2018 MERCEDES-BENZ C C300-4M

The auction record lists the vehicle’s primary damage as “SIDE” and identifies the condition as “CERT OF TITLE.” Stage 1 reports that the visible localized damage to the near-side rear quarter panel and rear bumper supports the auction’s SIDE classification. “CERT OF TITLE” is an administrative status and cannot be confirmed from the provided images. The main visible damage is moderate scraping and paint loss around the near-side rear quarter panel and rear wheel-arch edge. The area shows extensive abrasion, localized irregular deformation, exposed lighter-colored underlying material, and an uneven surface. The near-side rear bumper cover also has multiple light-colored horizontal and curved abrasion marks below and forward of the taillamp; these are classified as minor cosmetic damage. According to the VIN decoding, this is a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan, C300-4M trim, equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in the United States. The decoded data does not specify a drive type, despite the trim designation. The affected quarter-panel and wheel-arch area should be inspected for the extent of deformation, repair requirements, paint matching, and any effect on wheel, tire, suspension, or alignment components. A physical inspection is recommended before purchase.