2021 BMW 228I Gran Coupe

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a Certificate of Title condition and “FRONT END” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible damage clearly supports the front-end damage classification; however, the certificate-of-title condition and title status could not be verified from the photographs. The vehicle has extensive, severe collision damage across the front end. The hood is heavily deformed along the front edge and left side, with a large uneven gap above the front fascia. Both front headlamp assemblies are missing, leaving open cavities and internal components exposed. The front bumper cover is severely damaged on both sides, with heavy scraping, cracking, tearing, missing sections, partial detachment, and exposed internal components. The left front fender is extensively creased and deformed around the wheel opening and forward section. Additional front-end fascia components are missing from the left headlamp area. Several short horizontal dark marks are visible on the painted right side of the rear bumper and appear to be minor surface scratches. The VIN decodes as a 2021 BMW 228i Gran Coupe sedan, manufactured by BMW AG in Germany. It is equipped with a 1.9976-litre four-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 228 horsepower and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is left-hand drive with seating for five. The drivetrain was not identified in the available VIN data. The provided NHTSA recall records include a seat-belt automatic-locking-retractor recall, a sunroof automatic-closing software recall, and a recall concerning audible seat-belt warning operation. The latter record specifically identifies 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles, while the decoded drivetrain for this vehicle is unavailable. Recall completion and applicability should therefore be confirmed with BMW using the VIN before purchase. Given the severity and extent of the front-end damage, a complete inspection of the body structure, cooling system, lighting and safety systems, suspension, steering, wiring, airbags, and mechanical components is recommended before repair or registration.