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Salvage title
A title status used under state rules for certain damaged or totaled vehicles. Exact definitions and restrictions vary.
Why the term matters
Check the motor vehicle agency’s requirements before buying, retaining, repairing or operating the vehicle. An insurance offer does not answer every title and registration question.
A question to ask
“Where does this term appear in my report or policy, and how does it affect this specific calculation or next step?” Ask for a written explanation tied to the document.
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