Salvage title

A salvage title is a type of vehicle title branding that indicates a car has been significantly damaged and deemed a total loss by an insurance company. This label is applied when the cost to repair the vehicle exceeds a certain percentage of its pre-damage value. Salvage title vehicles may have been involved in accidents, floods, fires, or other incidents causing severe damage. While these cars can often be repaired and returned to the road, they typically have lower resale values and may present hidden safety or reliability concerns. Understanding what a salvage title means is crucial for buyers and sellers in the used car market.