What Cat C write-off means for you
Cat C was an old write-off code, used until October 2017 for cars whose repair cost more than their value. Today's codes are A, B, S and N, and Cat C isn't used for new write-offs.
If you're buying one, check its write-off history on a full check and ask the seller for repair paperwork. A record doesn't show how well it was fixed, so look at the bodywork and MOT history, and get an independent inspection before you pay.