2007 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK 350 CLK350

The auction record lists the vehicle condition as “Clear” and the primary damage as “Normal Wear & Tear.” However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence contradicts both designations: the left rear quarter panel has substantial dents, abrasions, and visible holes or openings, with additional damage and scuffing on the left rear bumper. The most significant visible damage is concentrated around the left rear quarter panel and wheel-arch area. The panel has extensive scraped paint, multiple dents, irregular deformation, and numerous small holes or openings. The adjacent left rear bumper corner has pronounced scratches, scuffing, and localized loss of surface finish. Light scratches and scuffing are also visible across the rear bumper, including the left corner. Both visible front headlight lenses show pronounced yellowing and cloudiness. The red coating on the engine cover and visible coolant reservoir cover is extensively peeling, exposing large areas of the lighter underlying surface. Inside, the front leather seats show creasing and discoloration, while the rear leather seats have visible creasing and localized discoloration. The door sill has scratches and finish loss. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK 350 convertible/cabriolet, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Bremen, Germany. It has a 3.5-liter gasoline V-shaped six-cylinder engine and two doors. The available data does not specify the drivetrain or transmission. A physical inspection is recommended, particularly around the damaged left rear quarter panel and wheel-arch area, bumper mounting points, possible underlying structural components, and the condition of the headlamps and engine-bay covers.