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2004 Ferrari 360
Flood Car

$24,000

 

2010 BMW M3
Theft Recovery

$4,000

2012 Camaro SS427
Theft Recovery

$3,500
Tesla Model 3 For Sale
2018 Tesla 3
Theft Recovery

$4,000
Ford Raptor For Sale White
2020 Ford Raptor
Theft Recovery

$16,000
Corvette C8 For Sale
2022 Corvette C8
Theft Recovery

$18,000

We Offer More Than 15,000 Repairable Vehicles For Sale Each Week

These are just a few examples - Inventory changes daily - 15,000 vehicles in stock

WE SPECIALIZE IN REPAIRABLE CARS AT DEEP DISCOUNTED PRICES? Fixer Upper vehicles having been involved in collisions, floods, storm damage, vandalism or stolen and recovered plus bank repo's.  NOTE: These repairable vehicles come direct from the major car insurance companies across the US and Canada and can typically be purchased for about 1/2 to 1/3 of their Kelley Blue Book value, depending on condition.


WHAT KIND OF VEHICLES ARE AVAILABLE? All model and years of cars, suvs, trucks, motorcycles, boats, rvs, atvs, jet skis, motorhomes, snowmobiles, farm tractors, trailers, bull dozers, bank repo's, corporate fleet liquidations, bankruptcy autos, late model military surplus and industrial vehicles. Search our Inventory Database More than 15,000 repairable vehicles for sale each week - Inventory changes daily. 


WHERE ARE THESE VEHICLES LOCATED? Our inventory outlets are nationwide across the US and Canada. Worldwide delivery and financing available.

HOW DO YOU BUY THESE VEHICLES?  Purchase online or inspect them in-person and buy them with check, cash, credit card, money order, ePay, bank transfer or PayPal. No Dealer license needed and vehicles are sold with a title. We offer more than 15,000 repairable vehicles for sale each week.

Inventory changes daily - 15,000 vehicles in stock - These are just a few examples



1958 Gullwing 300SL
Project Car

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2010 Corvette ZR1
Theft Recovery

$8,000

2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
Collision Damage

$25,000

1996 Skyline GT-R
Theft Recovery

$14,000

2012 Harley Softail
Theft Recovery

$2,500

1965 Mustang F-Back
Project Car

$4,000


2012 Lincoln Navigator
Theft Recovery

$4,000

 

2005 Lamborghini
Theft Recovery

$25,000

2012 Rover Sport
Theft Recovery

$4,000

2012 Ford Flex
Water Damage

$3,000

2012 Escalade
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2012 Honda CBR1000
Theft Recovery

$1,200


2010 Ferrari California
Collision Damage

$25,000

 

2012 Ducati 1198 S
Theft Recovery

$1,200

1967 Jaguar XKE
Flood Car

MAKE OFFER

2010 Mercedes S550 Collision Damage
$4,000

2010 Ford F150
Flood Truck

$4,000

2012 Yukon Denali
Theft Recovery

$3,000

Nationwide inventory locations across US and Canada.

Worldwide delivery and financing available.

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2012 BMW X5
Flood Car

$3,000

 

2014 Porsche Boxster
Theft Recovery

$4,000

2014 Hemi Challenger
Rollover Damage

$4,000

2012 Mercedes S550
Theft Recovery

$5,000

1995 Turbo Supra
Theft Recovery

$4,000

2012 Grand Cherokee
Theft Recovery

$3,000


2010 Cayenne GT Collision Damage
$5,000

 

2010 Mini Cooper
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2003 H2 Hummer
Theft Recovery

$4,000

1991 Porsche 911 Cab
Theft Recovery

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2008 Jeep Wrangler
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2005 Carrera GT
 Collision Damage

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2015 Big Dog Pit Bull
Theft Recovery

$2,500

 

2012 Silverado Truck
Collision Damage

$4,000

2010 Corvette Z06
Collision Damage

$6,000

2010 Roush Mustang
Theft Recovery

$4,000

2012 Ducati 848
Water Damage

$2,000

2012 BMW 750iL
Bank Repo

$4,000
THESE ARE ONLY A FEW EXAMPLES - WE OFFER MORE THAN 15,000 VEHICLES EACH WEEK


2009 Lamborghini
Collision Damage

$31,000

 

2011 Dodge Ram 1500
Rollover Damage

$3,000

2011 Honda CR-V
Collision Damage

$1,500

2015 Jeep Rubicon
Rollover Damage

$3,000

1971 Challenger 440
Project Car

$5,500

2020 Chaparral Boat
Theft Recovery

$5,000


2011 BMW M3
Collision Damage

$3,500

 

1998 McLaren F1
Bank Repo

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2015 Honda TRX420
Theft Recovery

$800

2008 Ferrari 599 GTB
Collision Damage

$24,00

2005 Ford GT
Collision Damage

$77,000

2015 Mustang
Collision Damage

$2,000


2008 Aston Martin DB9 Water Damage
$6,000

 

2010 BMW X5
Flood Car

$3,000

2012 Nissan 370Z
Theft Recovery

$2,500

2010 Honda Accord
Theft Recovery

$2,000

1965 Corvette 396
Water Damage

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2010 Silverado Truck
Collision Damage

$4,000


1969 Camaro Z28
Theft Recovery

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2010 Mercedes SL550
Flood Car

$4,000

2014 Harley Softail
Theft Recovery

$3,000

1998 Turbo Supra
Theft Recovery

$4,000

2015 Jeep Rubicon
Water Damage

$4,000

1968 Pontiac GTO 400
Flood Car

$5,000


2010 Porsche 911 C4S
Rollover Damage

$15,000

 

2009 Ford GT
Theft Recovery

$78,000

2018 Harley Fat Bob
Flood Bike

$2,500

2012 Mini Cooper
Theft Recovery

$2,000

2011 Honda CR-V
Street Flood

$2,000

2012 Hayabusa
Theft Recovery

$1,500


2010 Nissan Skyline
Collision Damage

$14,000

 

2012 Honda Goldwing
Theft Recovery

$2,000

2010 Viper SR10
Collision Damage

$25,000

2010 Audi R8
Theft Recovery

$15,000

2018 Freightliner RV
Water Damage

$7,000

1970 Challenger
Flood Car

$5,000

More than 15,000 fixer upper autos available each week at deep discounted prices

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2004 Ferrari Enzo
Collision Damage

MAKE OFFER

 

2010 BMW Z4
Street Flood

$2,500

2010 Toyota Camry
Theft Recovery

$2,000

1995 Cat Backhoe
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2010 Dodge Ram
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2010 Corvette C6
Dash Fire

$3,000


2008 Porsche Boxster
Theft Recovery

$3,000

 

2008 Ford F150
Water Damage

$3,500

1999 Ferrari 550
Collision Damage

$22,000

1999 BMW M3
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2007 Silverado Truck
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2016 Iron Horse
Collision Damage

$2,500


2012 Lotus Evora
Bank Repo

$5,000

 
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1997 Porsche C4S 
Collision Damage

$28,000

08 Corvette Z06
Collision Damage

$3,000

2006 Ford GT
Collision Damage

$69,000

1964 Cobra Replica
Engine Fire

$3,000

2010 Silverado LTZ
Flood Damage

$3,000


2015 Arctic Cat 650
Theft Recovery

$700

 
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2020 Tesla 3
Theft Recovery

$5,000
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1967 Porsche 911
Collision Damage

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2015 Harley Softail
Water Damage

$3,000

2007 BMW 750iL
Theft Recovery

$3,000

1965 Cobra Replica
Theft Recovery

$5,000


2012 Mustang GT
Collision Damage

$2,500

 

1960 Porsche 356B
Flood Car

MAKE OFFER

2010 Honda CBR600
Theft Recovery

$1,200

2012 Toyota Tundra
Collision Damage

$3,500
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1995 Ferrari F50
Theft Recovery

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1969 Camaro Z28
Theft Recovery

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Hustler Power Boat
Bank Repossession

$4,000

 

1966 Mustang Shelby
Project Car

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2018 Big Dog
Theft Recovery

$2,000

1967 Mustang F-Back
Project Car

$4,000

2012 Yamaha YMF700
Theft Recovery

$1,000

2002 Viper GTS
Collision Damage

$22,000

CURRENT  INVENTORY COUNT

 



2010 BMW 335i C
Vandal Damage

$2,000

 

2011 Mercedes E350
Water Damage

$3,000

2010 Challenger
Theft Recovery

$3,000


1987 Ferrari 328 GTS
Engine Fire

MAKE OFFER

 

1967 Jaguar XKE FHC
Water Damage

MAKE OFFER

2008 BMW 328iC
Flood Car

$2,500

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Inspect vehicles in-person or online. Nationwide locations across US and Canada.


1967 427 Corvette
Fire Damage

MAKE OFFER

 

2010 Ferrari California
Collision Damage

$22,000

2015 Camaro
Collision Damage

$3,000

2010 Nissan GT-R
Theft Recovery

$14,000

2010 Mercedes G500
Flood Car

$22,000

2015 Road Glide
Theft Recovery

$3,000


2010 Hayabusa 1300R
Theft Recovery

$1,200

 

2012 Ford F250 4X4
Theft Recovery

$3,000

1963 Porsche 356
Flood Car

MAKE OFFER

2010 BMW Z4
Flood Car

$3,000

1969 Camaro
Collision Damage

$6,500

1958 Corvette
Collision Damage

MAKE OFFER


2012 Ford F450
Theft Recovery

$3,500

 

2015 Sea Doo GTX
Theft Recovery

$800

2015 Panamera
Theft Recovery

$11,000

2012 Ridgeline
Collision Damage

$3,000

2012 Honda GL1800
Theft Recovery

$1,900

2011 BMW 535Xi
Theft Recovery

$3,000
THESE ARE JUST A FEW EXAMPLES - WE OFFER MORE THAN 15,000 VEHICLES EACH WEEK
 

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Pantera Detomaso
Collision Damage

$19,000

 

2004 Ferrari 360
Flood Car

$28,000

2012 Silverado 4X4
Water Damage

$3,900

2015 Jeep Wrangler
Flood Car

$3,500

1968 Pontiac GTO
Engine Fire

$6,000

2012 Honda Accord
Theft Recovery

$1,500


1994 Turbo Supra
Theft Recovery

$5,000

 

2010 Lamborghini
Collision Damage

$30,000

1953 Chevrolet Truck
Engine Fire

$7,000

2009 Porsche GT2
Flood Car

MAKE OFFER

2012 Mercedes E350
Flood Car

$4,000

2018 Street Glide
Water Damage

$3,000


2012 Mercedes GL450
Theft Recovery

$5,000

 
2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon For Sale
2018 Jeep Rubicon
Theft Recovery

$5,000

1958 Mercedes 300SL
Theft Recovery

MAKE OFFER

2015 Mini Cooper
Theft Recovery

$2,000

2014 Honda Civic
Theft Recovery

$2,000

2015 Mustang
Water Damage

$2,500

Worldwide Delivery and Financing Available
 

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2012 Ducati 1198 S
Theft Recovery

$1,500

 

2013 Escalade
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2008 BMW Z4
Collision Damage

$3,000

2010 BMW 335i
Flood Car

$3,000

1969 GTO 400
Flood Car

$6,000
2002 Ferrari Repairable Salvage
2002 Ferrari 360
Theft Recovery

$27,000


1964 Corvette Conv.
Theft Recovery

MAKE OFFER

 

2015 Harley FLHTCUI
Water Damage

$4,000

1972 Chevelle Conv.
Flood Car

$5,000
65 mustang fastback for sale
1965 Mustang 
Flood Car

$7,000

2010 F250 4X4 Diesel
Flood Damage

$3,000
military surplus am general humvee
2002 Humvee  
Military Surplus

$4,000


2011 BMW 335 Diesel
Theft Recovery

$3,000

 

2012 Harley FXDWG
Water Damage

$2,500

2010 Porsche 911 GT2
Flood Damage

MAKE OFFER
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John Deere 7230
Bank Repo

$29,000

1967 Jaguar XKE
Project Car

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2013 Silverado
Theft Recovery

$3,500


2006 Aston DB9
Vandal Damage

$4,000

 

2006 Cat D4H Dozer
Theft Recovery

$23,000

2014 Suzuki GSX1300
Theft Recovery

$1,500
2018-Chevrolet-Suburban
2020 Chevy Suburban
Theft Recovery

$6,000

2012 Nissan 370Z
Water Damage

$2,500
2020 Ford Dually F450 For Sale
2020 Ford F450
Theft Recovery

$7,900
All vehicles sold with titles. Nationwide locations. Deeply discounted prices.
 

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2014 BMW S1000RR
Theft Recovery

$3,000

 

2007 Escalade
Theft Recovery

$2,000

2013 Ford F150 4X4
Theft Recovery

$4,000

2004 Hummer H2
Theft Recovery

$4,000
Ford Raptor Truck Salvage For Sale
2018 Ford Raptor
Rollover

$12,500

1968 Camaro
Collision Damage

$7,000


2006 Dodge Viper
Front End Damage

$22,000

 

2012 Case 580M
Theft Recovery

$24,000

1967 Camaro
Project Car

$7,000

2015 Citation Jet CJ2
Engine Damage

MAKE OFFER
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2018 Kubota M6-141
Bank Repo

$29,000

2008 BMW M3
Collision Damage

$3,000


2015 EuroCopter 120
Storm Damage

MAKE OFFER

 

2012 Grand Cherokee
Theft Recovery

$2,500

2015 Ducati 1198S
Water Damage

$2,000

2010 Silverado 3500
Water Damage

$3,900

2012 BMW R1200RT
Theft Recovery

$3,000

1993 Turbo Supra
Theft Recovery

$5,000


2010 Ford F150 4X4
Water Damage

$4,000

 

2012 Mercedes E550
Theft Recovery

$3,000
2018 Mercedes GL 550
2018 MB GL 550
Collision Damage

$6,000

1966 Pontiac GTO
Theft Recovery

$7,000

2015 HD Road King
Water Damage

$3,000

2012 Goldwing 1800
Water Damage

$2,500


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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HOW DO YOU BUY THESE VEHICLES?  We offer more than 15,000 vehicles each week. Our inventory outlets are all across the USA and select Canadian cities. Inspect and buy in-person or online using our Inventory Database updated hourly in real-time and contains at least 15,000 vehicles each week. It provides full description of each vehicle to include 10 photos, description of condition, list of options, location, VIN, year, make/model, mileage, repair estimate and verification if starts and drives.
 

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WHO ARE WE?  Established in 1976 and the first company to sell repairable cars online beginning in 1999. We are the largest source of repairable salvage vehicles and our services are 100% Money-Back Guaranteed. Buy online or in-person from our inventory locations all across the USA and select cities in Canada. Search our real-time Inventory Database, it is updated hourly and contains more than 15,000 new units each week.


WHAT ARE REPAIRABLE VEHICLES? -  They're insured cars, suvs, trucks, motorcycles, boats, snowmobiles, jet skis, atv, rv and industrial vehicles. Some were stolen and then recovered or sustained repairable damage from collision, vandalism, storms or floods. The vehicle owner receives a cash settlement from their insurance company as compensation for damages or loss. The vehicle is then resold as insurance salvage at deep discounted prices.


DO THESE VEHICLES HAVE TITLES? - Yes, vehicles are sold with title and applicable sales documents for export or vehicle registration.


HOW DO YOU PAY FOR THESE VEHICLES? Buy these vehicle online or in-person with credit cards, bank wire transfers, PayPal, cashier's checks or cash.


WHAT KIND OF VEHICLES ARE AVAILABLE? - Virtually every make and year of cars, trucks, suvs, rvs, motorcycles, snowmobiles, jet skis, atvs, boats, motorhomes, bull dozers, farm tractors, trucks, trailers, bank repo's and industrial vehicles. We offer more than 15,000 repairable vehicles each week from our inventory outlet locations across the US and Canada.


IS THERE AN INVENTORY DATABASE TO SEARCH VEHICLES? - Yes, search more than 15,000 vehicles each week in our real-time Inventory Database. Our database updates hourly and provides a pertinent description of each vehicle to include 10 photos, description of condition, list of options, location, VIN, make/model, year, mileage, repair estimate and verification if it starts and drives. 


ARE PRICES REALLY THAT GOOD? - Yes, salvage vehicles are sold at deep discounted prices. They can sell for 1/2 to 1/3 of their Kelley Blue Book or NADA value, depending on condition.


DO YOU NEED A DEALER'S LICENSE TO BUY THESE VEHICLES? No Dealers license needed.


WHERE ARE THESE VEHICLES LOCATED?  Inspect vehicles at our inventory outlets all across the USA and Canada. You can also purchase these vehicles online with worldwide delivery available. View our real-time Inventory Database containing at least 15,000 repairable salvage cars for sale each week.

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NOTE: We offer an online, real-time Inventory Database updated hourly where you can view more than 15,000 of our repairable vehicles each week in full detail with photos, repair estimates, location and complete description to include if vehicles starts and drives.
 


 

The Largest Inventory of Readily Repairable Cars.


2012 BMW 535i
Flood Car

$3,000
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Piper PA-23-250
Theft Recovery

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Drilling Rig 
Bank Repo

$5,000
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2015 Tesla S
Theft Recovery

$4,000
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2020 Moto Guzzi 
Water Damage

$1,500
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2022 Silverado LT
Theft Recovery

$8,000
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Hughes Helicopter
Vandal Damage

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2015 Mustang Conv.
Flood Car

$2,500

2015 Challenger
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2008 Bentley GTC
Collision Damage

$12,000

2008 Hummer H2
Theft Recovery

$3,500

2018 Jeep Wrangler
Flood Damage

$4,000

2012 Hayabusa 1300
Theft Recovery

$1,500


2011 BMW 335D
Collision Damage

$2,500

 

2007 Ferrari F430
Collision Damage

$27,000

2018 Big Dog Pit Bull
Theft Recovery

$3,000

2006 Lamborghini
Rear End Damage

$27,000

2018 Jeep Rubicon
Roll Over Damage

$4,000

2010 Boxster
Theft Recovery

$4,000


1994 Dodge Viper
Flood Car

$24,000

 

2009 Hummer H4
Water Damage

$5,000

2003 Aston Martin
Collision Damage

$4,000

2018 Cayman
Collision Damage

$6,000

2012 Honda Accord
Flood Car

$1,500
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2020 GMC Denali 
Storm Damage

$8,500
THESE ARE ONLY A FEW EXAMPLES - WE OFFER MORE THAN 15,000 VEHICLES EACH WEEK
 

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2010 Yamaha YZF-R1
Theft Recovery

$1,200

1968 Corvette 427
Collision Damage

$28,000

2012 Toyota Camry
Theft Recovery

$1,500

2015 Harley Fat Boy
Water Damage

$3,000

1960 Corvette
Theft Recovery

MAKE OFFER


1967 Shelby GT
Project Car

MAKE OFFER

 

2012 Nissan 370Z
Theft Recovery

$2,000
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2014 Harley Tri Glide
Water Damage

$3,500

2006 Mercedes SL500
Flood Car

$5,000

2010 Ducati 999
Water Damage

$800

2010 Toyota Prius
Theft Recovery

$1,500


2006 Maybach 57
Theft Recovery

$15,000

 

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1994 Acura NSX
Flood Car

$17,000

2011 GMC Yukon
Water Damage

$3,000


1963 Jaguar XKE
Project Car

MAKE OFFER

 


2010 Dodge 3500
Water Damage

$4,500

 

2010 Ford F150
Roll Over Damage

$3,000

2012 Yamaha YZFR1
Water Damage

$900


2004 Aston Martin
Engine Fire

$4,000

 

2012 Mini Cooper
Water Damage

$3,000

2004 Bentley Arnage
Flood Car

$16,000


1965 Corvette
Collision Damage

MAKE OFFER

 

2010 Lexus RX350
Theft Recovery

$2,000

2012 Grand Cherokee
Theft Recovery

$2,000
 

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2022 Kubota M8 Tractor

Bank Repo
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2022 John Deere 8R Tractor

Bank Repo
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Theft Recovery
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212 Corvettes In Stock
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2010 AM General Humvee

Military Surplus Vehicle
MAKE OFFER
41 Military Vehicles In Stock
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2022 CAT D6 XL Bull Dozer

Bank Repo
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273 CAT Bull Dozers In Stock
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1972 BMW 2002tii

Project Car
MAKE OFFER
1,353 Project Cars In Stock
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1959 Harley Panhead

Engine Fire
MAKE OFFER
2,041 Motorcycles In Stock
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2012 RV Prevost Motorhome

Interior Damage
MAKE OFFER
1,941 RV In Stock
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2022 Boat Bene Yacht

Starboard Bow Damage
MAKE OFFER
387 Watercraft In Stock
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2020 Tesla Roadster

Theft Recovery
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201 Tesla In Stock
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2020 Ford F150 Raptor

Storm Damage
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2,281 Ford Trucks In Stock
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2022 Ford Bronco

Vandal Damage
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HISTORY OF THE REPAIRABLE CAR, TRUCK AND MOTORCYCLE


The journey through automotive history reveals a fascinating exploration of the advancements in vehicle repair and innovation. This narrative spans several decades, showcasing the unwavering commitment to excellence that has driven the automotive sector forward. 
From the bustling repair shops of the early 1900s to the sophisticated, interconnected automotive landscape of today, each period highlights the dedication to maintaining vehicles while expanding the limits of technological possibilities.

The automotive scene underwent a significant transformation in 1908 with the launch of Ford's Model-T, which, while not the first vehicle, revolutionized production through standardized parts, making cars more accessible. As automobiles gained popularity, the demand for regular maintenance led to the establishment of auto repair shops by 1914. In the initial era of automobiles, regular maintenance and repairs were essential, prompting machinists, blacksmiths, and bicycle mechanics to open car repair shops. Additionally, new car dealerships, gas stations, and garages in urban areas began to provide repair services. Although cars became more dependable, the necessity for repairs persisted, resulting in over 60,000 service shops by the 1920s.

The 1920s saw automotive giants like General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler significantly increase production and vehicle accessibility. Based in Detroit, these companies pioneered mass-production techniques, national marketing strategies, and product appeal, with GM introducing credit options, affordable luxury, and a diverse range of vehicles catering to various consumer preferences and financial situations.
Ford's assembly line innovations, initiated by Henry Ford, optimized production methods, resulting in lower costs and greater accessibility of automobiles for the average consumer. In contrast, Chrysler, under the leadership of Walter P. Chrysler, emphasized engineering innovations and appealing designs, enhancing the competitiveness of the automotive sector.

The post-World War II period witnessed a significant rise in the used car market, fueled by returning soldiers with mechanical expertise who embraced a vibrant hot rod culture, particularly in Southern California. The flourishing economy enabled car enthusiasts to invest in hot rods and parts, while an abundance of surplus war materials facilitated hot rodding activities. This culture, defined by the customization and enhancement of cars for both performance and visual appeal, gained traction, prompting car repair and body shops to adapt and expand their services to meet the growing demand as car ownership became increasingly widespread. The year 1948 was pivotal with the launch of the first genuine automatic transmission in the Oldsmobile, which not only increased the number of drivers on the road but also transformed the driving experience.

The introduction of the automatic transmission, widely recognized as the Hydra-Matic, marked a significant advancement in automotive technology by eliminating the necessity for manual gear shifting, thereby enhancing accessibility and convenience for a broader range of drivers, including those with varying skill levels. However, this innovation also added a layer of complexity to car repairs, as automatic transmissions feature sophisticated hydraulic systems, torque converters, and planetary gears, necessitating a higher degree of expertise and specialized tools for effective maintenance and repair compared to their manual counterparts.

In 1967, Bosch's electronic fuel injection system transformed automotive maintenance by enhancing diagnostic capabilities across multiple brands, addressing the limitations of traditional carburetors that often failed to provide optimal air-fuel mixtures, which led to inefficient combustion and increased emissions. The EFI system's precise control over fuel injection, informed by real-time sensor data, significantly improved combustion efficiency, resulting in enhanced fuel economy, reduced emissions, and superior overall engine performance.
The period from 1990 to 2020 witnessed a technological evolution marked by the implementation of the OBDII (On-Board Diagnostics) mandate in 1994, which represented a significant advancement in vehicle diagnostics and played a vital role in standardizing the tools necessary for identifying and resolving automotive issues.

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) mandated OBDII in 1994 for all vehicles sold within the state, which later became a national standard across the United States. OBDII was designed to establish a uniform system for monitoring engine performance and emissions by car insurance companies. A key feature of OBDII is its capability to produce Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), which serve as essential diagnostic aids for technicians, enabling them to swiftly pinpoint issues and implement necessary repairs.

By standardizing diagnostic tools and codes, OBDII greatly improved technician productivity, reducing the uncertainty that often accompanied vehicle diagnostics and facilitating faster, more precise repairs. Technicians can connect to the OBDII port to retrieve trouble codes and access real-time performance data, a practice that continues today.  1997, Japan transformed the automotive industry with the introduction of the Toyota Prius, which signified the widespread acceptance of electric vehicles.

The Toyota Prius, recognized as the first mass-produced EV hybrid electric vehicle, exemplified the capabilities of hybrid technology in response to rising environmental and fuel efficiency concerns. Its innovative design integrated a hybrid powertrain that utilized both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor, enabling operation on gasoline and electric power, thereby aiming to decrease fuel consumption and emissions while offering a greener transportation solution. A significant feature of the Prius was its regenerative braking technology, which captured energy during braking to enhance fuel efficiency by repurposing energy that would typically be wasted.

In 2019, the automotive industry faced significant challenges due to supply chain disruptions, a microchip shortage, and the onset of a pandemic, which collectively impacted the car market and led to a notable increase in demand for used vehicles.
The microchip shortage, influenced by geopolitical factors and semiconductor production issues, resulted in production delays for new cars, creating a scarcity that drove up prices and limited availability.

Consequently, as new car inventories dwindled and prices escalated, consumers increasingly turned to the used car market as a viable alternative. By 2025, the automotive landscape evolved into a connected ecosystem. Prepare for a transition to the current landscape of automotive repair, where numerous shops have transformed into interconnected networks that engage fluidly with parts suppliers, vendors, and vehicle owners. 

Today's consumers, accustomed to the conveniences of a digitally integrated environment, anticipate that auto repair facilities will align with these advancements. Repair shops that adopt innovative technologies not only fulfill but surpass customer expectations, thereby fostering significant business growth. As we reflect on the evolution of auto repair shops, it becomes evident that this field is characterized by constant change and dynamism. The journey from the straightforward mechanics of the Model-T.
 
To include the complexities of contemporary electric vehicles underscores a steadfast dedication to vehicle maintenance. The interconnected framework of 2025 highlights the resilience and flexibility of repair shops, ensuring their prosperity in a time when customer expectations dictate the path to success for repairable cars, trucks and motorcycles.