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Old Oct 6, 2006 | 07:31 PM
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How can frame damage affect a car? I'm looking for a B5 in the NY/NJ/CT area and I found one in Nogaro Blue. Unforunately, it was in an accident and suffered frame damage. If it was offered at the right price, I would CONSIDER buying it.
 
Old Oct 6, 2006 | 07:36 PM
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forget it for your own good its classed as category A total right off in the UK and deems worthless and for spares only ( scrap yard fodder )
 
Old Oct 6, 2006 | 08:24 PM
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I knew a guy that got a car with frame damage and his tires would never align properly. It resulted in a crappy ride and bad tire wear.

In short, it would only appear that you were saving money.
 
Old Oct 7, 2006 | 09:31 PM
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if the car wasnt fixed right, then yes, there may be alignment issues, the car may pull to one side etc.
If the car however was fixed correctly and the alignment shop confirms it takes a perfect alignement and it drives straight, then i wouldnt be too concerned, as long as the car was fixed properly. Some shops butcher cars up so bad you wouldnt believe, so just be careful
 
Old Oct 7, 2006 | 10:30 PM
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ORIGINAL: pane2k

if the car wasnt fixed right, then yes, there may be alignment issues, the car may pull to one side etc.
If the car however was fixed correctly and the alignment shop confirms it takes a perfect alignement and it drives straight, then i wouldnt be too concerned, as long as the car was fixed properly. Some shops butcher cars up so bad you wouldnt believe, so just be careful
Interesting thought. If I'm interested, I'll research the body work and supporting documentation.
 
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