5 Biggest Mistakes and Scams When Buying Salvage Cars from Copart and IAA Insurance Salvage Auctions

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  • In this video I discuss 5 most common and costly mistakes that you can make when buying a salvage car, especially if you are a beginner.. Please make sure you watch it BEFORE buying your first rebuild project and save THOUSANDS!
    A lot of people know that buying a salvage car with minor damage is one of the best ways to save thousands of dollars on your next car.. If you decide to buy your car from Copart or IAA salvage auctions you MUST know and avoid these 5 very common mistakes that might cost you a fortune! Unfortunately, Copart and IAA scams are very common..
    The most expensive mistake you can make when buying a salvage car from Copart or Insurance Auto Auctions (IAA) is what I call a "dealer scam" - buying a car that was "doctored up" to look like it has minor damage but in reality is a money pit hiding A LOT of damage..
    Also, don't forget about auction fees, always pay attention to the paperwork and never underestimate the costs of repairs!
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  • @clubsimtopia1224
    @clubsimtopia1224 5 років тому +246

    1. Never buy a dealer car 2. Pay attention to the Paperwork, make sure it can be registered. 3. Don't buy cars sight unseen. 4. Don't underestimate the cost of repairs 5. Don't go over budget or get in a bidding wars, other cars will become available. Thanks for your tips I am going to start rebuilding cars soon.

    • @Bam-Ba-Lam
      @Bam-Ba-Lam 4 роки тому +2

      Do You Have Mechanic Background? I Want To Do The Same But Never Worked On Cars Before

    • @briangabor05
      @briangabor05 4 роки тому +17

      @@Bam-Ba-Lam im not a mechanic or anything but you have to start somewhere mechanics dont suddenly get what to do of you know what I mean , but most likely you'll need to buy a lot of tools

    • @method8607
      @method8607 4 роки тому +1

      What would impede you from being able to register a salvaged vehicle? Thinking of purchasing one but it seems to be just the interior missing

    • @_Livid_
      @_Livid_ 4 роки тому

      J Smith Depending on your state, some insurance companies refuse to insure salvage title vehicles. You could title wash the car if you knew someone in another state, however that’s a process.

    • @SalvageSecrets
      @SalvageSecrets  4 роки тому +6

      yOJunnzhy I’m not a mechanic, but I do know a lot about fixing cars after years of doing this.. It all comes with experience. I would recommend to find a shop you can trust to do the work for you in the beginning.. And don’t get involved in big repair projects.. start with something simple. Good luck!

  • @curtisj2165
    @curtisj2165 4 роки тому +128

    6. Don't forget Copart's fees when you are working out your buying budget

    • @emeraldpk8570
      @emeraldpk8570 4 роки тому +1

      How much are the fees

    • @Aklcorp
      @Aklcorp 4 роки тому +6

      @@emeraldpk8570 depends on the cost of the car but lets say the car cost 1200. you will pay between 400 and 450 on fees on top of the 1200 for the car

    • @chineduokonkwo5777
      @chineduokonkwo5777 4 роки тому +3

      The fees will eventually bite you in the rear end if you don't pay attention.

    • @user-yx2mc9vm6x
      @user-yx2mc9vm6x 3 роки тому +1

      Copart sure does like to f**k you

    • @markp2865
      @markp2865 3 роки тому +2

      Remember to include tax, title, and registration fees. It can be another $200 to $300.
      You should also include an estimate of the number of hours it takes to repair. You should pay yourself at least $20 an hour. This includes the time it takes to pick up the car and clean it up.

  • @bayareaartist999
    @bayareaartist999 4 роки тому +13

    Discipline, Discipline, and then more discipline. Great video...

  • @ghassanhussein8432
    @ghassanhussein8432 2 роки тому +2

    This is one of the most useful videos about car auctions on UA-cam. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

  • @chineduokonkwo5777
    @chineduokonkwo5777 4 роки тому +3

    I love your imdept analysis on how to buy salvage car and it was professionally done with experience. Thanks a lot.

  • @BH-nm4xl
    @BH-nm4xl 3 роки тому +1

    Another amazing video. I watch everything you put out. Incredible insight you literally can't pay for... I've been messing around on copart but after watching your stuff realize how many things I was doing wrong. Ty!

  • @chrisjessee4299
    @chrisjessee4299 2 роки тому +1

    I have just recently started watching your videos. Very honest and informative. Thank You

  • @onemanghetto2429
    @onemanghetto2429 4 роки тому +7

    Great video. This guy tries to do things the honest way. I can't believe a dealer would "sorta" repair a car just to pass the rest of the headaches along to someone else. But then again,that's a car dealer for ya.

  • @pairsnpaint
    @pairsnpaint 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you for a very informative video. I was looking at a car to buy for personal use that had a salvage title. The Carfax report showed it had been "laundered" several times over the last 5 years. It was now being sold by a dealer. Your video convinced me to run, not walk, from that car!

  • @meta7583
    @meta7583 Рік тому +1

    Great video, thank you for educating us on the tricks used by scam dealers at auctions

  • @adrianraszka8303
    @adrianraszka8303 5 років тому +2

    Great video! Thanks for your help and time on this! Cheers

  • @rodboijones7390
    @rodboijones7390 3 роки тому +5

    you said some good stuff!! I bought a car last year thinking it only had minor front end damage. I got the car home and called around for parts only to find out the headlights were $300-400 a peice alone! plus other front end parts that cost as well.

  • @RelativeEarth
    @RelativeEarth 3 роки тому +1

    Exactly the video I was looking for. Looking forward to more of your videos.

  • @omorin34
    @omorin34 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the vid! I bought an LR3 with a cooked engine, nothing else wrong with it. Bought a used engine slipped it in and took it to the DMV in my state. I pointed out the export only on the title, I did not understand it at the time. They did a little research, made a couple calls and said that isn't a problem. Almost10 years later, its still going strong.

  • @kevinmiller9793
    @kevinmiller9793 3 роки тому +6

    Just found your site it's very informative,Peace out from Britain

  • @miamigt4922
    @miamigt4922 3 роки тому

    Great video Andres, thanks for the detailed information. Appreciate your experience.

  • @jr.rangeeel7624
    @jr.rangeeel7624 4 роки тому +5

    Wow number #1 really surprised me. I cant believe that copart would let someone do that.

  • @crownessentials8505
    @crownessentials8505 3 роки тому +1

    I have been looking for this kind of video for a long time. Lots of information.

  • @dianeruiz0721
    @dianeruiz0721 3 роки тому +2

    Great advice!! Thanks so much!!

  • @ronjohnson4184
    @ronjohnson4184 3 роки тому +3

    1. Rule. The damage is always worse than the photos.
    2. Paintwork is expensive! Sometimes more than mechanical.

  • @bernardkossigbo5793
    @bernardkossigbo5793 3 роки тому +5

    I really don't know how to thank you for the information you have provided.

  • @Sodaman420
    @Sodaman420 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the info! Subscribed, good content.

  • @sergeykhaladzinski7299
    @sergeykhaladzinski7299 5 років тому +18

    Great tips as usual, well done and entertaining!

  • @jansimek3821
    @jansimek3821 6 місяців тому +1

    Awesome information. Thanks and keep going

  • @jacquelinemanzano9328
    @jacquelinemanzano9328 Рік тому

    Thank you for these important tips. Glad I found your YT channel.

  • @zolliology1
    @zolliology1 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the information. Very much appreciated.

  • @yisaklee3368
    @yisaklee3368 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for good information. How to distinguish whether the dealer or not?

  • @wmnlover
    @wmnlover 3 роки тому +2

    Unbelievable!!! Thanks for the tip!

  • @heatherturner687
    @heatherturner687 2 роки тому

    Very informative. Enjoyed. Thank you.

  • @rubengutierrez33
    @rubengutierrez33 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this tips very helpful

  • @andrewhawkes9085
    @andrewhawkes9085 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you, I’ve done 7 rebuilds. I didn’t know about the inspection services. Thanks so much.

    • @adventures223
      @adventures223 3 роки тому

      Would this be a good business i never had a salvage vechiel would it be more profitable then a used car lot

  • @keith8114
    @keith8114 5 років тому +9

    Thank you bro for this information. I'm looking to purchase a salvaged car to drive, not re-sell, and this information is great. Thanks.

  • @Perez_de_tailor
    @Perez_de_tailor 3 роки тому +1

    God richly bless you man. This is deep bro

  • @DumatuTelevision
    @DumatuTelevision 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing info, thanks man!

  • @AP-zp6vo
    @AP-zp6vo 6 місяців тому +1

    This guy is good one of the best on point information compared to others

  • @HollywoodTheTradeKing
    @HollywoodTheTradeKing Рік тому

    Bro, this is great information. Thank You

  • @Icecold89
    @Icecold89 3 роки тому +1

    Great video very informative.

  • @nelsonsullivan7656
    @nelsonsullivan7656 2 роки тому

    Thanks bro, never thought of some of those red flags.

  • @jamessoho8806
    @jamessoho8806 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you! Nice job, save us money and b.s.!

  • @michaelyoung8986
    @michaelyoung8986 2 роки тому

    You the man! Great video.

  • @YouTubeVideos4U
    @YouTubeVideos4U Рік тому +1

    good and honest review 👌👌👌🙏🙏 all the best

  • @ar8072
    @ar8072 7 днів тому

    Андрей спасибо тебе
    Really good help and lots of information
    Especially for me as a beginner
    Definitely subscribed

  • @carlboursiquot3463
    @carlboursiquot3463 2 роки тому

    Bro you are a art in teaching!

  • @scoobister5482
    @scoobister5482 2 роки тому

    Hey my name is Jake, this video is really helpful. What would you recommend for someone getting started with a wholesale license? I live in the state of Texas and I’m thinking about getting started this work my day job still do this on the side. Maybe could you do a “how to get started video from home?”

  • @polaris6933
    @polaris6933 2 роки тому

    I've heard a lot of stories about people getting amazing deals on salvage titles with minor damage so I thought I'd see what's what. Glad I decided to do a bit of research and thanks for the very informative video, it seems the grass isn't as green as I though at first.

    • @510Redneck
      @510Redneck 2 роки тому +1

      It's all gravy if one lives close to a lot to freely view them-shop around but the problem is for most of us this is not the case. I used to have a huge lot super close to me and it was ez mode then but co-part bought them out and then moved out of the area 😒🤣 It was fun while it lasted I guess because I'm unwilling to buy them sight unseen and not willing to travel many hours now just to check one out... let alone pay for shipping etc.

  • @joking6052
    @joking6052 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for exposing these scam artists Andre, you will save innocent buyers millions of dollars my friend !! I have noticed that IAA will classify trashed cars as RUN and DRIVE if the engine starts even when you can see that the car will not drive ! Be careful.

  • @robertdaniels10
    @robertdaniels10 4 роки тому

    thank you so much for this info i am new and been looking at videos trying to figure out whats right and whats wrong watching your video covered many of my questions thank you millions

    • @SalvageSecrets
      @SalvageSecrets  4 роки тому +2

      I'm glad I was able to help! Let me know what other questions you might have and I'll try my best to answer them..

    • @DucatiRider73
      @DucatiRider73 4 роки тому

      SalvageSecrets I am thinking about buying exotic cars only fix and sell them I’m worried about salvage title people not willing to pay for them specially being salvage title
      Also the main question is let’s say Ferrari 488 brand new is 250k let’s say and I get same car for 110k and I spend 20k I’m in it for 130k the difference is 70k I’m think what profit you’ll make for salvage title car vs clean title hope you understand what I am asking plz help me

  • @WriterandPhotographer
    @WriterandPhotographer Рік тому

    Andrei......this video is becoming aged, but the advice is still very good and timeless. The more I read reviews of people's experiences with Coparts/IAA or the brokers, the more weary I am of dealing with any of these people, even though there is a car I really want to buy as a project car. It is in another state. The info about inspectors is good.

  • @totaltechsoccer7530
    @totaltechsoccer7530 Рік тому

    Very informative 👏

  • @yasmanycm
    @yasmanycm Рік тому

    Very helpful video, thanks

  • @derrickbarker8354
    @derrickbarker8354 4 роки тому

    Wow, this video have help me so much

  • @Poohbearsbaby
    @Poohbearsbaby 3 роки тому

    Omg thank you for this post!!!!

  • @BaoNguyenSuperDuperAwesomeGuy
    @BaoNguyenSuperDuperAwesomeGuy 3 роки тому +1

    Great videos. Very informative and very helpful to us newbies who are interested in auction vehicles. Thanks for posting!

  • @starobinful
    @starobinful 5 місяців тому

    Thanks Andrey
    Wanted to ask if there is any program that helps me to put auto pilot ( like ebay has esnipe ?)

  • @ChromeN9ne
    @ChromeN9ne 2 роки тому

    You should offer car auction hunting services! I'm thinking to get a 330i with the NB48 engine, all I can find in the used car market right now are salvage vehicles from USA anyway, so no choice but to get one for myself.

  • @sciflyer67
    @sciflyer67 3 роки тому +8

    The problem with cars today is that they are all plastic and the covers "cover up" everything behind it. Old metal cars can't be easily covered up.

  • @uchenwosu4179
    @uchenwosu4179 6 місяців тому

    this is an eye opening video

  • @jasonli7547
    @jasonli7547 2 роки тому

    Have you bought a New York state MV-907A car? Do you have to go back to New York state to have the car inspected after you fixed it? Thanks.

  • @kevinburk1670
    @kevinburk1670 3 роки тому +1

    not so fast notsofast... very true my freind

  • @s13rxn93
    @s13rxn93 2 роки тому

    Awesome Vid - subscribed

  • @salvatoremule9666
    @salvatoremule9666 4 роки тому +1

    Great video

  • @shamveel0070
    @shamveel0070 3 роки тому +1

    You are a great person

  • @patrikwander991
    @patrikwander991 3 роки тому +1

    Andrey great video! Do you know some good car repairers in Belarus? I will follow ALL your advices. I am not Belarussian but I love potatoes :-) I am Russian speaking through grandmother, born in Sweden, my wife is from Latvia, right know I am in Jurmala. My class mate runs gtboard on youtube, maybe we can pull off some project off in future.

  • @allstateautobody1409
    @allstateautobody1409 3 роки тому +3

    VERY GOOD VIDEO!!! IT'S A SHAME THAT COPART ALLOWS THAT TO HAPPEN. COPART WAS A VERY GOOD AUCTION IN THE 80'S AND 90'S. JUST THE FEES THEY CHARGE SHOULD LET YOU KNOW THEY DON'T CARE IF YOU GET SCREWED. THEY DO VIRTUAL BIDDING AND NO MORE LIVE AUCTIONS. IT'S CHEAPER FOR THE AUCTION. LESS EMPLOYEES. BIG SCAM.

    • @JuanyJuanes
      @JuanyJuanes 2 роки тому

      I hate Copart. Every time I go there, they hustle me

  • @honsadon9550
    @honsadon9550 2 роки тому

    Thanks sooo much 🤗🤗

  • @MiguelFcool
    @MiguelFcool 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for your videos, help me alot . You should be deserve more subscribe and views, Happy New Year !! 😀👍

  • @richardnorth5994
    @richardnorth5994 4 роки тому +3

    There's an online calculator that Salvage Rebuilds uk used that works out Copart fees.

  • @adebayoisong9454
    @adebayoisong9454 2 роки тому

    Bro you are damn amazing.thanks so much for the huge informations

  • @anonymousf454
    @anonymousf454 Рік тому +1

    Any tips for estimating costs of repairs and parts?

  • @dereklewis4168
    @dereklewis4168 Рік тому

    I have a question ? I hope 🙏 you could answer with your expertise. If a carfax still says that a car with a rebuilt title bc of theft and tmu(total mileage unknown) still has 40 months of warranty, does that warranty still apply?

  • @luisage7061
    @luisage7061 Рік тому

    Good info

  • @patrickedosomwan2357
    @patrickedosomwan2357 5 місяців тому

    Thanks 🙏

  • @floridaboy9213
    @floridaboy9213 2 роки тому

    Damn I appreciate u for this g. Frfr💯💯💯

  • @MrBig-xc9gc
    @MrBig-xc9gc 4 роки тому +2

    He sounds Lithuanian. Really helpful & informative video, thanks.

    • @normal_mf5658
      @normal_mf5658 4 роки тому +1

      Im from lithuania ;D he sounds more slav xd

    • @MrBig-xc9gc
      @MrBig-xc9gc 4 роки тому +1

      @@normal_mf5658 Very cultured accent

    • @normal_mf5658
      @normal_mf5658 4 роки тому +1

      @@MrBig-xc9gc i have seen worse believe me xd

    • @SalvageSecrets
      @SalvageSecrets  4 роки тому +2

      I’m actually from Belarus.. but pretty close! :)

    • @mikejall3644
      @mikejall3644 3 роки тому +1

      @@SalvageSecrets I am a new sub love the information you provide good luck with your channel

  • @Jason-nt6rp
    @Jason-nt6rp 4 роки тому +1

    what about a front wrecked car for 2.600? (bmw m4) that a scam?

  • @silasf94
    @silasf94 3 роки тому

    How can I use AAA tow to get a car out of auction yard? What's the cheapest way to do that?

  • @mohamedtorky9767
    @mohamedtorky9767 Рік тому

    Hi, do you assist buying car from auction usa ?

  • @caylaclanton6074
    @caylaclanton6074 2 роки тому

    Why are the "Dents and dings" cars salvaged titles? I can't understand this unless it has something to do with recalls?

  • @engellsd3198
    @engellsd3198 2 роки тому +1

    😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘 thanks for the info you sweetie you got a new subscriber i love you 😘😘💕

  • @dianeruiz0721
    @dianeruiz0721 3 роки тому

    I subscribed!!!

  • @wissampaulus7001
    @wissampaulus7001 2 роки тому

    Hi, can I register NY 907A salvage in California? Thank you!

  • @shawnvalentine4869
    @shawnvalentine4869 4 роки тому

    Talked to this guy today. Has a 57Nomad. Body is all surface rust. Will need total rebuild. Has a motor and two transmissions to go with it. He said make him an offer, so what would be a fair offer for the both of us? Oh, original title included.

  • @makojuicedaniel9307
    @makojuicedaniel9307 Рік тому

    Im lookin for one that looks really bad to work on, newer etc but one that no one wants to touch so i can get it cheap, i dont even look at the ones with small damage, everyone wants those and the odds of getting it cheap suck, plus they have the rteserves on those etc.. im just not interested in those.
    im want one i can get for under 5k, thats a 2018 or newer and extremly fucked up, like a head on collision

  • @livewireelectrical1356
    @livewireelectrical1356 3 роки тому

    Very interesting video.
    I understand u are usa
    Any info for cars from copart uk.
    Many thanks

  • @owusudruye543
    @owusudruye543 3 роки тому

    what about estimated repair cost

  • @milosrandelovic9276
    @milosrandelovic9276 2 роки тому

    You just saved me money!

  • @reggyforest5299
    @reggyforest5299 3 роки тому

    that should be illegal but thx a million for the heads-up

  • @SameerKhan-ij4dt
    @SameerKhan-ij4dt Рік тому

    Can a PA salvage title car get the rebuild title ?

  • @SalvageSecrets
    @SalvageSecrets  4 роки тому +29

    If you enjoyed this video please join our FREE private Facebook group called Salvage Secrets here: bit.ly/34uQBr8 for more!
    I usually go Live in the group every week and discuss everything you need to know to buy and sell salvage cars profitably.
    You can ask me questions too! Thanks for watching.

  • @jayrich9240
    @jayrich9240 3 роки тому

    is iaa better than co part??

  • @tejsel
    @tejsel 3 роки тому +5

    I'm actually looking into doing this. So would it be safer to buy from an insurance company than a dealer if it lists the seller?

  • @willieboy8798
    @willieboy8798 4 місяці тому +1

    what do you expect shopping from crooked people, narkies , sociopaths and pyschopaths! good video informative!
    generally the only vehicles i buy are off road screw registration ....or buy motors for "offvechs"
    edit i consider the body a blanket to cover faults! look at the front end very carefully rear end damage is different!

  • @bobsmith962
    @bobsmith962 Рік тому

    Are fleet cars a big risk?

  • @mireyabravo6909
    @mireyabravo6909 3 роки тому

    Hi I’m new to Copart can you help me how to look for a car please because I’m scared to get a car that has more damage than I can afford?

    • @rogeliolinan715
      @rogeliolinan715 3 роки тому +1

      What type of vehicle are you looking for? I would also recommend you buy from IAA instead of Copart.

  • @alexanderflemming7083
    @alexanderflemming7083 10 місяців тому

    Brooooo i was literary about to buy a 907A !!!

  • @bigchungus1225
    @bigchungus1225 3 роки тому

    Just cause it has obvious damage doesnt mean it wasnt tinkered with, won a lexus, they removed the dash screen and seats and replaced with a screen from a hybrid car and seats off a car that had well over 100k miles of wear (the lexus only had 45k miles)

  • @fatousanogo7298
    @fatousanogo7298 3 роки тому

    i'm new, i wold like to buy a salvage car, could you help me ?

  • @gd50
    @gd50 2 роки тому +1

    Your English is good.

  • @acrawlerofthings7477
    @acrawlerofthings7477 4 роки тому

    lol Louisiana... Los Angeles

  • @billiebobbienorton2556
    @billiebobbienorton2556 4 роки тому

    Gracias!!!!