Buying a salvaged car is a great way to accumulate bits and parts you can use to fix up your current vehicle! Most of the time, you can get these cars at auction.

In most cases, you can’t buy junk cars directly from the car insurance company. Instead, the insurance companies use auctions as a simple way to recoup losses from paying out accident claims.

You can find auction locations and dates by:

Since you aren’t looking to get a car in working condition, you can save time by checking online deals. Most auction companies post listings with pictures and notes describing the vehicle’s damage. They even allow online bidding! (Keep in mind that you can also find car parts at junkyards for a cheaper price.)

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