Red Flags for potentially flooded vehicles. Don’t get sucked under!

ALWAYS GET A CARFAX REPORT!!!!!

Look for Moisture/ Mold/ Musty scent in all carpet:
*Be sure the carpets match (none “newer”)
*Look under carpets for mud or dirt, sand
*Check hard to clean places for evidence
*Feel inside and check trunk / frunk
*Pull Seatbelts all the way out to see any water stain lines

Check for premature Rust:
*Under seat rails
*Rusty springs
*Rusted bolts

Check for corrosion:
*Electrical systems
*Paint
*Body

More places evidence of flooding can hide:
*Door Jambs: Mud, dirt or sand Inside
*Under Dashboard: Possible water line
*Inside wheel wells: indication of deep water level ring
*Headlights/ Taillights: Check for moisture or debris inside

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED:
*Pre-purchase inspection
*Test Drive

Keep in mind:
**MAKE sure it doesn’t have a salvage, rebuilt or “lost” title.
*Insurance carriers have actually “totaled” water-damaged EVs because repair costs
*Uninsured flooded vehicles won’t have damage documentation
*Vehicle can be cleaned up and sold without damage disclosure
*Beware: damaged vehicles could be “title washed” and sold out of state – far away from previous flooding
*Remember that any flooded/water damaged vehicles’ (even when fixed) wiring harnesses, electronic circuit boards and mechanical systems could have a shortened life-time and can fail at any time.
*Saltwater damage will cause higher potential for corrosion/ rust!

*If you consider purchasing a salvaged EV, be sure to protect yourself.
*Damage needs to be assessed by trained mechanics followed by vehicle disassembly and repair.
*Exceptional attention is paid to battery, engine, drivetrain, and other major components- which may need replacing.
*Battery packs and EV safety systems are designed with waterproofing, but could experience short-circuiting and worse. Leave it to the Professionals!

Go electric ✌🏼