Does a dented fender count as an accident vehicle?
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A dented fender does not count as an accident vehicle. Because the fender is part of the body panels and does not involve the frame structure of the car. Accident vehicle: An accident vehicle refers to a vehicle that has been damaged due to non-natural wear and tear accidents, resulting in decreased mechanical performance and economic value. Generally, an "accident vehicle" refers to a vehicle with structural damage. Additionally, water-damaged vehicles and fire-damaged vehicles also fall under the category of "special accident vehicles." Scenarios that qualify as accident vehicles: Vehicles where the rear quarter panel impact damage exceeds one-third of its area; vehicles where the impact has damaged the engine compartment or passenger compartment; vehicles with severe welding, cutting, reshaping, or deformation on other non-removable parts; vehicles with welding, cutting, reshaping, or deformation on the longitudinal beams; vehicles with welding, cutting, reshaping, or deformation on the A, B, or C pillars; vehicles where the body has been submerged in water exceeding half of the body height, or where water has entered the passenger compartment; vehicles where the body has been burned over an area exceeding 0.5 square meters and still pose safety hazards after repairs, etc.
