In Florida you will need to obtain a salvage title if your vehicle has been wrecked or damaged beyond the cost of repair (usually 80% of the value) If you have insurance your insurance company will determine whether the car is to be salvaged or not and they will also handle getting a salvage certificate through the DMV. If you do not have insurance you are still required to notify the DMV to get a salvage title certificate no matter if you decide to keep the car or dispose of it.

To register your car as a salvage title you will need to fill out this form http://www.flhsmv.gov/hsmvdocs/dmv82363.pdf and take it to your local county tax collectors office along with the original title from the car or an out-of-state title and some money (there will be fees involved).

If you decide to keep the vehicle and rebuild it be sure to keep all of your receipts for any parts you purchase to rebuild the car. It is possible to rebuild the vehicle and receive a Salvage Rebuildable title. For more information on the requirements and laws to rebuild a salvage vehicle check with your local Florida DMV.

Salvage, Wrecked Cars and Trucks for Sale in Florida