: If possible, visit the auction site or hire a third-party mechanic for a pre-purchase inspection. Be especially wary of flood-damaged cars, as electrical issues are often hidden.

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: Use the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) or services like Carfax to check for hidden damage history.

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