How to Check if a Used Car is a Flood-Damaged Vehicle?
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Methods to identify whether a used car is flood-damaged are as follows: 1. Check the seat belts: Pull the seat belts all the way out. If there are mold stains or traces of mud and water, it indicates the car is flood-damaged. 2. Inspect the headlights: If the headlights appear noticeably yellow and are inconsistent with the overall condition of the car, or if all the headlights have been replaced—since flood-damaged cars that have been dried out will have yellowed headlights, and prolonged submersion may require replacing the headlights. 3. Examine the trunk: Lift the protective mat in the trunk to see the spare tire. Check the reverse side of the mat or directly inspect the area around the spare tire for any signs of mold on the mat or corrosion in the trunk.