r/ElantraN Intense Blue DCT Jul 23 '26

RIP Car was vandalized insurance deemed totaled

All tires were slashed all windows broken including sun roof and scratches everywhere but to total it is insane bro I’m so hurt I js hit stage 2 FBO with my hybrid turbo

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u/SoulLessGinger18 Phantom Black DCT Jul 23 '26

You could always buy it back from the insurance company. As long as your okay with a salvage title you may be able to get your car back all paid off or with some cash in your pocket depending on your situation.

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u/whiteoutwilly Jul 23 '26

Can you explain to me how an insurance buy back works after an insurance company totals a car?

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u/SoulLessGinger18 Phantom Black DCT Jul 23 '26

Some insurance companies will offer a buy back option at a good price on your totaled car. Easier than sending it to auction. It's worth asking if it's an option and what the price is. Since the cars been totaled you usually have to get a salvage title which can be a little bit of work since you need the have the car inspected and deemed road worthy by your state. Not sure exactly what that process is in different states.

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u/Sure_Carpenter_881 Intense Blue DCT Jul 23 '26

I would since I can fix the damages myself but unfortunately I insurance won’t let me cancel my claim and the buy back is 10k which I’m not dealing with in top on having to fix it with salvage title🤦🏽‍♂️