CHEVROLET NATIONAL 1928 GREEN VIN: B31095

1. Measure and, if necessary, straighten the vehicle frame on a frame machine (left frame rail).
2. Replace the left front fender, hood, front bumper assembly, grille, both headlights, and all front-end mounting hardware.
3. Remove the SRS system, including the driver's airbag module, seatbelt pretensioners, and SRS control module (reset or replacement).
4. Repair the left front suspension, including control arms, ball joints, and possibly the CV axle.
5. Inspect and repair the front electrical wiring harnesses as required.
6. Perform a colour-matched repaint, including the driver's-side adjacent panels.

The key unknown factor is the actual extent of the left front frame rail damage. If the frame requires replacement rather than straightening, both the repair scope and parts cost will increase significantly.

This 2022 Hyundai Palisade is well-equipped, featuring a full leather interior, 20-inch Michelin wheels, a new finish, and a digital instrument cluster, with approximately 51,000 miles on the odometer. The vehicle is listed as Run & Drive, indicating that the engine and automatic transmission appear to be operational. The rear half of the vehicle is in excellent condition, and all visible damage is concentrated in the left front corner.

The market value of a roadworthy Palisade of the same model year and mileage is $31,479. The required repairs are classified as structural, involving frame straightening, SRS suspension, and the driver's airbag. The purchase price — factoring in restoration costs — should leave a significant margin below the market value. If the total cost of winning the bid, shipping, and repair comes to less than 70–75% of the market value of an undamaged equivalent, the deal could be attractive to a reseller. For personal use (as a daily driver after repairs), the target price threshold is even lower due to the «salvage title» status.

• Measuring body geometry on a frame rack (specifically the left frame rail, front crossmember, and subframe mounting points).
• SRS module scanning: read all codes, identify which airbags deployed and the status of seatbelt pretensioners.
• Full OBD scan of all modules (ABS, ESC, ADAS, BCM, TCM).
• Inspection of the front left suspension: control arms, ball joints, steering knuckle, CV joint, dust boots.
• Starting and warming up the engine, checking for coolant, oil, and ATF leaks; inspecting hoses and the radiator under pressure.
• Inspection of front wiring harnesses (left headlight, ABS, ADAS sensors, parking sensors).
• VIN check against databases for previous insurance claims (Carfax/AutoCheck).
• Inspection of the left front body pillar (A-pillar) from the inside and outside for deformation.
• Checking the condition and tightness of the front left wheel hub bearing.
• Inspection of the front left wheel rim and tire for hidden cracks.