Indiana

Conversion Process

Repair vehicle. Pass state police inspection (VIN, frame, safety equipment, emissions, odometer). Submit affidavit from restorer, surrender salvage certificate, apply for rebuilt title at BMV.

Inspection Requirements

Type: both

Agency: Indiana State Police

$15 fee. State police inspect frame, structural components, safety equipment (airbags, seatbelts), emissions systems, VIN verification, and odometer reading. Separate 'REBUILT FLOOD DAMAGED VEHICLE' designation for flood vehicles.

Out-of-State Titles

Accepts out-of-state salvage: Yes

Accepts non-repairable: No

Accepts out-of-state salvage titles. Indiana state police inspection required.

Title Branding

Title reads: REBUILT VEHICLE

Issues parts-only: No

Issues certificate of destruction: Yes

Non-repairable label: Non-Repairable

Resale Impact

Indianapolis metro has good demand. Low $15 fee makes this very cost-effective. 70% threshold means more inventory enters salvage market.

Fees

Salvage title fee: $15

Rebuilt title fee: $15

Special Restrictions

• • Separate flood damage brand: 'REBUILT FLOOD DAMAGED VEHICLE'
• • 70% threshold is one of the lowest (more vehicles get salvage titles)
• • Restorer must provide sworn affidavit