Does a Statically Flooded Car Have Significant Impact After Repair?
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Statically flooded cars do have certain impacts after being repaired. Below is more information about water-damaged vehicles: 1. Introduction: A water-damaged vehicle refers to a car that has been submerged in water, typically meaning the wiring harness has been soaked, with the water level exceeding one-third of the wheel height, and the vehicle's underbody components being in prolonged contact with water. Commonly referred to as flooded cars, they can be categorized into three levels based on the extent of water immersion: (1) If the water level exceeds the vehicle's chassis, it is called a water-immersed vehicle. (2) If the water level surpasses the oil dipstick, it can be termed a semi-flooded vehicle. 2. Methods to Identify Water-Damaged Vehicles: (1) Smell the interior: Check for a musty odor inside the car. Water-damaged vehicles often have a musty smell in hidden areas such as floor mats, trunk liners, and under the seats, which is difficult to eliminate and usually leaves evidence. If you detect a musty smell, be cautious. If the interior smells unusually fragrant, also be wary, as this might be an attempt to mask the musty odor. (2) Inspect hidden areas of the vehicle: Look for rust or signs of disassembly and replacement on screws in hidden areas; pull out the seats to check for rust or sand in the tracks; pull the seatbelt all the way out to see if there are water stains or dirt at the end.