If a car is in an accident, and the repair shop restored it to new condition (no bent frame, new parts, paint, airbag, etc.), why does it still lose value in as a trade in, if it is otherwise in great condition, with low miles?
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The short version is this: Because when there’s an accident, there are always unseen stresses and minor changes that don’t exist in a similar car that was NOT in an accident. Immediately post-repair, these may be undetectable, but over time these tiny stresses can become cracks, and create problems down the line.
It’s always better to get undamaged than repaired.
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