Flooded,what should I do next?

[u/koalabumkey]

Hurricane Helene hit us last night. The weather condition was too bad to move it to a higher ground. Woke up this morning and found my car had been partially submerged in the water. The highest water line is shown in the pictures. The windows were rolled down and wiper was switched on during the storm. I smelled something burnt while getting in the car, it also displayed a transmission malfunction on the dash. I know this car might be a goner, but is there any slight chance that it can be fixed? I have insurance but not comprehensive coverage, I also had this car financed, still owing 14k to Carmax. I didn’t try to start the car, I’m in distress and don’t know what to do next. Tow it to a mechanic see if it can get fixed ? Is that even worth it? Or should I trade it in for as much as I can get? Pls I need help

[u/IcyWelder9380]

Shop vac it out, dry with towels, and leave doors and windows open with a couple of fans if possible. Don’t start car!!!! Change oil and filter Change transmission fluid. Change spark plugs. Did you say windows were down and wipers were on? That part I don’t get. Hopefully, you don’t have electrical issues if key was turned in the on position. I know it’s late now, but comprehensive insurance is just as important and doesn’t cost as much as liability. Your finance company must not have been aware you didn’t have it. It’s usually required.