[Bill Vargos]

If you could buy a FLOOD DAMAGED Hellcat CHEAP, Would you and why?

2016 Dodge Challenger, 20770219 | IAA-Insurance Auto Auctions

2016 Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT

2016 Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT

Stock#: 20770219

VIN: 2C3CDZC95GH118247

Jacksonville (FL)

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• Not Ready for Sale Florida Farm Bureau Group
• CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION (Florida) FLOOD ACV: $59,976 USD ERC: $60,000 USD

Selling Branch: Jacksonville (FL)

Vehicle Location:

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• CAT Jacksonville Normandy Blvd
• 10950 NORMANDY BLVD
• JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32221
• 904-768-6500

Vehicle Location Info

Auction Date and Time: Not Ready for Sale

Lane/Item #: Available two days before sale

Seller: Florida Farm Bureau Group

Actual Cash Value: $59,976 USD

Estimated Repair Cost: $60,000 USD

Title/Sale Doc: CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION (Florida)

Title/Sale Doc Notes: FLOOD

IAA Condition Details

Loss: Water

Primary Damage: Flood

Odometer: 1,892 mi (Actual)

Start Code: Run & Drive

Key: Key(s) Present, Keyfob Present

Vehicle Wheels: Alloy Wheels

Airbags Checked: Driver: Intact, Passenger: Intact, Right Rear: Intact, Left Rear: Intact

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Vehicle Location:

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• CAT Jacksonville Normandy Blvd
• 10950 NORMANDY BLVD
• JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32221
• 904-768-6500

VIN Details

VIN (Status): 2C3CDZC95GH118247 (OK)

Vehicle: Automobile

Manufactured In: US

Body Style: Coupe 2 Door

Vehicle Class: 2-door Mid-Size Passenger Car

Model: Challenger

Series: SRT HELLCAT

Engine: 6.2L V8 FI OHV 16V IF2, Supercharger

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Cylinders: 8 Cylinders

Restraint System: Du Frnt/Sd/Hd Air Bgs/Rr Hd Ar Bgs/Act Belts

Transmission: 6 Speed

Drive Line Type: Rear Wheel Drive

Exterior/Interior: Purple / Black

Entertainment: Radio

 

[moparjim]

If it was stupid cheap like used v6 money I might be tempted. Then I would go through the car changing all fluids at least. Then strip it down and make a drag car out of it.

 

[ArchGE]

Do know how submerged it was? With an estimated repair cost of $60K, I think I'd run away fast.

 

[fuel10922]

Flood vehicles are never a good idea unless its just for parts. As the car dry's out all the electrical connections begin to corrode which can and will cause many issues. Run away...quickly!

 

[Mike02z]

If it was a salt water flood, I'd avoid like the plague. If it's a fresh water flood it would depend how high the water got. If the water line is higher than the lowest part of the dash, I'd run. Check the door panels to see if you can tell where the water line is. If you buy it you'll likely need to fix the damage and apply for a reconstructed vehicle title. Check your state law. In some states it's easier than others. In PA all you need are the right forms and pictures of all 4 sides of the car.
My guess is this will go for around 30,000.

I had a 2002 Z28 (thus my user ID) that was a former flood vehicle. The water only reached the lower part of the seat. I picked up 2 used seats and new carpet and drove it for 7 years and 60k miles with no issues.

 

[toekneethetiger]

Nope. Two things that don't mix well with water. Farts and electronics.

 

[Red_KittyCat]

Nope. Two things that don't mix well with water. Farts and electronics.

Three things - you can add my kids to the list...

 

[jessemas27]

Yes! In fact, I want one bad. Last I saw, they were starting out around $18,000, but I have not seen what their final sales have gone for yet. I would turn it into a race car and if I lost everything, I could part the car out to cover all of my cost or even make a tidy profit from the deal. I'm also interested in the brand new one ton trucks that are floating around, but I'd hate to have one of those without a warranty unless it was just a screaming deal.

 

[Lord Hellcat]

far too many electronic control systems to worry about being messed up by the water damage. I would not bother unless you could make a profit breaking it for parts

 

[BULL]

If I knew enough about the exact car, conditions, etc, and the price was right, and I had specific use for a HIGH risk venture, then maybe...


If a frog had wings it wouldn't bump its ass when it jumped either...


.02

 

[SKULLNUTZ]

Throw the dice maybe and make it a drag strip road race beast.
It would be hard to get it insured especially here in Texas. Once they see salvage it's a big no from them

 

[Mike02z]

In PA once the car is given a reconstructed title the insurance company's are fine with it.

A few years ago I picked up a salvage title 1993 Corvette and my son and I fixed it and got the reconstructed title. I added it to my policy with no issues. My son had what appeared to be a minor accident over the summer. The insurance company totaled it. I was afraid because it was a former salvage title vehicle that I would not get much. To my surprise, my insurance did not care since the vehicle was titled properly. I got the same money as a clean titled 93 Corvette.

 

[Hell-Tach]

I see it as maybe it is really messed up or maybe it isn't messed that bad but had to be flooded out for legal reasons or somewhere inbetween. It is a risk but it could be worthwhile. Maybe even to keep for spare parts. But it depends on how cheap you actually get it for. If I had a spacious garage and plenty of tools then I probably would pick it up as a project. Otherwise no.

 

[Jack_Toepfer]

$18k is too rich for my blood, but salt or not, think about all of the parts on this car that you could use or sell.
Salt will corrode electronics much faster than fresh, but it hasn’t been that long since the flood, so I’d say it’s worth the risk.

 

[jtg]

uhhh.. not a chance. maybe if you're going to strip it for parts, but you're basically taking a shot at throwing $18k out the window. I'd pass.

 

[Intense]

I'm no adjuster with long term affect experience or knowledge besides common sense but price would be the biggest concern obviously. If low enough, the parts could recoup the initial investment but the insurance companies will price accordingly. With a 60k estimate, I'd ask for the estimate itself if available.

I'd like the engine and trans and would disassemble, check, and reassemble myself. As long as it was not turned over (somehow), it should check out.

 

[GBlair16HC]

Flooded car in Florida = salt water. Salt will eat that car away and although you can’t see it, it’s already started. That car will deteriorate back to its original elements.

My advice. Stop looking at it. Delete the memory in your mind and erase you computers history. I live on the gulf coast, I’ve seen hundreds if not thousands of flooded cars after a hurricane. They all end the same. TOTAL LOSS.

 

[guitar2323]

I'd pay 10 grand.No more.

 

[JimT]

The answer is...absolutely yes. I'm a rebuilder in AL, and work only Challengers and ford Raptors. Many flood vehicles, but you have to know what to do. Water fresh v salt is key, but dry out, change/flush all fluids...keeping in mind nearly all flood units were never run under water..so most engine items are no issue if fully flushed. Trans is sealed, so we've never come across one with water in it. Rear is flushed too. Electronics in the trunk is key, as replacing of the harness is done (as the fuse box/harness is one piece in challenger) as a rule. We finished a 392 SRT that is perfect. Don't fear the flood car, as it hasn't been smashed in a wreck with key items shaken to bits. Most are perfectly intact, but feared for the key reason of fear of the unknown. My daily driver is a 2013 Houston flood Raptor...and it's badass. Fuse panel, programming, dry out and new sync system was it. Those fuse panels do corrode, so you replace and clean connections. Flood cars weren't underwater for months or years...it's generally a day or couple of days. Don't fear what you don't know. My other car is a supercharged 2010 challenger r/t with stroked 6.4L 775hp/665rwhp..not a flood car though. Love challengers.

 

[BULL]

The answer is...absolutely yes. I'm a rebuilder in AL, and work only Challengers and ford Raptors. Many flood vehicles, but you have to know what to do. Water fresh v salt is key, but dry out, change/flush all fluids...keeping in mind nearly all flood units were never run under water..so most engine items are no issue if fully flushed. Trans is sealed, so we've never come across one with water in it. Rear is flushed too. Electronics in the trunk is key, as replacing of the harness is done (as the fuse box/harness is one piece in challenger) as a rule. We finished a 392 SRT that is perfect. Don't fear the flood car, as it hasn't been smashed in a wreck with key items shaken to bits. Most are perfectly intact, but feared for the key reason of fear of the unknown. My daily driver is a 2013 Houston flood Raptor...and it's badass. Fuse panel, programming, dry out and new sync system was it. Those fuse panels do corrode, so you replace and clean connections. Flood cars weren't underwater for months or years...it's generally a day or couple of days. Don't fear what you don't know. My other car is a supercharged 2010 challenger r/t with stroked 6.4L 775hp/665rwhp..not a flood car though. Love challengers.

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