CAR CAR - Certified Automotive Recycler Vehicle Acquisition & Title Processing Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is a Certificate of Destruction (COD) in automotive recycling?

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A state-issued certificate confirming a vehicle has been permanently destroyed and cannot be titled again

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An OSHA safety compliance certificate

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A certificate for destroyed manufacturing tooling

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A document certifying hazardous waste has been disposed of properly

Question 2

What should an automotive recycler do if a purchased vehicle has a lien recorded on its title?

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Obtain a lien release from the lienholder before processing the vehicle

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Ignore it and proceed with dismantling immediately

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Return the vehicle to the seller without documentation

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Report the lien to the EPA

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of VIN verification when acquiring vehicles for recycling?

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To confirm the vehicle identity matches its title and has not been reported stolen

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To determine the vehicle's fuel economy rating

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To calculate the current scrap metal commodity value

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To assess tire and wheel condition

Question 4

Under most US state laws, who is responsible for notifying the DMV when a vehicle is acquired for dismantling?

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The automotive recycler

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The previous registered owner

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The insurance company that insured the vehicle

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The towing company that transported the vehicle

Question 5

What does fair market value mean when recyclers purchase end-of-life vehicles?

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The price a willing, informed buyer and seller would agree upon in an arm's-length transaction

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The manufacturer's original MSRP when new

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The current scrap metal spot price per ton only

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A government-mandated fixed price per vehicle

Question 6

What does a 'non-repairable' or 'junk' vehicle designation on a title mean?

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The vehicle can only be used for parts or scrap and can never be re-titled for road use

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The vehicle needs only minor cosmetic repairs

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It applies only to antique or collectible vehicles

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It means the vehicle can be repaired and re-registered after inspection