So if I were to buy this Duster, the bonded title would still be valid meaning if the original owner came forward and proved it was his car, I would have to give it over to him after spending $19.5k?
My suggestion would be to seek advice from your state DMV, and ask the seller the details of the bonded title.
Usually this is done because the original title was lost. Nothing sinister. But i would advise caution.
I am a car dealer, but bonded titles arent something i see.