Can New Cars Also Be Flood-Damaged Vehicles?

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New cars can also be flood-damaged vehicles, but it is relatively rare. Some unscrupulous merchants may sell flood-damaged vehicles as new cars, so when purchasing a car, it is important to discern whether the vehicle has been flood-damaged. Check the interior smell: Smell for any musty odor inside the car. Flood-damaged vehicles often have a musty smell in hidden areas such as the floor mats, trunk mats, and under the seats, which are difficult to clean thoroughly and usually leave evidence. If you detect a musty odor, be cautious. Also, be wary if the car smells overly fragrant, as this could be an attempt to mask the musty smell. Inspect hidden areas of the vehicle: Check for rust or signs of disassembly and replacement on screws in hidden areas of the vehicle. Pull back the seats to see if there is rust or sand in the tracks. Extend the seatbelt fully to check for water stains or dirt at the end.