I wondered about the reference to water as well (even though you can see them pouring water under the hood, after the fire was out, in one of the pics).

When I have seen FD personnel respond to a car fire they have used a portable extinguisher first, halon or foam.

Wow. You should inquire as to whether the tow operator is related to the genius with the water hose.

I am really sorry for your loss. And I thought I had a bad day 'cause my back is sore....

If you had comprehensive coverage, the car will be written off. If the motor did ingest water, I don't think it will be worth your while to buy it back for salvage value and part it out, for what you will get minus an engine, versus your time and outlay.

If you don't have coverage, I would suggest keeping it as a parts car if you are able. Repairing cars that have had a fire of that sort is perfectly possible, but it's a tricky proposition. Part of the equation will be, would you feel confident in the future driving it?

Do you have an idea where exactly the fire started?

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