Is a car considered a salvage vehicle if the radiator has been replaced?
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If only the radiator has been replaced, it is not considered a salvage vehicle. Here are the relevant details: 1. Normally, radiators are not prone to damage, so if a radiator has been replaced, it usually indicates that an accident has occurred. 2. Strictly speaking, any car that has been involved in an accident is considered a salvage vehicle, but the severity of the accident determines whether it is classified as a major or minor salvage vehicle. 3. Generally, if only replaceable parts are damaged, it is considered a minor accident. Examples include damage to the front bumper, headlights, front fenders, and of course, the radiator. However, if non-replaceable parts such as the car's longitudinal beams, rocker panels, or ABC pillars are damaged and require reshaping, cutting, or welding for repair, then it is classified as a severe salvage vehicle.