Watch FOR ICBC Write Offs With Care
A lot of people who are thinking of buying a used car use the car's price as basis for their decision. Although this is justifiable, used car buyers must be careful in engaging deals because used cars that are way cheaper than it is supposed to be may have been flood damaged. It may be hard to believe, but there are a lot of people nowadays who will try their best to convince innocent buyers to purchase flood-damaged cars by making the car look alright and totally in good condition. Aside from this, they also go as far as transporting these used cars to countries or states that has no laws about flooded cars and sell these cars in the said places. If you are thinking of getting a used car, then this article may be helpful to you. In the following paragraphs, you'll be given ideas on what to check and look for in the car in order for you to avoid purchasing flood-damaged car.
Although criminals are trying hard to cover up the damage of the car, there are still things that they could have neglected or overlooked and these things often come in minute details. Hence, when engaging in a car search, be sure to check the vehicle's dashboard, floor and glove compartment. Mud, rust or stains can be found in these areas if it has been soaked in water. Sellers of flood-damage vehicles will mostly try to change the upholstery and carpet of the car since it will greatly show that water has got inside the car. Therefore, if you noticed that the car's upholstery and carpet are loose and don't fit properly, then you can say that the car is probably damaged by flood. If they fit perfectly then try to look for faded, stained or discolored areas. Water can cause the car's carpet and upholstery to fade, discolor or get stained.
After, checking the interior of the car, it would be wise to check also the warning and accessory lights if they work properly by turning the ignition on. Also make sure that the ABS lights as well as the car's airbag works well. Moreover, try testing the lights of the car - both interior and exterior if they are working. Also check the radio, air conditioner, heater and turn signals several times to see if they work properly.
Normally, wires get brittle when soaked in water so once they get dry they crack when they are flexed. Try to do this with the wires that can be found under the car's dashboard ---- flex them and if the wires crack then it is definitely flood damaged. Also use your olfactory senses to detect if the car is a flood damaged car. Normally, flood damaged car smells musty due to water damage and mildew. On the contrary, also think twice if you smell strong car deodorizer for the seller is maybe trying to cover something about the car.
Normally, a car seller will let you know the history of the car by showing you its history report. But, if the seller fails to do that, then get the identification number of the vehicle which can be found in the car's dashboard so you may have its history checked. It'll also be wise if you let a professional car technician examine and check the car's anti-lock brake, electronic and transmission systems before purchasing the vehicle. This way you will be spared from the troubles and repair expenses the car may bring if it is flood-damaged.V:30
Although criminals are trying hard to cover up the damage of the car, there are still things that they could have neglected or overlooked and these things often come in minute details. Hence, when engaging in a car search, be sure to check the vehicle's dashboard, floor and glove compartment. Mud, rust or stains can be found in these areas if it has been soaked in water. Sellers of flood-damage vehicles will mostly try to change the upholstery and carpet of the car since it will greatly show that water has got inside the car. Therefore, if you noticed that the car's upholstery and carpet are loose and don't fit properly, then you can say that the car is probably damaged by flood. If they fit perfectly then try to look for faded, stained or discolored areas. Water can cause the car's carpet and upholstery to fade, discolor or get stained.
After, checking the interior of the car, it would be wise to check also the warning and accessory lights if they work properly by turning the ignition on. Also make sure that the ABS lights as well as the car's airbag works well. Moreover, try testing the lights of the car - both interior and exterior if they are working. Also check the radio, air conditioner, heater and turn signals several times to see if they work properly.
Normally, wires get brittle when soaked in water so once they get dry they crack when they are flexed. Try to do this with the wires that can be found under the car's dashboard ---- flex them and if the wires crack then it is definitely flood damaged. Also use your olfactory senses to detect if the car is a flood damaged car. Normally, flood damaged car smells musty due to water damage and mildew. On the contrary, also think twice if you smell strong car deodorizer for the seller is maybe trying to cover something about the car.
Normally, a car seller will let you know the history of the car by showing you its history report. But, if the seller fails to do that, then get the identification number of the vehicle which can be found in the car's dashboard so you may have its history checked. It'll also be wise if you let a professional car technician examine and check the car's anti-lock brake, electronic and transmission systems before purchasing the vehicle. This way you will be spared from the troubles and repair expenses the car may bring if it is flood-damaged.V:30
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Floods are no different than any other insurance; your car insurance company will pay you only the car's actual cash value. If you're upside-down on your loan, gap coverage would cover the difference, if you have it. Yet try go figure out your contract online using Yahoo.
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