Is Cutting the Rear Tail Panel of a Car Serious?
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Serious. If it involves cutting and replacement, then it is considered a salvage vehicle. If the repair only involves hammering and straightening on a frame without cutting or welding, it does not qualify as a salvage vehicle. In reality, most repairs to the rear panel require cutting and welding. In rare cases, sheet metal repair may suffice. Any vehicle that has undergone reshaping, cutting, or welding repairs is generally classified as a salvage vehicle. More details on salvage vehicles are as follows: 1. Salvage Vehicle: Not all vehicles involved in accidents are salvage vehicles—it depends on the extent of damage and the repair method. Any vehicle that has undergone reshaping, cutting, or welding repairs is usually considered a salvage vehicle. If the rear panel is damaged, sheet metal repair should be prioritized to avoid cutting whenever possible, as cutting automatically classifies it as a salvage vehicle. 2. Non-Salvage Vehicle: If the rear panel is deformed and the repair only involves hammering and straightening on a frame without cutting or welding, it does not qualify as a salvage vehicle. Although sheet metal repair does not classify a vehicle as salvage, it may still affect resale value, so the actual condition must be analyzed. If the damage is severe and cutting is necessary for repair, then it becomes a salvage vehicle.
