2022 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 4MATIC

The auction lists the primary damage as “Right Side.” However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence does not support this claim: the prominent damage shown is a severely torn front tire on the photographed side, while no clear right-side exterior collision damage is visible in the available photos. This verdict is based on the provided photo review and does not establish the vehicle’s complete physical condition. The photographed-side front tire is severely damaged, with large sections of the tread and sidewall torn away, internal tire material exposed, and the tire flattened at the bottom. The vehicle should not be driven until the tire, wheel, and surrounding suspension and steering components have been physically inspected and repaired as necessary. The front-door interior trim panel is missing, leaving the door speaker, wiring, and internal components exposed. A narrow, light-colored horizontal scratch is also visible on the lower front door on the photographed side. The extent of any damage behind the missing trim or beneath the vehicle cannot be determined from these findings alone. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC sedan with all-wheel drive, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and an automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in South Africa. NHTSA records provided for this model and year list recalls involving the fuel pump, electrical wiring and pre-fuse-box connections, front seat-belt components, and the driver’s door lock. The reported remedies include inspection, repair, or replacement by an authorized dealer at no charge, where applicable. Recall applicability and completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA before purchase.