Should You Sell or Continue Driving a Car After Water Immersion?

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After a car has been immersed in water, it is generally advisable to sell it, as the engine may sustain damage from water exposure. Relevant information regarding water immersion in vehicles is as follows: 1. Engine Damage: There are primarily two scenarios where engine damage occurs due to water immersion: prolonged soaking of the vehicle in water and attempting to restart the engine while submerged. 2. Auto Damage Insurance: Owners can only receive insurance compensation for water immersion if they have purchased "auto damage insurance." However, this mainly covers losses such as damage to seats and wiring caused by water immersion. Damage to the engine from driving through water or starting the engine while submerged is typically not covered by insurance.