2021 BMW 228I Gran Coupe

This 2021 BMW 228i Gran Coupe is reported with a salvage certificate and an auction primary-damage classification of “REAR END.” Stage 1 reports that the visible rear-end damage supports the auction’s rear-end classification; however, the salvage-certificate status cannot be verified from exterior photographs. The rear bumper cover is missing, leaving the bumper reinforcement, inner components, wiring, exhaust outlets, and mounting structures exposed. The lower center of the trunk lid has broad denting and creased deformation, with an irregular lower edge. The lower rear body area is open and missing exterior trim, while inner panels, wiring, and bumper-mounting components are visible. The detached white bumper cover has scuffing, scraped paint, surface deformation, and irregular edges along its lower and side sections. A complete structural, mechanical, electrical, exhaust, and safety-system inspection is recommended before purchase. The condition of the exposed components and the extent of any damage behind the visible rear bodywork cannot be established from the supplied findings alone. According to the VIN decode, this is a left-hand-drive BMW 228i sedan/saloon from BMW AG, manufactured in Leipzig, Germany. It has a 1.9976-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 228 horsepower, an eight-speed automatic transmission, four doors, and seating for five. The supplied decode does not specify the drivetrain. The provided NHTSA recall data identifies campaign 21V554000 concerning the passenger-seat-belt automatic locking retractor, which may deactivate prematurely and requires dealer inspection and possible replacement. Campaign 21V091000 concerns sunroof operation during automatic closing after the vehicle is switched off; the remedy is a software update. Campaign 23V584000 concerns an audible seat-belt warning issue and specifically lists 2020–2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles; drivetrain applicability to this vehicle should be confirmed by VIN. Recall completion should be verified with BMW before the vehicle is placed into service.