2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 4MATIC

The auction record lists the vehicle’s condition as “Clear” and its primary damage as “Front End.” However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence contradicts the Clear condition claim and supports the Front End damage classification, with extensive front-end collision damage clearly visible. The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has severe damage concentrated at the front. The hood is extensively crushed and sharply folded across the front half, with torn paint and deformed front edges. The front bumper cover, grille, lower grille, and surrounding fascia are broken, separated, or partially missing. Internal front-end components and a black reinforcement member are exposed, while the left front bumper corner has an open wheel-side cavity. A loose electrical connector and wiring are hanging below the damaged bumper area. The left front headlamp is displaced, with broken surrounding mounting and trim pieces. The left front fender and wheel-arch area are severely torn and deformed, with large gaps and exposed components. The upper front trim at the engine-bay opening also has a jagged break and separated edges. Minor linear paint scuffs are visible on the left front bumper and fender. No comparable damage is reported on the rear body panels shown, and no physical damage is apparent around the manufacturer certification label. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV, model year 2016, with a gasoline 3.5-liter M276 V6 engine and a reported output of 302 horsepower. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz of North America in the United States. The extent of the visible front-end damage warrants a thorough inspection of the underlying structure, cooling system, lighting, wiring, restraint systems, and mechanical components before repair or purchase.