[fliptuner]

You'd be surprised how little it takes to write off a 10-15yo car. Remember, labour rates are high. Cheap parts? What, like repop fenders and TYC lights? Depending on the car, who cares? None of that dictates how the car runs and drives.

I'd be more concerned with pre-accident pics and pics taken during the repair process. All should be available from the rebuilder, since they're required as part of the inspection.

I've done a few rebuilds and all the repairs were either bolt-ons or re/re from spot welds.