Who doesn’t want a supercar at a bargain price?
The dream supercar is something that very few auto enthusiasts can afford. Although owning one is an entirely different story, it is now possible to buy a supercar that needs repairs for a fraction the actual cost. What is the process? Continue reading.
Copart offers totaled cars of all types, makes, years, and segments. These cars are vehicles that are not economically profitable for insurance companies and have suffered damage to their engine, body, or suspension. A car that cost $80,000 can be bought for $30,000 and repaired. Then you can drive it. It’s not easy but it’s possible.
YouTuber Samcrac has a new video that shows the world of salvage auctions and the process of buying an Audi R8 at half the market price. Although it sounds like you’ve won the lottery, it’s actually much more complex. It is important to choose the right example, calculate the taxes and fees, and be ready for greater damage than originally reported.
The German supercar was described as having minor exterior dents or scratches and undercarriage damage. After many hours of research and disassembly, the new owner found that the frame connecting the interior to the trunk (where many components such as the ABS module and battery are located) was broken. This is an aluminum detail and must be welded and correctly aligned. There is no damage to the mainframe rails.
It turns out that it isn’t an easy fix. While only one major piece of the problem needs to be fixed, welding aluminum can be a difficult job. You have to do it correctly and reinforce it. This series is going to be very interesting.