This case is an excellent example of how even with hidden damages, a car from the USA can be cost-effective. The 2016 Audi Q3 looked almost intact — with damaged right doors. But already in Poland, it was found that the vehicle had hit a curb, and the front part needed radiator replacements. Despite this, the car was fully restored, passed technical inspection, and cost the client about 15% less than a similar model on the Polish market.
🔍 Stage 1. Purchase at an auction in the USA
At first glance, the car only had damages to the left doors — front and rear. The hood, headlights, bumper, and geometry were all intact. This allowed us to buy the car at a good price.
🚢 Stage 2. Delivery to Poland
The vehicle was delivered in a container, like all the lots we work with. Container shipping provides reliability, protection, and minimizes the risk of additional damages en route.
🔧 Stage 3. Repair and maintenance: hidden damages
When the car arrived at the service station, after dismantling the front part, we discovered latent damages to the cooling system. It turned out that the Audi hit a curb, damaging the radiator frame (the radiator surround) and the radiators themselves. This increased the total repair budget, but we handled it quickly:
- Replaced both right doors with new original ones, painted to match the factory color.
- Installed new radiator, cooling radiator, and air conditioning radiator.
- Performed a full maintenance: oil, filters, diagnostics.
- The car is fully adapted and ready for use.
✅ Final: savings despite additional repairs
Yes, in the end, the repair cost a bit more than initially planned. But even considering the hidden damages, the project cost remained 15% below the market price of a 2016 Audi Q3 in Poland. The car passed all inspections, the technical check, and is ready for registration.
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