What does Cat S mean?

Asked on 12 January 2023 by keenchap

Answered by Lawrence Allan

Cat S means a car has suffered structural damage - so the car's chassis or suspension - after an accident. It is still considered repairable, but be wary as it can be a very expensive fix and the car will need to be independently inspected prior to it going back on the road.

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