2018 BMW M4

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a salvage title, with “SIDE” recorded as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible extensive deformation of the side door and rocker panel supports the stated SIDE primary-damage code; however, salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The main damage is concentrated on the side of the vehicle. The side door has a large, irregular deformation with multiple deep creases across the middle and lower sections. The lower door edge and adjacent area are significantly distorted and scuffed. The rocker panel below the door also has moderate deformation and creasing along its length, with scraping and discoloration on the lower surface. The exterior side mirror is missing its complete painted cover, leaving internal components and the reflective glass exposed. Inside, the outer bolster and adjacent lower side trim of the front sport seat show several light-colored scuff and abrasion marks. These are classified as minor cosmetic damage. The VIN identifies this vehicle as a 2018 BMW M4 convertible manufactured by BMW M GmbH in Germany. It has a 3.0-liter gasoline six-cylinder engine and a six-speed manual transmission. The decoded vehicle information identifies a four-seat, two-door convertible with standard ABS, electronic stability control, traction control, and front and side airbag systems. One NHTSA safety recall is listed for this model year: recall 17V507000 concerns the front seat-belt emergency locking retractors, which may contain incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism housings. If affected, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash. BMW’s stated remedy is inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the front seat-belt assemblies at no charge. The recall repair status for this vehicle should be verified with BMW or through an authorized dealer using the VIN.