The cost of repairing a car from the USA. Is it difficult to repair cars from the United States in Poland?

Published:
1.9.2025

Buying a car from the United States is usually a real treat for fans of the American automobile. However, before the final purchase, you should always share the photos and parameters of the car with a professional mechanic. He will make a preliminary assessment, but also give his opinion on the condition of the vehicle. We must remember that the most important element is the replacement or repair of parts.

Table of contents:

  1. The question of the availability of the necessary parts
  2. Determined costs for repairing a damaged car
  3. Is it worth it at all?

The question of the availability of the necessary parts

The biggest challenge, of course, is the origin of the car. The European parts are different from the American ones. First of all, it is worth checking their availability on the market. However, we must be very careful if we want to bring them on our own. After all, we do not want to buy low-quality replacements, but only the highest quality parts. The support of a distributor or a trusted, specialized mechanic can be invaluable here. It is necessary to take into account, for example, the change of lighting that will be adapted to European requirements, the change of the meter or the conversion.

Determined costs for repairing a damaged car

It is impossible to value them unambiguously. Everything depends on the condition of the car, but as we mentioned - an experienced mechanic will estimate specific costs. However, for the most part, the final price is much lower than the price of the car without any damage. The exact model is also of great importance. So you should think in advance whether you have the right funds for the purchase and whether the whole thing simply corresponds to your expectations. It is important that a team of specialists properly advise during a given decision. Only then will you gain confidence and be able to take appropriate steps with our help. Taking part in the auction, or maybe seeing the already imported briquettes? You get a range of solutions.

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Is it worth it at all?

Without a doubt. Most cars have minor defects or damage. Surely we will not find American vehicles in Europe that are accompanied by such a bargain price. Repair costs will not exceed the value of the car, if you take into account the offers of trustworthy companies at the same time. Accident models are then eligible for repair as well as re-registration. However, the damage itself is usually small. So why are American drivers buying another car? Favorable insurance makes a new, more attractive vehicle definitely a better option for them.

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