2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 4MATIC

The auction record lists the vehicle as salvage with “Right Side” as the primary damage. However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence contradicts the stated right-side damage claim: the extensive collision damage is concentrated on the vehicle’s left side. Stage 1 also notes that the salvage status itself cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The left front door has severe deformation, with a large irregular dent, multiple sharp creases, paint scuffing, and lighter-colored exposed areas near the lower front section. The left rear door is also broadly deformed, with several horizontal and diagonal creases across its lower half. The left front fender is bent and irregular around and behind the wheel arch. Further damage is visible along the left rocker panel below the doors. This area has a deep, irregular crease and compressed panel contours, indicating substantial impact to the lower side structure or outer rocker area. The lower left edge of the front bumper has separated or displaced trim, with a visible gap and protruding section near the wheel. Minor scuffing is present on the left rear quarter panel, rear bumper, and across the rear bumper surface. The supplied findings are limited to visible exterior damage. The condition of the suspension, steering, wheel alignment, doors and their mechanisms, airbags, sensors, rocker structure, and other mechanical or safety-related components is not established and should be checked in a physical inspection before purchase. Repair may require replacement or extensive repair of the affected doors, fender, rocker-area panels, bumper trim, and related underlying components, followed by alignment and safety-system checks. Factory VIN data identifies this vehicle as a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class SUV, with the decoded trim field shown as GLA250-4M. It is equipped with a 2.0-litre turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder engine, rated at 208 hp, and a seven-speed automated manual transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Germany. NHTSA records list several recalls associated with this model and model year, including recalls involving the emergency-call communication module software, possible deactivation of the eCall function, the driver airbag steering-component grounding, and bonding of the front roof panel on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. Recall campaigns 21V197000 and 23V854000 concern the roof-panel bonding issue. Completion status for this specific vehicle should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer before purchase.