2016 MERCEDES-BENZ C C300-4M

The vehicle is a 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan, decoded as a C300-4M trim with a 2.0-liter gasoline inline-four engine. The VIN data identifies it as manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Vance, Alabama, USA. The auction lists the primary damage as “SIDE” and the vehicle condition as “MV-907A SALVAGE CERTIFICATE.” Stage 1 reports that the visible severe damage to the left side supports the auction’s SIDE primary-damage claim. However, the salvage-certificate status cannot be confirmed from the provided photos. The left front door is severely crushed, with deep sharp creases and exposed damaged metal across the central and lower outer panel. The adjacent left front fender is moderately creased and deformed near the door seam and rear section of the wheel arch. The left rocker panel below the door also shows deformation, creasing, and exposed metal. The left front door window has no intact glass, and fragments are visible on the seat and floor. A side-curtain airbag is deployed and hanging along the left roofline and side-window area. The instrument cluster shows an illuminated red SRS/airbag warning indicator, indicating that the restraint system requires inspection and repair. The visible findings indicate substantial left-side collision damage. The condition of the underlying door structure, rocker structure, hinges, wiring, restraint-system components, and other mechanical or electrical systems cannot be determined from these findings alone. A comprehensive physical inspection and diagnostic scan are recommended before purchase.