Why Salvage Title Cars are

Still a Popular Choice for

Drivers

Cars branded with a salvage title are diamonds

in the rough—buying one is often a very

economical decision. Salvage cars are those that

have previously figured in an accident or those

with an excessively high cost of repair. Because

of the history of these car types, most people are

hesitant to pursue the option, but buying one

has its share of benefits.

Here’s a quick look at some of the benefits

associated with salvage title cars:

Low Cost

The main reason salvage-titled cars are popular is because

of the price tag—these types of cars are relatively cheap.

Owners often sell them for pennies on the dollar, because

blue book sites don’t value them, and more often than not,

no one knows how much they are worth. Since the height

of online car sales, more sellers throw salvage title cars into

the mix at extremely reduced prices.

Two-Car Strategy

Most drivers profit from owning a salvage title vehicle through a two-car strategy. The driver buys

a brand new vehicle for long distance travel and family trips, and then uses the salvage title

vehicle for commuting.

Having at least two cars in the family could lead to significant debts. The two-car strategy

suggests one car should be an efficient commuter—in which case, a cheap salvage title car is a

good choice. The person who drives the most during the weekend uses this one. The larger car

should only be there for road trips, which means massive capacity on the weekends and gas

efficiency on workdays.

Savings on Car Parts

Many of those skilled in car repair and restoration

buy a salvage car for the parts, which they use to

fix other cars. Others luckily find a salvage one

with only minor damage. They would only work on

the body of the vehicle, which means they pay

much less for a good car that still functions well.

While many doubt the purchase of a salvage

vehicle, there are tremendous benefits that make it

an appealing and popular option for many drivers.

Resources:

http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2011/05/02/car-strategies-to-cut-your-costs-in-four-or-more/

http://www.pickles.com.au/