How to Check if a Car is a Salvage Vehicle?
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Check whether the gaps between the body panels are uniform and consistent, and then observe if the side body lines are smooth. If you notice that the waistline is noticeably uncoordinated, it can be concluded that the car has been involved in a collision and is likely a severe salvage vehicle. Open the engine compartment to inspect whether the front crash beams and the frame above the wheel hubs show any distortion, cracks, or if the screws have been tampered with. Combining these observations with any issues found in the body shell can help determine the approximate range of the accident location. Methods to check if a car is a salvage vehicle: Closely examine the body and glass surfaces for scratches, cracks, bubbles, rust, or signs of repainting; Check the wheels for dents, trapped stones, and inspect the wheel hubs for cleanliness, dents, or scratches; Inspect the undercarriage for any scrape or collision marks, check if the pipelines have any obvious irregularities, and look for cracks in the suspension components; Examine the metal panels at the front left and right of the engine compartment and the headlight areas for signs of metalworking, such as folds, which usually indicate a salvage vehicle; Check the wear on the throttle, clutch, and brake pedals, the wear level of the brake discs, and the cleanliness of the engine oil.
