2017 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA CLA250

The vehicle is a 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA250 sedan with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine and a seven-speed automatic transmission. VIN decoding identifies it as manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Kecskemét, Hungary. The auction records list the vehicle as “CERT OF TITLE SLVG REBUILDABLE” with a primary damage classification of “REAR END.” Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the rear-end classification, with damage to the rear bumper, tail lamp, quarter panel, and adjacent rear bodywork. The salvage/rebuildable title status cannot be confirmed from photographs alone. The left rear quarter panel has severe deformation, including a large inward dent and multiple sharp creases extending from the rear lamp area toward and above the wheel arch. The paint is scraped across the damaged area. The rear bumper cover is missing from the vehicle, exposing the bumper reinforcement, mounting points, and internal bumper components; the detached bumper cover is shown separately. The left outer rear tail lamp assembly is missing from its mounting position, leaving the lamp cavity open and exposing internal components. The detached lamp assembly is shown separately with its lens and housing area open or broken. The rear trunk corner and surrounding bodywork adjacent to the missing lamp also show moderate metal deformation, irregular edges, and scraped paint. The visible damage is concentrated at the left rear corner and bumper area. Repair assessment should include structural and mounting-point inspection, replacement of the rear bumper cover and tail lamp assembly, body-panel repair or replacement, paintwork, and verification of the related electrical components. Further physical inspection is recommended before purchase to determine whether any additional damage is present behind the visible rear-end impact area.