2016 MERCEDES-BENZ C C300

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a “CERTIFICATE OF TITLE (P)” condition and “MINOR DENT/SCRATCHES” as the primary damage classification. The auction classification is an unverified record. Stage 1’s assessment found visible scratches, scuffing, and paint damage consistent with minor cosmetic damage, but no clearly visible dent was confirmed. The certificate-of-title status could not be confirmed from exterior photographs. The visible exterior damage is concentrated around the front end. The front bumper and lower grille surround have multiple areas of black paint loss and surface scuffing. A larger irregular section of finish is missing from the bumper corner below the headlamp, exposing a dark underlying surface and showing adjacent black scraping. The front grille bars and Mercedes emblem also have white and gray coating loss. Additional light scratches and scuff marks are present on the rear quarter panel above and behind the visible rear wheel, continuing onto the rear bumper. Inside, the front passenger seat has a long open tear along the forward portion of the seating surface, with lighter underlying material visible. The steering-wheel covering shows peeling and wear, particularly along the upper-left and upper sections. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 sedan with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Vance, Alabama, USA. Drivetrain and transmission details were not provided by the decoder. Overall, the documented issues are primarily cosmetic, with moderate damage to the front bumper finish and the front passenger-seat upholstery. A physical inspection is recommended to check for any concealed damage, verify the title documentation, and assess the condition of the bumper, grille, seat, and steering wheel before purchase.