Cars in california..?

Question

I am right outside california, and i found a lot better deals on cars there. Someone told me that California is the number one spot all the cars from Katrina flood went. What is the best way to check the history on car, and is that true?

Answer 1

Don't rely on car-fax for this information.
Most of them were not reported to carfax.

Here's what to do:
Check the car for rust or moldy smell. Look for unusual stains or mud on the underside of the vehicle. When you decide on a car that you are seriously considering Get an Inspection.

Very Important:
Bring the car for an inspection for about $100. They can tell you if it is needing costly repairs or if it's been in a major accident or flood.

Good Luck and God Bless You. ;-)

Answer 2

My state put out a warning last January about being careful about buying used cars because there are going to be a lot of cars on the market from Katrina. Check the title history, stay away from anything marked "salvaged" or something similar. It means the car was called totaled by an insurance company and someone else bought it really cheap and is now trying to profit on it by finding a sucker to buy it.

Answer 3

vehicle history from carfax tells you were the car was registered, where it was serviced, and where the collision damage was fixed. all with dates. that will help you a lot when trying to buy a car. personal inspection is always a good thing too. signs like new paint, upholstry, carpets could b red flags.one month in water will also b visible in the undercarriage

Answer 4

It probably is all true. The BEST way to get a history on a car is by going to www.carfax.com

hope this helps.

Answer 5

I never rely on what "someone tells me". I would check the VIN on Carfax or Vehix, or a similiar website.

Answer 6

carfax.com