A rebuilt vehicle, also known as “prior salvage,” means it was branded “salvage” but was rebuilt to road worthiness. A rebuilt vehicle must pass safety and anti-theft inspections, and other state-mandated standards in order to return to the road.
Your Texas title will include the "Rebuilt Salvage" brand.
| NMVTIS Brand | Description |
| Rebuilt | Vehicle was previously branded “salvage” but was rebuilt to road worthiness. |
| Prior Owner Retained | Vehicle was previously branded "Owner Retained" and was sold. The new owner's title contains this brand. |
| Prior Non-Repairable / Repaired | Vehicle was constructed by repairing a vehicle that has been destroyed or declared to be non-repairable but has been issued a title pursuant to state law after falling within this criterion with this brand on the face of the certificate of title. |
When looking to purchase a used vehicle you might see one with a rebuilt title. The term “rebuilt” varies slightly from state-to-state, but is generally used to describe a salvaged vehicle that was repaired or restored. The vehicle previously carried a salvage title after it was damaged and considered totaled and inoperable. However, the vehicle was restored and title changed from salvage to rebuilt.
Considerations when looking at purchasing a rebuilt vehicle:
