With hurricane/tropical storm Harvey continuing to pound portions of Texas and Louisiana, the total extent of the damage is still unclear. What's more, Cox Automotive estimates that close to a half million cars will have to be scrapped due to flood damage. These include both older models and what Edmunds.com estimates could be as many as 200,000 new-inventory vehicles left underwater in storm-ravaged areas. Numerous sources report flood and damage information to such services, including insurance companies and state Departments of Motor Vehicles. Look for signs of recently shampooed or replaced carpeting or freshly cleaned upholstery that may have been performed subsequent to flooding.

Source: Forbes August 30, 2017 17:48 UTC