Auto body repair & detailing: Unibody Damage, 2004 nissan pathfinder, nissan pathfinder

Question
I am in the market to buy a SUV. I have researched a 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (VIN JN8DR09Y14W908061)that I know from the seller was auctioned in Florida (I am in GA). Autocheck indicates the SUV was "Announced as Unibody Damage", (CARFAX reports sold at auction, but does not mention unibody damage). Autocheck, though it reports unibody damage does not report data on an accident, etc. This information is vague to me. Should I bother to have a qualified mechanic check it out and ascertain if the SUV is actually in good shape with repairs, or is the fact this is on the report enough to not consider it at all due to insurance?

Answer
James-

I always recommend that people have the car inspected if they have any doubts about the history of the vehicle. These reporting agencies, in my opinion- cannot substitute for a hands on inspection. A vehicle that has been involved in an accident and has been repaired properly should not be so alarming as a vehicle that has been reconstructed or totaled and then rebuilt. If you are truly interested in purchasing the car spend a few dollars for a Used Vehicle Inspection which includes an undercarriage and unibody/ frame assessment.  Good Luck! Mark