Sourcing Damaged Cars is the first step in the salvage car business. It involves identifying and acquiring vehicles that have sustained significant damage but still have potential value after repairs. This process includes:

• Auction Purchases: Salvage cars are often available at insurance and salvage car auctions, where vehicles are sold at lower prices due to their damaged condition. These auctions are a primary source for finding cars that can be restored and resold.
• Private Sellers: Cars can also be sourced directly from private sellers who want to offload vehicles that are either beyond their repair capability or too expensive to fix. These may include accident victims or owners who no longer want to deal with the damage.
• Insurance Companies: Often, when a car is involved in an accident and declared a total loss by an insurance company, it is considered a salvage vehicle. Working with insurers or salvage agents allows businesses to acquire these cars at discounted rates.
• Local Salvage Yards: Salvage yards often have a stock of damaged cars that can be purchased for parts or repairs. They may offer cars that are partially dismantled, but still valuable for the salvage business.

The goal is to find vehicles that offer the best potential for repair, ensuring a profitable return once restored and resold. This requires evaluating the car’s condition, damage severity, and overall market value after repairs.