2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS GLS550-4M

The vehicle is a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS550-4M with a salvage title. The auction lists the primary damage as front-end damage. Stage 1’s assessment states that the visible evidence supports this classification: the front bumper, grille, and multiple fascia components are missing or detached. The front bumper cover and complete front bumper assembly are absent from the vehicle, exposing the front reinforcement, radiator area, and other underlying components. The center grille and multiple plastic components around the front corner and headlamp area are also missing, leaving open mounting areas and internal components exposed. Loose plastic parts and wiring are hanging from the lower front corners. The front wheel-well and bumper-side trim are missing, and a large lower trim piece is detached and hanging outward from the left front corner. The separated bumper assembly is shown off the vehicle with wiring and connectors still attached, along with detached lower and side sections. The visible damage is concentrated at the front end, but the condition of the exposed underlying components, wiring, mounting points, cooling system, lighting equipment, and safety systems requires physical inspection and testing. The vehicle should not be considered ready for road use without proper repair and verification. Interior wear is also present. The leather steering-wheel rim shows visible abrasion and surface wear, particularly on the upper and side grip areas. The visible rear seat cushion has creasing and light abrasion. According to the VIN decode, this is an all-wheel-drive SUV equipped with a turbocharged 4.7-liter gasoline V8 engine, identified as the Mercedes-Benz M278, with a reported output of 429 horsepower. It was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz of North America in Vance, United States.