I was just about to buy a used truck (2004 Dodge Ram 4x4 Diesel) and just before we finalized the deal, I found out it was in an accident (even though the dealer said it was not - even in WRITING). When I obtained detailed claim information from the insurance company, I found out it the front left and right rails had been repaired (about 4 hours of labor total).
Apparently, this truck was involved in an accident in a parking lot and had around $7,000 in repairs. Looked more like the previous owner rear-ended someone.
While I know that buying a used vehicle with frame repair is usually a no-no, is there anyway of knowing if the repair was done perfectly - so it will never develop faults in the drivetrain as a result or so it will not compromise safety in a future accident? Privacy laws prevent me from finding out who did the repairs.
Perhaps I should just run away now?
Thanks, Paula