2012 BMW 328

This 2012 BMW 328i is identified by VIN decoding as a two-door convertible with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder gasoline engine, manufactured by BMW AG in Germany. The auction record lists a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE and identifies FRONT END as the primary damage. According to the provided photo assessment, the photos do not support FRONT END as the primary visible damage: the front bumper, hood, grille, and headlights appear intact, with only localized damage or missing trim at the left front fender. The salvage-certificate status cannot be confirmed or contradicted from exterior photos alone. Visible damage includes an open or incomplete side-vent/trim area on the left front fender behind the front wheel, with internal components exposed. This is assessed as moderate collision-related damage. The lower-left area of the rear bumper also has several light dark surface scuffs, assessed as minor cosmetic damage. NHTSA recall campaign 16V071000 is listed for this vehicle range. It concerns the driver’s frontal air-bag inflator, which may rupture during deployment and project metal fragments. BMW’s stated remedy was replacement of the driver’s frontal air-bag module or inflator free of charge. Recall completion should be verified with BMW using the VIN before purchase.