What happens if stolen car is found after insurance payout?

My aunt’s car was stolen about two years ago, and her insurance company had already compensated her for the loss. However, she recently received a call from the police informing her that the car has been found. She is confused on what to do next.

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If the insurance company pays out for a stolen car and it’s later found, they might take it back as part of their policy. Then they could sell it to try to make up for the money they paid out initially.

Your aunt should immediately inform her insurance about the recovered car. They own the salvage rights since they compensated her. She should not take possession but follow the insurer’s guidance on recovery and any additional compensation.

Cooperate fully with providing any documents/info the insurance company or police need. This includes signing forms related to transferring ownership back to her.

Your aunt should contact her insurance company immediately to inform them about the situation.
They will likely guide her on the next steps, which may involve verifying the car’s condition and possibly arranging for it to be returned.
She needs to follow their instructions closely to ensure she complies with their requirements regarding the recovered vehicle.