2023 BMW M2

The auction record identifies the vehicle as having a “SALVAGE CERTIFICATE” condition and lists “SIDE” as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the extensive visible damage on the vehicle’s left side supports the unverified SIDE damage code; however, the salvage-certificate status cannot be confirmed from the exterior and interior photos. The main damage is concentrated on the left front side. The left front fender and front door are severely crushed and deeply creased, with extensive paint abrasion and exposed underlying material. The left rocker panel and lower side sill are also substantially deformed, scraped, and uneven. Sections of the left side-skirt trim are missing, exposing mounting holes and underlying components. The left exterior mirror is displaced, with its housing separated and internal components visible. The rear edge of the hood has a raised, irregular section and an uneven gap next to the damaged fender and door. The front bumper is incomplete and damaged. The lower central fascia and grille-related trim are missing, while the lower bumper edge is broken and separated, exposing internal brackets and components. Detached white body-panel pieces and multiple black plastic intake, trim, and underbody components are visible on the ground in front of the vehicle. There is also a long area of scraped paint with dark underlying material exposed along the upper edge of the trunk lid. The driver steering-wheel airbag and a left-side curtain or side airbag are deployed. The instrument display shows an “Automatic PDC activation malfunction” message, along with additional illuminated warning indicators. The visible damage and deployed restraint systems indicate that collision-related structural, electrical, sensor, and airbag-system inspections will be required; the provided findings do not establish the condition of any non-visible mechanical components. NHTSA VIN data identifies this vehicle as a 2023 BMW M2 two-door coupe with a 3.0-liter, six-cylinder gasoline engine. The decoded data lists a 405-horsepower engine, standard ABS, electronic stability control, traction control, driver and passenger airbags, curtain and side airbags, and multiple driver-assistance features. NHTSA lists safety recall 23V099000 for certain 2023 BMW 2 Series Coupe vehicles, including the M2. The recall concerns software that may allow the power windows or sunroof to close after the digital key has been removed, creating a potential injury risk. BMW’s stated remedy is a software update, free of charge. Recall completion should be verified by VIN before purchase.