2024 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300 C300

The vehicle is a 2024 Mercedes-Benz C 300 sedan, VIN W1KAF4GB4RR171513. NHTSA VIN data identifies it as a gasoline-powered model with a 2.0-liter turbocharged M254 four-cylinder engine and nine-speed automatic transmission, manufactured in East London, South Africa. The auction lists the vehicle as Salvage with “Front End” as the primary damage classification. The visible evidence supports the stated Front End classification: the front bumper cover and center grille are missing, exposing the front reinforcement, cooling components, radiator area, brackets, support structure, and wiring. Lower front trim, underbody panels, and fascia components around both headlights are also absent. Detached bumper, grille, lower shield, trim, and related plastic components are shown on the ground beside the vehicle. Some wiring is hanging beneath the front end. The photos do not independently establish the auction Salvage title status. The visible findings are limited to the listed front-end damage; the condition of concealed structural, cooling, electrical, mechanical, and safety-system components requires a thorough physical inspection and repair assessment. NHTSA records list three recalls applicable to the 2024 C 300 model: a fuel-pump recall that may cause loss of drive power, an 80-amp fuse/main fuse-box recall that may cause loss of drive power or critical safety functions and may increase fire risk, and a driver-side front seat-belt cover recall that may allow the seat-belt anchor to come loose. Recall completion should be confirmed by VIN with Mercedes-Benz before purchase.