Is Replacing the Rear Panel Serious?

[Donna]

If the rear panel has been cut and replaced, then the car is considered a salvage vehicle. If it's just minor repairs like hammering or frame pulling without cutting or welding, it doesn't count as a salvage vehicle. Here are the relevant details: 1. Introduction: The rear panel of a car is the rear barrier of the trunk, specifically the lower surrounding area. Generally, the original rear panel is not integrated with the car frame; it's part of the body covering, so replacing it won't cause significant depreciation. 2. Note: If the rear panel is damaged, try to repair it with sheet metal work if possible, and avoid cutting. Once cutting is involved, the car is classified as a salvage vehicle. Salvage vehicles lose much of their structural strength after repair and depreciate significantly when sold as used cars. If the repairs only involve hammering or frame pulling without cutting or welding, it doesn't count as a salvage vehicle.