2016 AUDI A3 1.8T PREMIUM

The vehicle is a 2016 Audi A3 sedan, VIN WAUA7GFF8G1014864. The NHTSA VIN decode identifies a gasoline-powered 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Audi AG in Győr, Hungary. The auction record lists the vehicle as salvage with “Front End” as the primary damage. This is an unverified auction classification. Stage 1’s photo-based assessment states that the visible evidence does not support the Front End claim: the front bumper, grille, headlights, and hood appear intact, while the clearly visible damage is concentrated on the vehicle’s left side. The left exterior mirror housing remains in place, but the mirror glass and outer cover are missing. Internal wiring and components are exposed, and the mirror assembly will require repair or replacement. Multiple horizontal scratches and scuff marks are present across the lower and middle sections of both left-side doors, with lighter-colored material visible through the blue paint. The lower rear edge of the left front door is irregular and has chipped paint with exposed underlying material. The adjacent rocker area has long scraped and abraded sections. These areas represent moderate exterior collision damage and may require bodywork, refinishing, and inspection for any related mounting or structural issues. Gray discoloration and staining are also visible on the left portion of the rear seat cushion. Three NHTSA safety recalls are listed for this vehicle model and year. Recall 21V198000 concerns a passenger occupant-detection system that may deactivate the passenger airbag when the seat is occupied. Recall 22V543000 concerns possible improper deployment or rupture of the front-passenger airbag inflator. Recall 24V110000 concerns a fuel-tank suction-jet-pump seal that may allow fuel to enter the EVAP system and potentially leak from the charcoal canister, increasing fire risk. The listed remedies are to be completed free of charge by an authorized dealer; recall completion should be verified by VIN before purchase.