Is a Water-Damaged Car Not Worth Keeping?

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GabriellaLynn
07/30/25 1:52am
Whether to abandon the car depends on the specific situation, and you can consult a 4S store. The following are the problems that may occur with a water-damaged car: 1. Difficult to clean: There are many channels in a car, and it is very difficult to clean them after water ingress, which will lead to rust over time, such as the inner side of the door panel, air conditioning ducts, and some structural cavities. Additionally, areas like the crankcase and differential also have exhaust holes. 2. Upholstery may mold: Soft furnishings in the car, if soaked in sewage, can leave stains that are hard to clean, and if sewage remains, they will continue to mold. 3. Wheel bearings may deteriorate: The lubricating grease in the car's four-wheel bearings and half-shafts, if soaked in water, can quickly deform and deteriorate.
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