TESLA SALVAGE INSPECTION FAILURE: IT'S NOT FAIR!

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The reviewer's attempt to get a salvaged Tesla Model S, nicknamed 'Dolores,' road-legal for inspection was met with significant setbacks. The day began with logistical challenges, including a poorly maintained rental trailer and a frustrating experience at the U-Haul. The inspection process itself proved to be the major hurdle. Despite the reviewer's efforts in repairing the flood-damaged vehicle and gathering receipts, the inspection official ultimately rejected the car. Key reasons for failure included issues with handwritten receipts, the need for more detailed documentation (like an insurance appraisal report for flood-damaged cars, which the reviewer's insurance provider, Progressive, does not issue), and minor concerns like the glue used on the headlights. The reviewer expressed extreme frustration, highlighting the difficulty of navigating bureaucratic requirements, especially when insurance companies don't provide necessary documentation for salvaged vehicles. The day concluded with the car being rejected, a flat tire, and significant disappointment, leaving the reviewer questioning the worthiness of the endeavor.