2021 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 4MATIC

The auction lists the primary damage as “Front End.” Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this classification: the front bumper, grille, both headlamp assemblies, and multiple front-end fascia components are missing, with internal components and wiring exposed. The front bumper cover, outer fascia, grille, lower trim, corner fascia pieces, and related plastic mounting components are absent. The front reinforcement, radiator assemblies, brackets, hoses, and other internal structures are visible. Both headlamp assemblies are missing, leaving open mounting areas and wiring at the left and right front corners. Multiple wires and connectors are hanging in the bumper and headlamp areas, with several connectors visibly disconnected. The forward edge and both outer corners of the hood show uneven deformation and irregular gaps above the exposed front-end structure. Detached bumper, grille, trim, headlamp, bracket, and other front-end parts are shown separately on the ground; several plastic pieces have visible breaks or fragmentation. Several minor linear scuffs and light-colored surface marks are also visible on the side door panels. According to the VIN decode, this is a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class SUV, identified as a GLS450-4M with a 3.0-liter turbocharged gasoline inline-six engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is listed as a seven-seat, three-row model manufactured in the United States. The front-end damage should be fully assessed for damage to the underlying structure, cooling system, electrical components, safety systems, and required calibration or programming before repair or operation.