Vermont salvage→rebuilt needs salvage title, major-parts bills, authorized rebuilt inspection (VIN + parts), Forms VT-017/VT-010/VD-119, then a title branded “rebuilt” with oral+written sale disclosure.
Maine salvage→rebuilt needs VIN/parts verification, Affidavit MVT-103 with new/used/repaired parts lists, then Rebuilt / Rebuilt Salvage / Repaired brands — not a Portland Marketplace shortcut.
Hurricane Matthew (2016) flood cars still surface in 2026 used inventory — AP/CARFAX-era warnings, NMVTIS brands, NICB VINCheck, and moisture PPI still beat “never flooded” speeches.
Grey-market imports may show thin U.S. service history, compliance notes, or title quirks — NHTSA HS-7 / Registered Importer rules matter more than a “clean” PDF. Pull both reports and verify compliance docs.
A lemon-law / manufacturer buyback title brand means the factory reacquired the car after warranty defects — disclosure rules vary by state; pull history, demand the buyback paperwork, and PPI before you negotiate.
WV salvage→reconstructed needs WV salvage title first, before photos, parts receipts with donor VINs, state safety inspection, then DMV reconstructed inspection — junk/non-repairable cannot rebuild.
NH salvage→rebuilt needs Title Bureau appointment, DSMV 545A affidavit, adjuster report, major-part bills of sale, salvage inspection/decal, then town clerk retitle branded Rebuilt Vehicle.
Montana salvage→rebuilt salvage needs Stage III VIN inspection ($18.50), traceable parts receipts, then a title that prints “rebuilt salvage” — identity check, not a roadworthiness warranty.
Delaware salvage→rebuilt needs DSP Auto Theft Unit inspection, color pre-repair photos, dated parts receipts with donor VINs, MV214, then DMV safety/emissions — brand stays disclosure.
Idaho salvage→Rebuilt Salvage needs repairs to Title 49 Ch.9 equipment standards, Salvage Vehicle Statement ITD 3311 at the county assessor, and a permanent brand — not a Boise Marketplace shortcut.
