What is a Salvage Title?

A salvage title is issued to a car that has been totally branded as a loss by an insurance company as a result of damages to the car in an accident or flooding. What this means is that the amount needed to repair the car is more than what the car actually worth. Over 75% of the car has been eroded. Cars with a salvage title are not safe for driving and they are designated as not road worthy.  

The title of a car is meant to show what the vehicle has been through in the past. It tells whether the car has ever been totaled, and whether the odometer has ever been rolled back.

The laws and regulations governing how a car is branded varies from one state to another. If you're seeking a title loan buyout or a title loan period, it's vital you know the vehicle history of the car you plan on purchasing. Hence, you need to check with your local Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) to know what a particular brand means or depicts.

Read more about salvage titles from https://www.thebalance.com/pros-and-cons-of-a-salvage-title-car-527266.