2018 AUDI RS3 quattro

The auction record lists the vehicle as “CERT OF TITLE SLVG REBUILDABLE,” with “FRONT END” recorded as the primary damage. Stage 1’s assessment states that the visible evidence supports the unverified front-end damage claim, based on the extensive missing and damaged components. The salvage/rebuildable title status could not be confirmed from exterior photographs. The front bumper cover, grille, grille surround, and associated fascia panels are missing. Both headlamp assemblies are absent, leaving open mounting areas and exposed components at the front corners. Both front fender panels and the associated wheelhouse liners and splash-shield components are also missing or open, exposing the wheelhouses, tires, wiring, intercooler, reinforcement, and other inner front-end parts. Detached parts on the ground include visibly cracked, torn, fragmented, and separated plastic panels, grille pieces, lamp components, and mounting hardware. This is a 2018 Audi RS 3 sedan with a 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder gasoline engine, automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive, manufactured by Audi Sport GmbH in Hungary. The VIN decode lists a 400-horsepower engine, 19-inch front and rear wheels, and standard front and rear parking sensors, among other equipment. The provided findings do not establish the condition of the engine, transmission, suspension, steering, cooling system, airbags, electrical systems, or the underlying structural components. A comprehensive physical inspection and functional testing would be required before repair or purchase decisions. One NHTSA safety recall is listed for this vehicle line: recall 21V198000, concerning the front passenger occupant classification system. The system may deactivate the passenger airbag when the seat is occupied. The specified remedy is replacement of the passenger occupant detection sensor mat and an update to the control module through an Audi dealer. Recall completion status for this vehicle was not provided.