u/Canid_Erectus

2014 Corolla with 3 accidents from previous owners

2014 Corolla with 3 accidents from previous owners

I have the opportunity to purchase a Corolla from a friend. It's been relatively well-maintained as far as I'm aware and only has around 110k on it. It has 3 accidents reported, one from Dec 2019, one from Jan 2021, and one from Feb 2021. I've seen it in-person and the bumper is zip-tied on and the back bumper has a small dent but it drives well and they say it's been a very reliable car and they love it. They are only getting rid of it because their parents are helping them purchase a newer 2020 Santa Fe. They are only asking 2k for it and I really trust them.

I am pretty sure we are going to be purchasing it from them, but I want to know if the accidents would raise insurance costs. I am not sure the extent, Vincheckup just refers to them as accidents.

I currently drive a gas-guzzling 2003 Ford Expedition that was given to me by my grandmother. It costs over $80 to fill the tank from empty, and I'd really like something better on gas mileage, but also cheap to insure. Any help would be appreciated.

u/Canid_Erectus — 1 day ago