Buying a repaired Cat D write off?

I am considering buying a Fiat Panda 1.1 eco 2009[59 plate] with 6k miles only CAT D repaired Insurance write off.

Question is - are there any drawbacks and how much is it actually worth? Seller is asking £3k.

Asked on 6 September 2012 by michael hirons

Answered by Honest John
Normal trade for a non Cat D would be £3,300. Normal retail £4,670. Probably worth it.
Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:
    Select a few terms below
Similar questions
I recently bought a Golf TDI auto second hand from a dealer. I had continuous problems with it breaking down, so I looked into the history of the car and found it had been written off in an accident,...
Someone ran in to the back of my 11 year old Toyota Corolla, and put it ‘beyond economical repair’. I’ve had the car from new in 1998. The insurance company want to offer me book value, but my argument...
What do I have to do to put my Cat S car back on the road?
Related models
Impressively capable off road and in snow. Chunky looks. As practical as the standard Panda. Good quality and easy to use interior.
 

Ask Honest John

Value my car

Save £75 on Warranty using code HJ75

with MotorEasy

Get a warranty quote

Save 10% on GAP Insurance

Use HJ10 to save on an ALA policy

See offer