salvage recorded

"IT means to stay away and not even look at it." Not necessarily. If you know going in that it is "Salvage Recorded", "Rebuilt from Salvage", or anything resembling these terms, just be cautious, observant, use due diligence, check it over thoroughly, and keep an open, but focused mind. I have owned several different Rebuilt from Salvage vehicles, and they were all great cars. It is a way to get to experience a much newer, better optioned, more technologically advanced vehicle, than I could normally consider, or afford, for a "clean title" vehicle of the year, make, model, and trim level.

I am glad these cars worked out for you but my advice to people is still "Run Away. Run Away!

That is good advice for some, it just doesn't necessarily apply to everyone. We all have opinions, wants, and desires. I was just sharing my opinion and experiences with "Branded Title" vehicles. If someone wants to check out a newer, better optioned vehicle, than that which is normally in their price range, some of these vehicles are worth considering. Could this line of thinking be considered risky? Well of course it can. There is risk in almost everything we do as humans. Buying any used vehicle has risk of some degree involved. Sometimes though, the reward outweighs the risk. If they are rebuilt and repaired correctly, to factory specs, utilizing OEM parts, by trained, certified, experienced, skilled craftsman and technicians.These vehicles then have to pass multiple points of inspection, and safety checks, that are performed by a State Inspector, before they can go from being classified as "Salvage" to "Rebuilt". They are not for everyone, but, for some, "Branded" vehicles are worthy of consideration. Research the history of the vehicle, learn why it was given a salvage designation, how it was rebuilt and repaired, then go check it out with your newfound knowledge, and examine the vehicle thoroughly. You might just end up with the best vehicle you've ever owned. This is just my humble opinion, your mileage may vary. :) Peace

Newer cars that have been totalled would have major damage whereas older cars can be totalled for a fender dent. In my opinion branded cars are high risk and since you normally can't get all the information on the issue I stick with my advice. Best to you.