2026 Buick Encore Gx Sport Touring
KL4AMESL8TB078283

Lot sold Winning bet: $6 300 USD Sales records: 1

2026 Buick Encore Gx Sport Touring VIN KL4AMESL8TB078283 was sold at Copart for $6 300 USD. Last known mileage — 4 741 mi. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar BUICK ENCORE listings.

Characteristics

Seller Reserve Price
VIN KL4AMESL8TB078283
Auction Copart
Mileage 4,741 mi 7,630 km
Auction Date (UTC) 05/18/2026 17:00
Engine 1.3l 3
Color Black
Transmission Automatic
Fuel GAS
Drive All wheel drive
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 29 525 USD
Market value $ 29 964 USD
Primary damage Side
Secondary damage Front End

Trade history

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Exterior condition

2 damages · 2 zones
Damage map
1 2
1 Other
Primary damage: SIDE
2 Front
Secondary damage: FRONT END
AI Analysis
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Expert Conclusion 2/10
Repair Complexity: High
Risk of Hidden Damage: Very High

The estimated repair cost ($29,525) is nearly equal to the market value ($29,964). This indicates a total loss scenario. Repairs will require extensive structural work, airbag system replacement, and likely cooling system/radiator overhaul.

Advantages
Very low mileage (4,741 mi)
Sold by Insurance (documented damage history)
Modern vehicle trim
Disadvantages
Airbag deployment increases safety/cost concerns
Repair cost vs. Market value ratio is extremely poor
High risk of unseen structural/frame damage
Avoid

The vehicle has suffered severe frontal impact leading to airbag deployment. While the mileage is extremely low (4,741 mi), the cost of restoration makes this economically unviable. The proximity of repair costs to market value is a major red flag.

Airbags: Deployed Glass: Intact Suspension damage
Damage
Severe Front Bumper & Grille — Significant impact damage to the grille and bumper assembly; structural components behind the bumper are likely compromised.
Severe Hood — Hood is heavily crumpled and buckled upward, indicating a high-energy frontal impact.
Moderate Front Fender (Driver Side) — Visible deformation and misalignment where the fender meets the hood and door.
Severe Driver Airbag — Steering wheel airbag is fully deployed, indicating a significant collision event.
Moderate A-Pillar / Upper Structure — Potential misalignment of the A-pillar due to the force required to deploy airbags and crumple the front end.
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VIN Decoder KL4AMESL8TB078283
A B S Standard
Airbag Location Curtain All Rows
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Knee 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Side 1st and 2nd Rows
Auto High Beam Standard
Auto Reverse System Standard
Blind Spot Intervention Standard
Blind Spot Monitor Standard
Body Class Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Brake System Type Hydraulic
C I B Standard
Daytime Running Light Standard
Displacement (L) 1.3
Displacement C C 1300.0
Displacement C I 79.33086732315
Doors 4
Drive Type AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Dynamic Brake Support Standard
E S C Standard
Engine Configuration In-Line
Engine Cylinders 3
Engine Model L3T
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 Centering Assistance Standard
Lane Departure Warning Standard
Lane Keep System Standard
Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source LED
Make BUICK
Manufacturer GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Model Encore GX
Model Year 2026
Other Engine Info L3, SIDI, VVT, ALUM
Other Restraint System Info AYF - Active Manual Belts
Park Assist Standard
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking Standard
Plant City BUPYEONG
Plant Country SOUTH KOREA
Rear Automatic Emergency Braking Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Standard
Rear Visibility System Standard
Seat Belts All Manual
Series2 Cab/Utility Body Type
T P M S Direct
Traction Control Standard
Trim Sport Touring
Turbo Yes
V I N KL4AMESL8TB078283
Valve Train Design Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Descriptor KL4AMESL*TB
Vehicle Type MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Vehicle Valuation (USA) KL4AMESL8TB078283
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors Black
Display Name Buick
Display Name Sport Touring SUV 4D
Display Name 2026
Display Name Encore GX
Drivetrains AWD
Engines 3-Cyl, ECOTEC, Turbo, 1.3 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents Yes
Insurance Owned Yes
Livery Use No
Miles 4741
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
Comfort Pkg, Buick Driver Confidence, StabiliTrak, ABS (4-Wheel), Theft Deterrent System, Keyless Entry, Push Button Start, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, AM/FM Stereo, SiriusXM Satellite, Navigation System, Bluetooth Wireless, OnStar & Buick Connected Services, OnStar Basics, Backup Camera, Dual Air Bags, F&R Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Knee Air Bags, Lane Change Alert, Heated Seats, Power Seat, Panorama Roof, Daytime Running Lights, LED Headlamps, Premium Wheels
Original Owner Yes
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-06-15
Salvage Yes
Taxi Use No
Title Brand Yes
Transmissions Automatic, 9-Spd
Used As Rental No
Market Price Analysis (USA) KL4AMESL8TB078283
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Vehicle Data KL4AMESL8TB078283
Vehicle
Make Buick
Model Encore GX
Year 2026
Country US
Sport Touring
Name AWD 4dr Sport Touring
Body style Sport Utility
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $29,000
Invoice $27,956
Supply & Demand (USA) KL4AMESL8TB078283
Vehicle
Make Buick
Model Encore GX
Year 2026
Market Overview
Supply level High
Demand level Low
Avg days to sell 81 days
DSO 74 days
Ingest date 2026-06-08
Listings (90d)
Sold 238
Active listings 196
Final price calculator Estimated value
Estimated value Current bid ($525) Buy It Now ($8,400)
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5 Service fee (~)
~$554
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