Can a Water-Damaged Vehicle Be Fully Compensated If Totaled?

[MacJordan]

Water-damaged vehicles cannot be fully compensated. Here are methods to identify a flood-damaged car: 1. Smell the interior odor: Check for any musty smell inside the car. Flood-damaged vehicles often have a musty odor in hidden areas such as floor mats, trunk liners, and under seats, which are difficult to clean thoroughly and usually leave evidence. Be cautious if you detect a musty smell, and also be wary if the car smells overly fragrant, as this might be an attempt to mask the musty odor. 2. Inspect hidden parts of the vehicle: Look for rust or signs of screw replacement in concealed areas; pull out the seats to check for rust or sand in the tracks; extend the seatbelt fully to check for water stains or dirt at the end.