What are the methods to identify a flood-damaged car?

[Emma]

Identifying a flood-damaged car involves the following methods: 1. Open the hood to check for mud residue on the radiator, air conditioning condenser, and front radiator panel; 2. Inspect small components near the engine, such as the alternator, starter motor, wire sockets, and the seams around the wheel wells for mud; 3. Examine the springs and inner fabric of the front and rear seats for mud residue and a musty odor; 4. Check hidden seams and hard-to-reach areas around the rear wheel wells in the trunk for mud residue; 5. Inspect the internal structure of the dashboard, wires, and socket connections for mud residue; 6. Look for mud inside the rubber seals of the front and rear windshields; 7. Check the middle sections of the front and rear doors for mud.