Salvage vehicles for sale have found a wonderful niche market. Most people do not realize the popularity of purchasing damaged cars for the purpose of rebuilding. Many people believe that all one can do with a salvaged damaged car is to sell the pieces for scrap. That is not entirely true as it all depends on the extent of the damage. Many of these are cars still in great condition, with minor to medium damage. These vehicles can be local or foreign makes and many of the online sites, auction houses, or dealerships will carry them. However, if aficionados have a certain vehicle, make and model, in mind, they may have to shop around for the dealership which carries that brand.

Salvage vehicles for sale come in all makes and models and can be foreign or domestic brands. The vehicles can include; cars, trucks, jeeps, vans, SUV's, boats, motorcycles, trackers, and all terrain vehicles. Many of these cars were released by the insurance company and written off as a complete loss. Insurance companies will not repair any vehicle that will cost as much to repair as it is worth, according to market value. These damaged vehicles were repossessed by the insurance company because of non-payment and are damaged, or they were damaged in a natural disaster such as a fire, flood, snow or hail storm. They may have sustained damage in a major collision.

It would be up to consumers to check out several factors before considering purchasing any wrecked vehicle for sale. First, it would be important to know the market value of a new or second-hand vehicle of the same make and model. Then, it would be important to get an estimate on how much the repairs would cost. Some smart consumers will cut down on the cost by doing their own repairs.