2018 AUDI A3

The auction record identifies this 2018 Audi A3 as having a public salvage title and lists FRONT END as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the FRONT END classification, with substantial damage to the hood, bumper, grille/fascia, and front cooling area. However, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The hood has severe deformation, including pronounced creases and upward displacement across the front and central sections. Its front edge is uneven, with a large open gap above the front cooling area. The front bumper cover has severe damage, with broken or missing sections at the center and both front corners. Internal components and mounting areas are visible through the openings. The upper grille and fascia are absent or broken, leaving the cooling assembly exposed above the remaining lower grille. The visible radiator and condenser area is severely crushed and deformed, with bent fins and displaced surrounding components. The left front fender also has moderate deformation near the headlamp and hood, along with an uneven panel gap. The cooling system, front structural components, mounting points, lighting, and related safety systems should be physically inspected before repair or operation. According to the VIN decode, this is a four-door 2018 Audi A3 sedan manufactured by Audi AG in Hungary. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine and an automatic transmission. The decoded trim is Premium/Komfort (Canada); drivetrain information was not provided. Two NHTSA recalls are listed for this vehicle: recall 21V198000 concerns a possible malfunction of the front passenger occupant classification system, which may deactivate the passenger airbag when the seat is occupied; 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. Recall completion should be verified with Audi before purchase or return to service.