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Not all titles are created equal. A "branded title" means that the car has been through some drama. This includes major accidents, natural disasters, or other catastrophes. Here's a closer look at some common brands on titles.
Salvage title
This is given when an insurance company says the car is a total loss due to damage. Sometimes, these cars can be put back on the road, but the title will still have the salvage brand to tell its history.
Rebuilt title
If a car with a salvage title needs repair and passes a state inspection, it can be issued a rebuilt or reconstructed title. This means the car was once a total loss but has since been restored to be drivable.
Flood title
If a car goes swimming, it'll receive a flood title. Water damage can be tricky because it's hard to see, but it can cause issues down the road.
Lemon title
Cars repurchased by the manufacturer because of defects are smacked with a lemon or buyback title. This means the car had serious problems that couldn't be fixed after several attempts.
Hail damage title
Severe hailstorms can cause damage out the ears to a car's exterior. If the aftermath is brutal enough, the insurance company might brand the title as hail damage.
Odometer rollback
If there's evidence that the car's odometer has been messed with to show a lower mileage than the car has actually traveled, the title receives an odometer rollback brand.
While most buyers label cars with branded titles as unsellable, Peddle is always in the market for misfit rides and will give you a fair offer today.
