2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S 550E PLUG-IN HYBRID S550e

The auction lists the primary damage as **Left Rear**. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim, with substantial damage concentrated at the left rear bumper and adjacent trunk-lid area. The left rear bumper cover is extensively damaged, with a substantial section missing and the internal bumper components, mounting hardware, plastic structures, and exhaust-area shielding exposed. The lower bumper trim and related plastic pieces are detached, while the lower bumper structure is separated from the body and hangs outward and downward. The bumper mounting area has visibly broken or separated plastic components and open attachment points. A wiring harness with connectors is hanging below the damaged bumper area and should be inspected for damage before the vehicle is operated. The remaining left and lower bumper sections have multiple scratches and scuff marks. A detached white exterior bumper panel is also shown separately, with additional scratches and scuffs. The trunk lid has moderate inward denting and creased deformation on the left side of the license-plate recess. The findings do not provide information about the condition of the rear body structure, lighting, sensors, exhaust system, hybrid system, or mechanical components, so these areas require physical inspection and functional testing. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550e plug-in hybrid sedan, manufactured in Germany. The decoded specifications include rear-wheel drive, a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, a 7-speed automatic transmission, and plug-in hybrid operation with gasoline and electric power. The vehicle is listed as having four seats and 19-inch wheels.