1. Check the vehicle’s title history, which may state whether it has sustained flood damage. 2. Examine the interior and engine compartment for evidence of water and grit from suspected submersion. 3. Check for recently shampooed carpet. 4. Check under the floorboard carpet for water residue or stain marks from evaporated water not related to air conditioning pan leaks. 5. Look for rusting inside the car and beneath interior carpeting, and visually inspect all interior upholstery and door panels for evidence of fading. 6. Check under the dashboard for dried mud and residue, and note any evidence of mold or musty odors in the upholstery, carpet or trunk. 7. Check for rust on any screws in the console or other areas where water normally would not reach unless the vehicle had been submerged. 8. Check for mud or grit in alternator crevices, behind wiring harnesses and around the small recesses of starter motors, power steering pumps and relays. 9. Complete a detailed inspection of the electrical wiring system, looking for rusted components, water residue or suspicious corrosion. 10. Inspect the undercarriage of other components for evidence of rust and flaking metal that would not normally be associated with late-model vehicles. | 
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