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Learn everything you need to know about auto insurance for salvage and clean title cars with AutoBidMaster. Understand coverage options, state requirements, and how to insure your newly purchased vehicle from online auctions. Protect your investment and drive with peace of mind.

How to Calculate the Salvage Value of a Car

How to Calculate the Salvage Value of a Car

Buying a car at a salvage auction can be a great way to find vehicles that others overlook. While most buyers focus on clean-titled cars, experienced bidders know that many salvage vehicles still have plenty of potential and can be...
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Car Gap Insurance vs Loan/Lease Payoff Explained

Car Gap Insurance vs Loan/Lease Payoff Explained

When you finance or lease a car, protecting your investment is just as important as choosing the right vehicle. That’s where car GAP insurance and loan/lease payoff coverage come in. Both options help if your car is totaled or stolen...
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How to Buy Salvage Vehicles Online

How to Buy Salvage Vehicles Online

Buying a vehicle from a salvage auto auction can be an affordable and exciting experience, especially if you’re looking for a project car or simply want to save money. But before you jump in, it’s crucial to understand how to...
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Climate Surge Auctions: What You Need to Know

Climate Surge Auctions: What You Need to Know

Extreme weather is reshaping the rhythm of the auto salvage market. Every major flood, hurricane, hailstorm, or wildfire now brings a surge of total-loss vehicles entering salvage auctions in short, powerful waves. For experienced buyers, these “climate event surge auctions”...
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Salvage Title VIN Check and Better Buying

Salvage Title VIN Check and Better Buying

Buying used shouldn’t feel like guesswork. If you’re looking at damaged vehicles or listings that seem too good to be true, start with a salvage title VIN check. By running the vehicle identification number VIN, you can access key information...
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A 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera’s Revival With AutoBidMaster

A 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera’s Revival With AutoBidMaster

Hey bidders, Rusty here! There are cars you expect to see in a salvage yard. Old family sedans. Work trucks that’ve been through a dozen owners. The kind of cars that were never loved, just used. A Porsche 911 Carrera...
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Salvage Luxury Cars vs. Budget Cars: Which Has the Best ROI

Salvage Luxury Cars vs. Budget Cars: Which Has the Best ROI

When it comes to buying salvage vehicles, the question of return on investment (ROI) often drives the decision. Many buyers wonder whether salvage luxury cars or budget models deliver better value. Luxury sedans from leading luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz C...
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The Future of Used EVs – A Guide

The Future of Used EVs – A Guide

Not too long ago, spotting an electric car felt like catching a glimpse of the future. Now, they’re everywhere: lined up in traffic, parked at supermarkets, even towing boats at the lake. And with all those new sales, another trend...
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Can Oil Go Bad Sitting in Your Car?

Can Oil Go Bad Sitting in Your Car?

For most drivers, oil changes are calculated in terms of miles, i.e., every 5,000, 7,500, or maybe 10,000 miles, depending on the car and how often it has been driven. But what if the miles never rack up? Maybe you’re...
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