In New Mexico, it is possible to reconstruct and rebuild vehicles that have been deemed total losses by insurance companies.
Repairing the Vehicle
These vehicles have a salvage title after the insurance company declared them to be a total loss. And at that point, the owner needs to repair the vehicle to get it back into roadworthy shape.
If the vehicle is non-repairable, the owner will not be able to sell it, except to licensed auto recyclers. Also, if it’s repairable, they can make the repairs needed to get the vehicle back on the road again.
Paperwork
After completing the repairs needed for the vehicle, drivers will need to provide a number of different items to the Motor Vehicle Department including the manufacturer’s certificate of origin or certificate of title, and invoices and bills of sale for all of the parts purchased in the repair of the vehicle.
Inspections
After the vehicle has been repaired and goes through an inspection, it will be possible for the owner to receive a reconditioned title. The title will always bear the reconditioned title, which is the same as salvage in other states.
After getting the vehicle through the inspections and the new title, it will be possible to register the vehicle. And also drive it on the roads again, provided that you have insurance coverage.
The fees for the inspection, titling, and registration are subject to change, so it is always a good idea to visit the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Department website to find the latest fees.
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