What does "salvage reported" typically mean?

Asked by GuruDXLC46 Oct 06, 2024 at 02:12 PM about the Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

What are some examples that would prompt the status of a car for sale as
"salvage reported"?

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James answered about a month ago

This means the vehicle was damaged to the point that an insurance company deemed it a total loss because it would cost more to fix the vehicle than it was worth at the time of the damage. This is probably not a vehicle you would want! Jim

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Gene answered about a month ago

It means turn around and walk away

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