2026 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 4MATIC COUPE

The auction record lists the vehicle condition as “Clear” and identifies the primary damage as “Right Rear.” Stage 1’s assessment states that the visible evidence contradicts the “Clear” condition designation and supports the stated Right Rear damage classification. The right rear quarter panel and wheel-arch area show severe collision damage, including jagged torn edges, significantly deformed body metal, and exposed inner components. The right rear wheel-arch trim is missing, with its attachment points exposed. The right rear bumper cover is severely broken and hanging away from the vehicle, leaving a large opening through which components are visible. The bumper is also separated along its upper edge, with visible gaps and displaced clips. The lower right bumper trim and chrome garnish are bent, broken, and displaced. The right exhaust-outlet surround is detached and hanging below the bumper. A wide, uneven gap is present at the lower right trunk-lid and bumper interface, with a broken edge and exposed dark components. A detached curved white exterior trim piece and small black broken pieces are also shown separately on the ground. The VIN decodes as a 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class sport utility vehicle, identified as a GLC300 4MATIC. It was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz AG in Germany and is equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter-class M254 inline four-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 255 horsepower, paired with a nine-speed transmission. Factory safety equipment listed includes front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, forward-collision warning, rear visibility assistance, adaptive driving beams, and standard ABS, traction control, and stability control. Official recall records identify three campaigns applicable to the 2026 GLC model range. Campaign 25V533000 concerns a potentially loose steering-coupling bolt that could result in loss of steering control. Campaign 26V172000 concerns the center rear seat belt’s child-restraint locking function on specified GLC models, including the GLC 300. Campaign 26V281000 concerns infotainment-control-unit resets that could cause the instrument-panel display to go blank while driving. Recall completion should be confirmed by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA before purchase and before the vehicle is returned to service. The visible damage is concentrated at the right rear and appears extensive. A complete structural, suspension, wheel, exhaust, electrical, sensor, restraint-system, and mechanical inspection is recommended, together with verification of repair quality and proper operation of all safety and driver-assistance systems.