2021 BMW 228I xDrive GC

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE OF TITLE, with FRONT END recorded as the primary damage. The front-end damage is consistent with the unverified auction damage code, while the salvage-title status cannot be verified from the exterior findings alone. The vehicle has severe visible collision damage across the front end. The hood is heavily crushed, with multiple creases, pronounced deformation, and an uneven raised front edge. The front bumper and grille area is severely damaged, with broken and displaced trim, exposed internal components, and an irregular lower edge. The right-side headlamp assembly is missing, leaving an open cavity, and the adjacent kidney-grille slats and trim are broken or missing. The bumper cover on this side is cracked and deformed around the headlamp and grille opening. The leading edge of the front fender is irregular and separated from the hood and fascia near the missing headlamp. Lower bumper-corner trim and surrounding plastic components are displaced, with broken or open edges. Multiple detached bumper, grille, and front-trim pieces are also present, including fractured sections, broken mounting tabs, and a detached grille-like panel. Based on the visible findings, this vehicle should be treated as requiring substantial front-end repair. The condition of the underlying structure, cooling system, lighting and electrical components, restraint systems, driver-assistance equipment, suspension, and wheel alignment is not established by these findings and should be physically inspected before purchase or road use. NHTSA VIN data identifies the vehicle as a 2021 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, classified as a sedan/saloon. It is listed with all-wheel drive, a 1.998-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 228 horsepower, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by BMW AG in Germany. Three NHTSA recalls are listed for this vehicle configuration: recall 21V554000 concerning possible early deactivation of the passenger-seat-belt automatic locking retractor; recall 21V091000 concerning sunroof operation after the vehicle is switched off or locked; and recall 23V584000 concerning software that may fail to generate the required audible seat-belt warning. BMW dealer records should be checked to confirm whether the applicable recall repairs have been completed.