2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E 300 E300

The auction lists the primary damage as **Front End**. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim: the central front grille and fascia components are missing or broken, exposing the radiator and internal front-end components. The front grille insert and central grille/fascia assembly are absent. The upper front bumper cover has an irregular broken edge around the central opening, particularly toward the left side, and internal mounting structures are visible. These findings are classified as moderate collision damage. The available findings do not establish the condition of components behind the visible damage, so the radiator, front-end support, cooling system, sensors, wiring, and mounting points should be physically inspected before purchase. The instrument cluster shows an illuminated engine warning indicator. The specific cause cannot be determined from the provided findings and should be diagnosed electronically and mechanically. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E300 sedan, built in Germany, with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission. The decoded drive type is not specified. NHTSA records list recalls associated with the 2018 E300 involving the eCall communication system, starter-battery positive-terminal cover, steering rack, front seat-belt buckle detection and pretensioner operation, and possible deactivation of the eCall function during service. The provided information does not confirm whether these recalls were completed on this vehicle; completion should be verified with Mercedes-Benz using the VIN.