2016 MERCEDES-BENZ E E350

The vehicle is a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class listed with a salvage certificate of title. The auction’s stated primary damage is hail; however, the Stage 1 photo review reports that the roof, hood, and trunk/decklid appear largely smooth, without the numerous shallow dents typically associated with hail damage. Based on the visible evidence, Stage 1 found that the stated hail-damage code is contradicted. The documented damage is primarily cosmetic. The front driver’s seat cushion has multiple large tears and areas of missing black covering, exposing the lighter-colored material underneath. The center-console armrest covering is peeled and worn through along an elongated area. Several light, narrow surface scratches are also visible on the hood. A physical inspection is recommended to verify the vehicle’s overall condition and the basis for its salvage designation.