2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E 300 4MATIC

The auction records list the vehicle as Salvage with “Front End” as the primary damage. These are unverified auction designations. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the unverified Front End claim: the front bumper cover, grille, headlamps, and related fascia components are absent, and additional loose front-end parts are visible on the ground. Stage 1 also notes that the Salvage status itself cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The front bumper cover, grille assembly, both headlamp assemblies, and lower front fascia trim are missing. The bumper reinforcement, cooling components, wiring, and other parts behind the front fascia are exposed. A lower front panel is hanging below the right side, while additional detached bumper, grille, trim, and wiring components are lying in front of the vehicle. Loose lower front trim remains visible around the exposed reinforcement. These findings indicate substantial front-end collision-related disassembly or damage; the condition of the underlying structure, cooling system, lighting circuits, sensors, and mechanical components cannot be determined from the provided findings. Several light horizontal scuff marks are also reported on the lower-middle area of the right rear door. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan, E300-4M trim, built in Germany. It has a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and a listed engine output of 241 horsepower. Factory data also lists standard ABS, electronic stability and traction control, forward collision warning, a rear-visibility system, and front and side airbag equipment. Some equipment and specification details may vary by market. NHTSA records list five recalls associated with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E300/E-Class: communication-module software affecting emergency-call location reporting; a starter-battery positive-terminal cover that could short during a crash; a steering-rack locknut issue on applicable rear-wheel-drive vehicles; front seat-belt buckle detection that could deactivate PRE-SAFE and pretensioner functions; and possible deactivation of the emergency-call system during service. Recall repairs were listed as free dealer repairs or inspections, depending on the campaign. Completion and applicability to this VIN should be verified with Mercedes-Benz before purchase. A comprehensive physical inspection is recommended, including the front structure, cooling and electrical systems, restraint and driver-assistance systems, steering and suspension, and all missing or detached components.