2017 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a PUBLIC – SALVAGE TITLE and identifies REAR END as the primary damage code. Stage 1 reports that visible abrasion and scuffing on the rear bumper provide limited support for the REAR END code; however, the PUBLIC – SALVAGE TITLE status could not be confirmed from the available photos. Visible damage is primarily cosmetic. The front bumper cover has multiple light gray abrasion and scuff marks across both visible sides. The headlamp lenses show light hazing or clouding. The rear bumper cover has numerous gray abrasion and scrape marks, described as moderate in severity, and the lower rear cargo doors have light horizontal and vertical scuffing. Inside the vehicle, the outer/front portion of the driver’s seat cushion is torn. Tan foam is exposed, with loose fabric edges visible; this is assessed as moderate cosmetic damage. The VIN decode identifies a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 van with a 3.0-liter, six-cylinder OM642 diesel engine. The vehicle is listed as manufactured by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Sprinter), with production in Argentina. The decode also indicates front-row driver and passenger airbags, thorax side airbags, window airbags, pretensioners, and an 8,001–9,000 lb GVWR class. The decoder notes that the model year may require reconfirmation, although the decoded model year is 2017. No known failure-pattern concerns were provided.