2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E 300 4MATIC

The vehicle is a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E 300 sedan. VIN decoding identifies a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine (M274), automatic transmission, and E300-4M trim. It was manufactured in Sindelfingen, Germany. The auction lists the primary damage as “Front End.” However, Stage 1’s photo assessment states that the images show only minor cosmetic scuffing on the front bumper, with no clear collision damage or significant front-end deformation visible. The “Front End” classification is therefore not supported beyond the minor cosmetic evidence shown. The visible exterior damage consists of several light dark scuff marks on the lower left corner of the front bumper, along with light linear scuffing on the lower bumper edge and lower lip. Inside the vehicle, multiple light-colored scratches and abrasion marks are visible across the wood-effect dashboard trim below the center display and air vents. These interior marks are assessed as moderate cosmetic damage. The instrument cluster displays an “Auxiliary Battery Malfunction” warning. This is a visible warning indication only; the underlying condition cannot be confirmed from the available images. The auxiliary battery system should be diagnosed and tested before purchase. A physical inspection is recommended to verify the bumper condition, check for any damage not visible in the photographs, and diagnose the auxiliary battery warning.