2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250 CLA250

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a “Clear” condition and identifies the primary damage as “Front End.” Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the Front End damage code; however, the photos show substantial front-end collision damage as well as additional rear-corner damage, which does not support the Clear condition claim. The front end has severe damage. The front bumper cover is cracked, torn, displaced, and missing sections, with large openings and internal lower-front components exposed. The lower bumper opening and surrounding trim are also broken or missing. The left front headlamp assembly and left front fender are absent, leaving the wheel area, inner fender, wiring, mounting points, and other internal components exposed. The hood has a raised, uneven front gap and deformation near both front corners. At the rear, one taillamp assembly is missing, leaving its cavity and mounting holes exposed. The adjacent rear quarter panel and rear corner show moderate creasing and deformation, including an uneven gap near the trunk-side edge. The VIN decodes as a 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 250 sedan with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Hungary. The supplied decode identifies front and side airbag locations, seat-belt pretensioners and load limiters, and direct tire-pressure monitoring, but does not provide drivetrain or transmission details. The visible damage indicates that substantial collision repairs and replacement parts will be required. A physical inspection should be performed to assess the condition of the underlying structure, cooling system, suspension, steering, wiring, safety systems, and other components not verifiable from these findings.