Salvage
If the word “salvage” appears on the title, the vehicle has to be inspected.
Purpose of the Salvage Law:
- To ensure the vehicle is repaired to the original condition it was in prior to being wrecked.
- To provide proof of where parts came from as follows:
- Part invoices if bought parts from somewhere else.
- Copy of parts title (with parts listed on it) if it came out of stock.
- To provide four (4) original color photos of the vehicle before repairs, to be mounted on Form 78-021(1).
- The agency will take an affadavit from an individual that they did not know pictures had to be taken; the word “rebuilt” will appear on the title.
- The agency will accept copies, but the title will be branded “rebuilt”.
What Determines a Clear Title:
- The repair or replacement of one (1) major part and four (4) minor parts as listed in Regulation 51.
- No major parts and six (6) minor parts = Rebuilt
- One (1) major part and five (5) minor parts = Rebuilt
Flood Damaged Vehicle steps:
- The Insurance Company applies for the flood title in their name.
- The Insurance Company assigns to buyer.
- The Buyer can apply for a new title with the following:
- Provide four (4) photos before repairs
- Provide 78-021 application for inspection
- Does not have to get inspected
- Take paperwork to tax collector’s office and apply for a new title
- Flood brand can never be removed from titles; it overrides all brands
Hail Damaged Vehicle steps:
- The Insurance Company applies for the hail damaged title in their name.
- The Buyer applies for a new title with the following:
- Provide four (4) photos before repairs
- Provide 78-021 application for inspection
- Do not have to get inspected (unless it has been repaired and the buyer wants a clear title)
- Take paperwork to tax collector’s office to have inspected