2023 HYUNDAI ELANTRA SE

The vehicle is a 2023 Hyundai Elantra SE sedan with a front-wheel-drive layout, 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and continuously variable transmission (CVT). The VIN decode identifies South Korea as the manufacturing country. The auction record lists a salvage certificate with “more than 75% damage” and identifies the primary damage as rear end. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the rear-end classification because extensive rear damage is present; however, the photographs do not establish whether the damage exceeds 75% of the vehicle’s value. The rear of the vehicle has severe collision damage. The rear bumper cover and multiple fascia components are missing or detached, exposing inner panels, mounting points, brackets, wiring, and unfinished panel edges. The lower center of the trunk lid is pushed inward and heavily creased around the license-plate recess and lower edge. The rear body structure, both rear corner areas, quarter-panel corners, and trunk-side sections show crushing, folded metal, displacement, and pronounced creasing. The upper rear body near the roof and trunk-side corner is also visibly folded, with a large opening exposing inner components. Detached trim and bumper-related parts are visible below and beside the rear body. The extent of the visible structural and body deformation indicates that substantial collision repair will be required. The findings do not confirm the condition of hidden components, the trunk sealing area, wiring, sensors, suspension, exhaust system, or the vehicle’s mechanical and safety systems. A comprehensive physical inspection and diagnostic evaluation are recommended before purchase. Two NHTSA recalls are listed for this vehicle model and year. Recall 22V632000 concerns the driver’s frontal air-bag cover emblem, which may detach during deployment and increase the risk of injury. Recall 23V526000 concerns the Idle Stop & Go electric oil-pump controller, which may overheat and increase the risk of fire. Recall completion should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before the vehicle is operated.