2017 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is listed with a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE, which is an administrative title status and cannot be confirmed or contradicted from exterior photographs. The auction’s stated primary damage is FRONT END. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this unverified claim because substantial front-end damage, missing front lighting, and missing or displaced bumper and grille components are clearly visible. The front end has severe damage. The bumper cover and grille are missing, exposing the radiator, cooling components, front support structure, and other internal parts. Both headlamp assemblies are absent, with open mounting areas, brackets, and internal components visible. The remaining front fascia and bumper reinforcement pieces are broken, bent, and displaced, with detached plastic components across the front. The front left fender and corner are creased and deformed, while the right fender edge has a broken, irregular section around the missing headlamp area. A white lower bumper section is also detached and hanging beneath the front of the vehicle. Additional exterior damage is present along the left side and rear. The lower side panel ahead of the rear wheel is dented, and the lower edge and rear portion of the left sliding door have dents, creases, and disturbed surfaces. Sections of the lower side trim are missing, leaving mounting holes and an unfinished lower strip exposed. Both rear bumper corners show gaps and damaged or displaced black plastic. Minor scuffing, discoloration, dirt, and small areas of surface corrosion are visible on the left-side panels and rear door. Inside, the driver’s seat cushion has a worn and discolored abrasion area, and the visible front seat upholstery shows localized wear and discoloration. The VIN decode identifies the vehicle as a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 cargo van with 4x2 drive, a 3.0-liter six-cylinder OM642 diesel engine, and an indicated 2017 model year. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz AG in Germany. The NHTSA decode notes that the model year may require reconfirmation by decoding the VIN again with the known model year. No transmission details or factory options were provided. The vehicle requires substantial front-end repair and replacement of the missing lighting, bumper, grille, and fascia components. The exposed radiator and related components should be inspected for hidden damage, along with the front structure, cooling system, wiring, suspension, and safety systems before purchase or road use.