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He emphasized that even heavily damaged or flooded Tesla parts, especially batteries and motors, retain incredible value—minimum $15,000 worth even if the vehicle looks toast. This has turned into a burgeoning industry of sourcing Tesla components, repurposing motors for old cars, or creating electric hot rods. For example, certain classic cars like Mustangs or Porsches are being swapped with Tesla electric motors, blending vintage aesthetics with modern performance.