Title brands come first
Salvage, rebuilt, flood or lemon-law brands change a vehicle's value and insurability. If any appear, get a full explanation and an inspection before going further.
Reading accident entries
Minor damage with no airbag deployment is common. Structural damage, airbag deployment or a vehicle described as towed from the scene deserve a closer look at the repair quality.
Odometer and ownership
Mileage should climb steadily. A drop or a long gap can mean a reporting error or a rollback. Several owners in a short time is worth asking about.
What reports can miss
Only reported events appear. A cash repair at a small shop may never show up, which is why a physical inspection still matters.
Ask for both the history report and the dealer's own reconditioning record. Together they show what was found and what was fixed.
General information for Houston-area drivers, not legal, tax or financial advice. Program terms, laws and fees change; confirm current details with our team or the official source.
