{"id":32484,"date":"2023-01-17T10:13:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-17T02:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/item\/3"},"modified":"2023-12-05T15:02:09","modified_gmt":"2023-12-05T07:02:09","slug":"how-to-deal-with-flood-damaged-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/how-to-deal-with-flood-damaged-car","title":{"rendered":"What Do I Do With A Flooded Car & How Should I Dispose of It?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Malaysia, in all of its grace and glory, is fortunately blessed to be geographically located in the \u201c<\/span>Pacific Rim of Fire<\/span><\/a>\u201d which is free from natural disasters that tend to happen in our neighboring countries according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department. However, Malaysia is highly prone to landslides and floods which always make waves around the country whenever the monsoon season is around.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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If your car has been flooded as of the reading of this article, we\u2019d like to offer our sincere condolences. Dealing with a flooded vehicle isn\u2019t easy if you have ever gotten caught in one. To some, a car may be the pride and joy of your life and to others, a necessary mode of transport. When the flood waters finally subside, you have a few options on how to deal with a flooded car.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Read More: <\/strong>How I Saved My Honda Jazz From Extensive Flood Damage<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Send It To The Mechanic For Repairs<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"RepairingUnless the car chassis is wrecked and written off as a total loss by your insurance company, you can still repair a flooded car. However, bear in mind the exact cost to repair your car varies from make and model, damage condition, parts required, and manpower costs depending on the workshop. Japanese, Korean and domestic branded cars are generally <\/span>easier and cheaper<\/span><\/a> to repair. In comparison with continental brands, their replacement parts cost much higher. Even if you can afford them, the additional mechanical complexity of continental cars will warrant multiple visits to the workshop. Pay attention to car workshops around you if you live in a flood-prone area. What type of cars are always left there sitting in a workshop?<\/span><\/p>\n