2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 GLA250

The auction lists the primary damage as “Front & Rear.” Stage 1’s photo-based assessment supports this claim: the front bumper, grille, and both headlamp assemblies are missing, with the cooling components exposed, while the rear bumper cover is absent and rear mounting structures are visible. The front-end damage is severe. The bumper cover and grille assembly are missing, along with both headlamp assemblies. The radiator, lower heat exchanger/intercooler, reinforcement member, internal brackets, mounting areas, wiring, and electrical connectors are exposed. Some wiring is hanging in the open lamp and bumper areas. The extent of any damage to the cooling system, structural components, sensors, and electrical systems requires physical inspection and testing. The rear bumper cover is also completely missing. The rear bumper structure, reinforcement area, mounting brackets, parking-sensor openings, exhaust components, and lower underbody areas are exposed. Trim and cover pieces are missing from both rear corners, with open lamp and bumper mounting structures visible. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class GLA250 SUV with front-wheel drive, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a seven-speed automated manual transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Germany. NHTSA records provided for this model and year list recalls involving the emergency-call communication system, the bonding of the front roof panel on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof, and a possible fuel-rail or injector fuel leak. The listed remedies include software updates, communication-module inspection or activation, roof-panel repair, and replacement of the fuel rail and injectors, as applicable. Recall completion should be verified by checking the VIN with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA before purchase. The vehicle should be considered a major repair project. A complete inspection is recommended before purchase, including structural measurement, cooling-system inspection, electrical and sensor testing, airbag and restraint-system checks, drivetrain evaluation, and verification of all required replacement parts and recall repairs.