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WBY1Z8C31HV894151 — 2017 BMW i3 Rex — auction Copart | MaxUsAutos

2017 BMW I3 Rex

Lot #82320385 · VIN WBY1Z8C31HV894151

🇺🇸 CopartSideKeys includedSold

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What does the damage type «Side» mean

Side damage occurs in T-bone collisions, impacts with parking barriers, or sideswipes. Structurally, the side of a vehicle is critical for occupant protection, so damage here deserves careful inspection.

What may be damaged

doors, rocker panels, body pillars
side airbags (may have deployed and been quietly replaced)
window regulator mechanisms
wiring routed through sills and pillars

What to keep in mind

cabin sealing issues and water ingress
difficulty opening or closing doors properly
hidden weakening of structural body members

Our advice: Pay close attention to the condition of side airbags and look for any signs of welding on the body pillars.

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

Expert lot reviewBefore bidding, our expert analyses photos, VIN history and damage — an honest verdict plus a full turnkey budget.

Ocean freight insuranceFull-value coverage for the duration of shipping. Terms stated in the contract before departure.

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Auction Copart · Lot #82320385

Final bid2 600 USD20% of market valueMarket value of the intact car in the US: 12 822 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine421 173 ₴≈ 9 454 USD

1 · Auction price2 600 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT2 113 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker980 USD

5 · Certification + registration191 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN WBY1Z8C31HV894151 history

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Copart

Nov 21, 2025

Sold

2 600 USD

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: BMW i3 2017

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 51. Of these — crashes: 2, fires: 1.

Most-reported systems

Structure
11
Steering
11
Electrical System
7
Power Train
6
Air Bags
3
Fuel/Propulsion System
3

Official recalls

Air Bags
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the Driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.
NHTSA campaign: 17V720000
Fuel System, Gasoline
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign: 17V088000
Air Bags
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: NHTSA (USA). This is model-level statistics, not a report on this specific car.

2017 BMW I3 Rex

Vehicle specifications

What does the damage type «Side» mean

What may be damaged

What to keep in mind

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

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