2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 GLE350

The auction record lists the vehicle condition as “Clear” and the primary damage as “Right Side.” However, Stage 1’s photo review reports that the visible evidence contradicts the “Clear” condition designation: collision damage is clearly visible at the right-front corner and along the right-side doors. The observed damage is consistent with the “Right Side” primary-damage code. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has severe damage to the right-front bumper corner. The bumper cover is torn and displaced outward, with large gaps around the headlamp and fender, extensive dark scuffing and transferred material, and exposed underlying areas. The outer trim or insert is missing from the right-front lower bumper, leaving an open cavity with a wire and connector hanging visibly from it. There is also substantial separation at the junction of the hood, right front fender, headlamp surround, and bumper, with internal components visible through the opening. The lower sections of the right-side front and rear doors show multiple dents, creases, irregular depressions, scratches, and paint transfer. The right-front door also has a broad irregular dent with creasing and dark scrape marks along its lower half. The provided VIN decodes this vehicle as a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 350 SUV with a 3.5-liter gasoline V6 engine, a seven-speed automatic transmission, and left-hand drive. The vehicle was manufactured in the United States. The visible findings do not establish the condition of the underlying structure, cooling system, steering, suspension, electrical systems, restraint systems, or other mechanical components. A comprehensive physical inspection and diagnostic assessment are recommended before purchase. Four NHTSA recall records are provided for this vehicle model and year. Three concern the emergency-call/eCall communication system, involving possible incorrect vehicle-location information, mobile-network connection failure, or module deactivation. The listed remedies involve software updates or inspection and activation by a Mercedes-Benz dealer. Another recall concerns possible water accumulation in the spare-tire well that could damage the fuel-pump control unit and cause an engine stall; the listed remedy includes installing a drain plug, checking for water intrusion, and replacing the control unit if necessary. The VIN decode identifies this vehicle as gasoline-powered, while the recall description references a diesel fuel-system component, so recall applicability and completion should be confirmed directly with Mercedes-Benz using the VIN.