2016 MERCEDES-BENZ C C300-4M

The vehicle is a 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan, identified by VIN 55SWF4KB1GU154127. NHTSA decoding indicates a gasoline-powered 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine, with the C300-4M trim designation. It was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in the United States. The auction record lists the vehicle as having a salvage title and identifies the primary damage as front end. The provided photo-based assessment states that the visible severe hood, grille, bumper, headlamp-area, and front-fender damage supports the stated FRONT END primary-damage claim; however, salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from photographs. The front of the vehicle has extensive collision damage. The hood is severely crumpled, with multiple sharp creases and a pronounced uneven gap above the grille and headlights. The front bumper cover is substantially distorted around the grille and headlamp areas, with irregular panel edges and visible cracking or separation in the upper fascia. The grille has displaced chrome trim, irregular gaps, and exposed black mesh. The adjacent left headlamp assembly shows damage around its lens or housing, while the front fender at the hood and headlamp junction is creased and uneven. Behind the grille, the exposed upper radiator opening and surrounding front support area show bent and creased metal panels. These findings indicate that the extent of the front-end repair may include structural or supporting components, although the provided findings do not establish the condition of any parts that are not visible. A thorough inspection of the cooling system, front support structure, lighting, wiring, restraint systems, suspension, and alignment would be advisable before purchase. Additional cosmetic damage includes paint abrasion and white scuffing along the lower side and rocker area near the rear door on one side, as well as a scraped and abraded area near the corresponding door-to-rocker section on the opposite side. Inside, the light-colored front seat has a visible tear or split along the outer lower bolster seam. The vehicle should be assessed mechanically and structurally before repair or road use, with particular attention to the complete front-end assembly and any damage concealed behind the visibly deformed panels.