2018 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA CLA250

The vehicle is a 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA with a Certificate of Title. The auction lists hail as the primary damage; however, the Stage 1 photo review reports that the visible evidence contradicts this claim. The roof, hood, and trunk/decklid appear largely smooth, with no clearly visible dense pattern of shallow dents concentrated on the upward-facing panels. The windshield has several thin, branching cracks in the lower central area above the dashboard. Replacement should be considered, and the vehicle should not be operated until the windshield is professionally assessed. Minor cosmetic scuffs and abrasion marks are visible on the left front fender and left-side doors. Similar light linear marks are present on the right-side doors and rear quarter panel. A hands-on inspection is recommended to check the paint depth, panel condition, glass integrity, and any damage not visible in the provided findings.