I was just about to buy a used truck (2004 Dodge Ram 4x4 Diesel) and
just before we finalized the deal, I found out it was in an accident
(even though the dealer said it was not - even in WRITING).  When I
obtained detailed claim information from the insurance company, I found
out it the front left and right rails had been repaired (about 4 hours
of labor total).

Apparently, this truck was involved in an accident in a parking lot and
had around $7,000 in repairs.  Looked more like the previous owner
rear-ended someone.

While I know that buying a vehicle with frame repair is usually a
no-no, is there anyway of knowing if the repair was done perfectly - so
it will never develop faults in the drivetrain as a result or so it
will not compromise safety in a future accident?  Privacy laws prevent
me from finding out who did the repairs.

Perhaps I should just run away now?

Thanks,
Paula