2013 AUDI A5 Prestige

The auction records identify this vehicle as having a salvage title, with “FRONT END” listed as the primary damage. The available visual assessment reports that the visible front-end damage supports the auction’s front-end classification; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from the photos. Visible damage is concentrated at the front of the vehicle. The hood leading edge is moderately creased and deformed, with an uneven gap between the hood and front fascia. The front bumper cover has severe damage on the vehicle’s left side, including a large irregular opening, torn edges, and a separate round opening where bumper material or a cover is missing. The central grille has broken or displaced horizontal slats and an incomplete opening below the Audi emblem. Additional damage is present in the lower bumper sections, where black grille pieces are broken or missing on both sides. Scuff marks are also visible near the left headlight and lower left bumper corner. At the left rear wheel arch, a broad band of white abrasion and scraped paint extends around the wheel-arch lip and onto the adjacent quarter panel and lower side area. NHTSA VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet/Convertible, Prestige trim, built by Audi AG in Germany. It is equipped with a 1.984-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine; the decoded data lists an output of 211 hp. The VIN decode itself returned a valid check-digit result. Three NHTSA recalls are listed for this 2013 Audi A5 model. Recall 17V622000 concerns corrosion in the auxiliary-heater electrical connector, which may cause wiring to overheat or melt and increase fire risk. Recalls 17V002000 and 18V229000 concern the electric coolant pump on 2.0-liter Turbo FSI engines; the pump may overheat or short-circuit, also increasing fire risk. Recall 17V002 was addressed through a software update, while 18V229 included pump replacement. Recall completion for this specific vehicle should be verified through Audi or an authorized dealer using the VIN.