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Oh boy
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If it was me, I would want to see before pictures of damage on the actual van, pictures of another van doesn't mean ****. If he's planning on driving it into the ground, then that eliminates the problem of selling it down the road at least, which is one of the main issues when buying a rebuild. Make sure he knows that if he DOES buy it, selling it will be VERY difficult.
Tell him that if he can find info about the accident on Carfax, to think long and hard about buying the vehicle, and to at the very least get it inspected by a shop to make sure everything looks good, before doing anything! Buying it would still be a risk, but at least if the Carfax gives you some solid info, and you get it inspected, you're making a informed decision. If he can't find ANY info about the accident from Carfax, or another similar service, I would just stay clear of the van, I wouldn't trust what the owner is telling you. It's quite possible he's telling the truth, but at the end of the day he wants to sell the van, and could be full of **** too.
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Anyone know anything in welding?
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yeah its the high pitch sounding one but you can take out or change the fin to change the sound
it's only on 7psi stock
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Just walking around today and saw an M3 rebadged as a 328i...
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U in CA it's nothing to catch a wrecked 328, and then catch M performance body parts for the low. Then.......
I wrecked my 745 a few years back, and ran across a dope as aftermarket hood for $80. I decided to sell it as-is tho.
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I checked the plate online though and it confirmed it is a legit M car.
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That ain't no M3 dawg, first clue is that the roof would be CF. Just a haggard 328i
edit: lol wtf
100% chance that thing is salvaged and was owned by a russian salvage yard at some point
edit: lol wtf
100% chance that thing is salvaged and was owned by a russian salvage yard at some point
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M sedans didn't have carbon roofs...
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ill be damned. had no idea. shows how much attention i've payed to them ugly sedans.
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Wagon > sedan > coupe...
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soccer moms around the country agree
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Yes because a place to put your dog and TTV8 is a bad thing?... 
Or a V10...
Or a blown V8...
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Or a V10...
Or a blown V8...
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Coupes 
Wagons are cool too
Wagons are cool too
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those are mini vans
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I am. My stock tires were all seasons so I'm just wearing them out before I get the summers for my new wheels
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I think wagons look cool, they're more abundant in Europe
Speaking of I think they are called estate and a sedan is called a saloon over there
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I've been reading some of these posts about salvage/rebuilt titles. I have a lot of knowledge on it and love to share.
When deciding to buy the salvage you MUST have knowledge about cars and/or have a GREAT mechanic and autobody specialist that can see the damage and how much it cost to fix it.
Check the vin to make sure the car is not a lemon.
It is best to get a salvage car that is damaged in the rear or side (reason because it is a way cheaper fix and no major parts have been affected).
Front end can be headache due to many parts in he front and IF that engine is touched in anyway it's over.
Only mess with a car that run and drives. If it doesn't stay away unless you know what is exactly wrong with it. Salvage car has benefits as it could be a extremely low mileage car/new vehicle.
The best steals are THEFT vehicles, reason because NOTHING is wrong with them, its either some fool didn't want to pay his car note and made his car "disappear" or some guy forgot his key in the ignition and someone went for a joyride.
When fixing the salvage car take pictures of the process and have all the receipts. Salvage/rebuilt cars SELL. How do I know? I know two dudes (two diff businesses) that make a serious amount of money selling salvage cars (movin' at least 1-2 cars a week) and they give the insurance paperwork to show what exactly needs to be replaced. ( the Appraiser who claimed the vehicle salvage paperwork)
When buying a rebuilt title, if the person doesn't have pictures of when he bought it, simply google the vin. You can usually see the picture of the damaged car from a salvage yard before it was sold. If he doesn't have receipts, he/she has to bring it to the shop and properly inspect it. If you have a bad feeling about buying it, trust your gut feeling. If the person is honest and you feel good, buy it. At the end of the day its all about documentation.
Rebuilt cars are more common than you think, esp in NYC. Getting an salvage examination in NYC (basically making sure none of your parts are stolen) takes forever. Why? a lot of people get salvage cars for one reason. Saving a lot of $.
You can sell a rebuilt title car, it's all about properly showing the buyer what was wrong with the vehicle, have paperwork, let a mechanic see it and let the person get a good test drive.
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You're on cot damn drugs son.
You cant honestly think the lines flow well on those ugly *** wagons
A wagon compared to this really....
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Me and my son were coming back from the barber shop and saw a small car show, excuse the photo quality, no prep time.
I've got plenty more, too lazy to post though. Also if you look closely in this last photo, EWD was there putting in work:
I've got plenty more, too lazy to post though. Also if you look closely in this last photo, EWD was there putting in work:
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Concerning that 328i/M3, I've seen Lexus badges on Camrys and know of people who upgrade trim pieces, etc to look like they bought the top of the line, but I've never heard of anybody in the US downgrading their badge on purpose. It's not the American way
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Concerning the rebuilt title: While yes if they are going to keep the van forever, the resale won't matter, but what I've read is if the salvage vehicle is in another accident, the insurance company won't give very much for market value, and that's a big issue.
I know people have different means, but if I'm putting my kids in a vehicle it's gotta be top shape. Knock on wood, but if my van ever gets wrecked, I'll fix it and trade it in for a new one, let alone buying one with a rebuilt title.
Concerning the rebuilt title: While yes if they are going to keep the van forever, the resale won't matter, but what I've read is if the salvage vehicle is in another accident, the insurance company won't give very much for market value, and that's a big issue.
I know people have different means, but if I'm putting my kids in a vehicle it's gotta be top shape. Knock on wood, but if my van ever gets wrecked, I'll fix it and trade it in for a new one, let alone buying one with a rebuilt title.
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I know a handful of people who have STI sedans and have put WRX body parts (front bumper, spoiler,etc.) on to stay under the radar when racing.
Concerning that 328i/M3, I've seen Lexus badges on Camrys and know of people who upgrade trim pieces, etc to look like they bought the top of the line, but I've never heard of anybody in the US downgrading their badge on purpose. It's not the American way.
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