2013 BMW 328

The vehicle is listed with a “CERT OF TITLE–PRIOR SALVAGE” status and “FRONT END” as the auction’s primary-damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible extensive front-end damage supports the stated FRONT END classification; however, the prior-salvage title status cannot be verified from exterior photographs. The 2013 BMW 328i is identified by the VIN decoder as a four-door sedan with a gasoline 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine rated at 240 hp. The vehicle was manufactured by BMW AG in Munich, Germany. The front end has extensive severe collision damage. The hood is heavily crushed, with deep folds and sharp creases across the center and both front corners. The front bumper cover, grille, and both headlamp assemblies are missing, exposing the reinforcement, radiator area, wiring, and other internal components. The front reinforcement is visibly distorted, and both front fenders and corner areas are extensively deformed. The visible cooling package is severely damaged, with heavily wavy and deformed radiator and condenser fins. Front radiator-support members and mounting areas are bent and irregular on both sides. Wiring and connectors are exposed and hanging from the damaged front corners. The left and right front corners have missing exterior components, torn or folded body material, and exposed internal mounting structures. Both the driver and front-passenger airbags are visibly deployed. The steering-wheel airbag module and fabric are exposed, and the passenger-side dashboard airbag has deployed through the dashboard opening. The supplied recall information identifies NHTSA campaign 16V071000 for the driver frontal airbag inflator, covering applicable 2013 BMW 328i vehicles. The inflator may rupture during deployment and should be checked for recall completion using the VIN. Given the extent of the front-end and restraint-system damage, a thorough structural, cooling-system, wiring, airbag, and mechanical inspection is required before considering repair or purchase.