2018 Bmw 530 I
WBAJA5C56JG898342

Lot sold Winning bet: $3 500 USD Sales records: 1 Average price: $ 8 468 USD View stats

2018 Bmw 530 I VIN WBAJA5C56JG898342 was sold at Copart for $3 500 USD. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar BMW 5 SERIES listings.

Analysis report

This 2018 BMW 5 Series features a branded title and was declared a total loss by an insurance company in March 2026 following reports of severe damage and front-end issues. The vehicle has been through two owners, with the most recent ownership involving transitions between Florida, Virginia, and Maryland where it failed a safety inspection before being sold at auction. While the report includes 20 service records including oil changes and battery replacements as recently as late 2025, the presence of a salvage title and 'Not Actual Mileage' status indicates significant history concerns. Reviewing the full report is essential before buying, bidding on, or financing this vehicle to understand how the specific damage claims and title changes impact its current value.

Characteristics

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VIN WBAJA5C56JG898342
Auction Copart
Auction Date (UTC) 06/26/2026 14:00
Engine 2.0l 4
Color White
Transmission Automatic
Fuel GAS
Drive REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 16 950 USD
Market value $ 16 950 USD
Primary damage Front End

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Exterior condition

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

The vehicle requires significant front-end reconstruction. Beyond the visible body panels, there is a high probability of damage to the cooling system and structural mounting points in the engine bay. The airbag deployment will necessitate extensive interior work.

Advantages
Insurance seller provides a higher level of transparency regarding the damage history.
Rear and side body panels appear to be in excellent condition with no visible impact.
Disadvantages
Severe front-end collision suggests potential engine bay component damage (radiator, cooling fans, AC lines).
Airbag deployment necessitates a full interior safety system reset/replacement.
Potential for frame rail misalignment which can affect wheel alignment and handling.
Proceed with Caution

While being an insurance-held vehicle is a plus for documentation, the severity of the front impact and subsequent airbag deployment makes this a high-risk project. The repair cost (16,950) equals the market value exactly; however, unless you can source parts cheaply or have specialized labor to fix structural issues/airbags, it may be difficult to turn a profit.

Airbags: Deployed Glass: Intact Suspension damage
Damage
Severe Hood — Significant structural deformation and buckling of the hood due to a heavy front-end impact.
Moderate Front Bumper & Grille Assembly — The bumper cover is destroyed, and internal support structures/brackets are likely compromised or detached.
Moderate Headlight Assemblies — Driver side housing appears cracked; passenger side mounting points may be damaged. Replacement of both units is likely required for safety/alignment.
Severe Front Frame / Core Support — The depth of the impact suggests potential damage to the radiator support, frame rails, and underlying structural components.
Severe Airbags — Driver side steering wheel airbag has deployed. This indicates a significant impact force was registered by the sensors.
Generated by Artificial Intelligence for reference
VIN Decoder WBAJA5C56JG898342
A B S Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control Optional
Adaptive Driving Beam Optional
Airbag Location Curtain 1st and 2nd Rows
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Knee 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Side 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Auto High Beam Standard
Auto Reverse System Standard
Axles 2
Base Price 52650.00
Blind Spot Monitor Optional
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
C A N_ A A C N Standard
C I B Optional
Daytime Running Light Standard
Displacement (L) 2.0
Displacement C C 1997.41923096
Displacement C I 121.89
Doors 4
Dynamic Brake Support Standard
E S C Standard
Engine Cylinders 4
Engine H P 248
Forward Collision Warning Optional
Fuel Type Gasoline
G V W R Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
G V W R_to Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Keyless Ignition Standard
Lane Departure Warning Optional
Lane Keep System Optional
Make BMW
Manufacturer BMW AG
Model 530i
Model Year 2018
Park Assist Optional
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking Optional
Plant City DINGOLFING
Plant Country GERMANY
Pretensioner Yes
Rear Visibility System Standard
Seat Belts All Manual
Seat Rows 2
Seats 5
Series 5-Series
Steering Location Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
T P M S Direct
Top Speed M P H 156
Traction Control Standard
Transmission Speeds 8
Transmission Style Automatic
V I N WBAJA5C56JG898342
Vehicle Descriptor WBAJA5C5*JG
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Wheel Size Front 18
Wheel Size Rear 18
Wheelbase 117.10
Wheels 4
Vehicle Valuation (USA) WBAJA5C56JG898342
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors White
Display Name BMW
Display Name 530i Sedan 4D
Display Name 2018
Display Name 5 Series
Drivetrains RWD
Engines 4-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 2.0 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents Yes
Insurance Owned Yes
Livery Use No
Miles 82616
Not Actual Mileage Yes
Options
Blind-Spot Warning, Premium Pkg, Driver Assistance Pkg, Executive Pkg, Sport Line, Luxury Pkg, Dynamic Traction Control, Dynamic Stability Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Alarm System, Keyless Entry, Push Button Start, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Power Close Doors, Dynamic Cruise Control, Power Trunk Release, Servotronic Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, Head-Up Display, AM/FM/HD Radio, CD/MP3 (Single Disc), harman/kardon Sound, Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound, SiriusXM Satellite, Navigation System, Smartphone Interface, Bluetooth Wireless, BMW Assist, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Lane Keeping Assistant, Heated Seats, Dual Power Seats, Leather, Moon Roof, Daytime Running Lights, Fog Lights, Alloy Wheels
Original Owner No
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-06-26
Salvage Yes
Taxi Use No
Title Brand Yes
Transmissions Automatic, 8-Spd Sport
Used As Rental No
Market Price Analysis (USA) WBAJA5C56JG898342
Vehicle
Make B M W
Model 5 SERIES
Trim 4D SEDAN 530I LUXURY
Year 2018
Color White
Odometer 100,000 mi
Typical Listing Price
Adjusted average $16,650
Base value $18,350
Avg odometer 83,887 mi
Color adjustment $60
Odometer adjustment $-1,770
Weekly depreciation $-7
Private seller price $14,700
Fair Purchase Price
Adjusted average $16,500
Base value $18,150
Avg odometer 83,887 mi
Color adjustment $60
Odometer adjustment $-1,730
Weekly depreciation $-7
Active Listings
Days to sell 0 days
Fair market purchase price — $16,500. Mileage is above the market average (83,887 mi).
Vehicle Data WBAJA5C56JG898342
Vehicle
Make BMW
Model 5 Series
Year 2018
Country US
530i
Name 530i Sedan
Body style 4dr Car
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $52,650
Invoice $49,465
Supply & Demand (USA) WBAJA5C56JG898342
Vehicle
Make BMW
Model 5 Series
Year 2018
Market Overview
Supply level Neutral
Demand level Neutral
Avg days to sell 44 days
DSO 44 days
Ingest date 2026-06-22
Listings (90d)
Sold 1424
Active listings 704
Final price calculator Estimated value
Estimated value Current bid ($1,650)
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2 Auction fees
3 Trucking to port MD · DC - WASHINGTON DC
$320
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5 Service fee (~)
~$554
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