2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA CLA250

The vehicle is listed with a salvage certificate of title, and the auction’s primary-damage classification is REAR END. Stage 1 reports that the visible severe rear damage supports the unverified REAR END classification; however, the salvage-certificate status cannot be confirmed from the photographs. The most significant damage is concentrated at the left rear. The bumper cover is severely torn and deformed, with a large open section and portions hanging below the vehicle. The left side of the rear bumper assembly and lower valance are separated from the vehicle, exposing components and wiring, while a lower piece is detached and hanging beneath the bumper. The quarter panel near the left rear tail lamp is creased and deformed, and the exterior trim and panel edging at the tail-lamp and bumper junction are detached, leaving an open gap. Additional damage is present at the left front. The fender is creased and deformed behind and below the headlamp. The left front bumper corner is deformed and scuffed, with an irregular opening where it meets the fender. A thorough inspection should include the underlying bumper structure, exposed wiring and components, rear quarter-panel alignment, lighting, and the affected front-end mounting areas.