2026 Volkswagen Jetta S
3VW5W7BU4TM040979

Last known mileage — 1 999 mi. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar VOLKSWAGEN JETTA listings.

Characteristics

VIN 3VW5W7BU4TM040979
Auction Copart
Mileage 1,999 mi 3,217 km
Auction Date (UTC) 07/27/2026 19:00
Engine 1.5l 4
Color White
Transmission Automatic
Fuel GAS
Drive FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 19 891 USD
Market value $ 24 093 USD
Primary damage Rear End

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Exterior condition

1 damage · 1 zone
Damage map
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1 Rear
Primary damage: REAR END
AI Analysis
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Expert Conclusion 4/10
Repair Complexity: High
Risk of Hidden Damage: High

Significant investment required. While the front and side profiles look clean, the rear impact may have caused buckling in the rear floor pan or trunk floor, which is difficult to detect visually. Alignment of the trunk and rear quarter panels is critical.

Advantages
Extremely low mileage (1,999 mi)
Insurance seller (high transparency/documentation likelihood)
Clean interior and front-end appearance
Disadvantages
High repair cost relative to market value
Potential for hidden structural/unibody damage in the rear
Risk of electrical issues in rear sensors/lighting wiring
Proceed with Caution

This is a very low-mileage vehicle (approx. 2,000 miles), which is a major plus. However, the rear-end damage is significant enough to potentially affect the vehicle's structural integrity. Since it is an insurance sale, the damage was likely deemed a total loss based on the $19,891 repair estimate vs $24,093 value. A professional inspection of the rear frame rails and trunk floor is mandatory before bidding.

Airbags: Not Visible Glass: Intact
Damage
Severe Rear Bumper Cover — Completely detached or severely deformed, hanging from the vehicle. Likely requires full replacement.
Moderate Trunk Lid / Tailgate — Appears misaligned or dented near the latch area; potential damage to the lifting mechanism.
Moderate Rear Quarter Panel — Visual deformation likely near the bumper interface; requires inspection for structural buckling.
Moderate Rear Lighting Assemblies — Tail lights likely cracked or displaced due to impact force.
Severe Rear Impact Bar / Reinforcement — Direct rear impact suggests damage to the underlying bumper reinforcement bar and potentially the rear unibody structure.
Generated by Artificial Intelligence for reference
VIN Decoder 3VW5W7BU4TM040979
A B S Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control Standard
Airbag Location Curtain All Rows
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Side 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Auto High Beam Standard
Auto Reverse System Standard
Blind Spot Monitor Standard
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
C I B Standard
Daytime Running Light Standard
Displacement (L) 1.5
Displacement C C 1500.0
Displacement C I 91.53561614209
Doors 4
Dynamic Brake Support Standard
E D R Standard
E S C Standard
Engine Cylinders 4
Engine H P 158
Engine Model TSI
Forward Collision Warning Standard
Fuel Type Gasoline
G V W R Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
G V W R_to Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Lane Departure Warning Standard
Lane Keep System Standard
Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source LED
Make VOLKSWAGEN
Manufacturer VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Model Jetta
Model Year 2026
Other Engine Info Test Group/Federal Emis Std/CA Emis Std: TVGAV01.5V2Q/Tier 3 BIN 20/L4 SULEV20
Other Restraint System Info Seat Belt: Active-Dr/Pass, Advanced Front Airbags
Plant City PUEBLA
Plant Country MEXICO
Plant State PUEBLA
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Standard
Rear Visibility System Standard
Seat Belts All Manual
Seat Rows 2
Seats 5
T P M S Indirect
Traction Control Standard
Transmission Style Automatic
Trim S
Turbo Yes
V I N 3VW5W7BU4TM040979
Vehicle Descriptor 3VW5W7BU*TM
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Vehicle Valuation (USA) 3VW5W7BU4TM040979
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors
Beige, Black, Blue, Brown, Burgundy, Gold, Gray, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Silver, White, Yellow
Display Name Volkswagen
Display Name 1.5T S Sedan 4D
Display Name 2026
Display Name Jetta
Drivetrains FWD
Engines 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents No
Insurance Owned No
Livery Use No
Miles 15
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
Blind-Spot Monitor, IQ.Drive, Hill Hold Assist Control, Electronic Stability Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Keyless Entry, Keyless Start, Air Conditioning, Power Door Locks, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, AM/FM Stereo, Premium Sound, Navigation System, Bluetooth Wireless, Infotainment System, Backup Camera, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Collision Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Daytime Running Lights, LED Headlamps, Rear Spoiler, Alloy Wheels, Premium Wheels, Premium Wheels 19"+
Original Owner Yes
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-07-22
Salvage No
Taxi Use No
Title Brand No
Transmissions Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic
Used As Rental No
Market Price Analysis (USA) 3VW5W7BU4TM040979
Vehicle
Make VOLKSWAGEN
Model JETTA
Trim 4D SEDAN S
Year 2026
Color White
Odometer 1,999 mi
Typical Listing Price
Adjusted average $23,700
Base value $23,800
Avg odometer 4,328 mi
Color adjustment $0
Odometer adjustment $140
Weekly depreciation $26
Private seller price $21,850
Fair Purchase Price
Adjusted average $23,200
Base value $23,300
Avg odometer 4,328 mi
Color adjustment $0
Odometer adjustment $140
Weekly depreciation $26
90 Days Sold
Price low $22,033
Price high $25,355
Mileage low 1,493 mi
Mileage high 9,173 mi
Active Listings
Price low $21,991
Price high $25,136
Mileage low 1,798 mi
Mileage high 9,626 mi
Days to sell 0 days
Fair market purchase price — $23,200. Mileage is below the market average (4,328 mi) — an advantage.
Vehicle Data 3VW5W7BU4TM040979
Vehicle
Make Volkswagen
Model Jetta
Year 2026
Country US
S
Name S Auto
Body style 4dr Car
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $23,995
Invoice $23,035
Supply & Demand (USA) 3VW5W7BU4TM040979
Vehicle
Make Volkswagen
Model Jetta
Year 2026
Market Overview
Supply level High
Demand level Neutral
Avg days to sell 40 days
DSO 142 days
Ingest date 2026-07-20
Listings (90d)
Sold 191
Active listings 302
Final price calculator Estimated value
Estimated value Current bid ($6,000)
1 Lot price
2 Auction fees
3 Trucking to port AZ · AZ - PHOENIX
$320
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5 Service fee (~)
~$554
1 4 Subtotal

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