(7 months)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
07/21/1998 1,450 Connecticut
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Stamford, CT
Title #024170783 Title issued or updated
New owner reported
Owner 3
Purchased: 1999
Where: New Jersey, New York
Est. miles/year: 14,600/yr
Est. length owned: 3/4/99 - 12/29/02
(3 yrs. 9 mo.)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
03/04/1999 8,961 New Jersey
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Teterboro, NJ Title issued or updated
New owner reported
04/14/1999 9,542 New Jersey
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Cliffside Park, NJ Title issued or updated
04/17/1999 Inspection Co.
New Jersey Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection
05/29/2001 40,609 Inspection Co.
New Jersey Vehicle Inspected
08/08/2001 40,883 Inspection Co.
New Jersey Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection
08/24/2001 42,347 Inspection Co.
New Jersey Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection
12/04/2001 46,000 Inspection Co.
New York Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection
02/26/2002 New York
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Staten Island, NY Title issued or updated
Loan or lien reported
Registration updated when owner moved
the vehicle to a new location
03/05/2002 53,005 New York
New York City Area
Inspection Station Passed safety inspection
Passed emissions inspection
View what was inspected
05/28/2002 New York
Motor Vehicle Dept. Vehicle reported stolen
Please contact NICB to verify this
vehicle's stolen status
by calling 800-447-6282 x 2
or by completing the NICB web form
09/17/2002 New York
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Elmsford, NY SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
Owner 4
Purchased: 2002
Where: California
Est. miles/year: 1,825/yr
Est. length owned: 12/29/02 - present
(4 yrs. 2 mo.)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
12/29/2002 55,530 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Hacienda Heights, CA New owner reported
SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
01/14/2003 55,919 California
Inspection Station
Los Angeles, CA Passed emissions inspection
02/07/2003 California
Motor Vehicle Dept. SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
06/01/2003 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Culver City, CA Duplicate title issued
SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
06/16/2003 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Culver City, CA Registration updated when owner moved
the vehicle to a new location
12/29/2004 60,173 California
Inspection Station
Los Angeles, CA Failed emissions inspection
06/30/2005 60,719 Caliber Motors
Anaheim, CA
714-777-1900
www.calibermotors.com Vehicle serviced
03/15/2007 Mercedes-Benz USA, Inc. No recalls open for repair
It looks like it already has an actual TITLE right? I won't need to get NY to inspect it or anything right? Thanks everyone! I REALLY appreciate it
03-15-2007, 10:25 PM
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california salvaged titles are REVIVIED...not rebuilt. it will have to go through a California Highway Patrol Inspection to get it revived. But even at that point, i maybe be mistaken, but it should say revived on the title... and not salvaged... u should check out this link.. i havent read it latley so yeah just see for yourself
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/howto/htvr13.htm
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/howto/htvr13.htm
03-16-2007, 12:34 AM
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salvage is permanent in CA. revived yes but the salvage branding remains for life.btw highway patrol inspection only applies if the car is randomly "flagged" or if its missing a ******* emmissions/2ndary VIN label
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Originally Posted by DEMONBIRD
8tsixt and FordGirlGoneBad,
Yeah, the vehicle is already in Cali, been accepted by Cali and Carfax says was issued a Cali Salvage Title/Certificate (so I still am confused as to if it is titled)... So there's no worries of it coming from New York...
My main and only concern is being able to get it FULLY COVERED in insurance (it's for my wife and I don't want to skimp on her protection/car) and not have some ridiculously high rate because of a title...
DaGeneral, "other" sounds better than salvage
WS6 Rampage, please let me know how it all goes
Thanks for your input, keep it coming!
Yeah, the vehicle is already in Cali, been accepted by Cali and Carfax says was issued a Cali Salvage Title/Certificate (so I still am confused as to if it is titled)... So there's no worries of it coming from New York...
My main and only concern is being able to get it FULLY COVERED in insurance (it's for my wife and I don't want to skimp on her protection/car) and not have some ridiculously high rate because of a title...
DaGeneral, "other" sounds better than salvage
WS6 Rampage, please let me know how it all goes
Thanks for your input, keep it coming
!