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2G4WS52M9X1471558 — 1999 Buick Century Custom — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

1999 Buick Century Custom

Lot #43870773 · VIN 2G4WS52M9X1471558

🇺🇸 IAAIFront EndKeys includedSold

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1999 Buick Century, Front End, IAAI, VIN 2G4WS52M9X1471558 · photo 1 of 12

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What does the damage type «Front End» mean

Front-end damage typically results from head-on collisions, intersection accidents, impacts with obstacles (signs, curbs) or animal strikes. Beyond the visible body panels, internal mechanical components are often affected.

What may be damaged

hood, front bumper, grille
headlights, fog lights, turn signals
radiator and engine cooling systems
engine itself, mounts, and fuel systems
safety systems (airbags, seatbelts, pre-tensioners)
wiring harness and sensors

What to keep in mind

degraded handling and acceleration
reduced effectiveness of active safety systems
accelerated engine and cooling system wear from hidden leaks
collision risk from faulty lights or sensors

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 IAAI · Lot #43870773

Final bid125 USDMarket value of the intact car in the US: 3 989 USDRepair estimate: 7 500 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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✓ We inspect the lot on request — specialist video report✓ Fixed $500 commission, no hidden fees✓ Delivery + turnkey customs clearance in 45–60 days

Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine568 808 ₴≈ 12 792 USD

1 · Auction price500 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT7 756 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker875 USD

5 · Certification + registration191 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN 2G4WS52M9X1471558 history

1 time

Auction dates are shown in US auction time (ET), regardless of your timezone settings.

PhotoLot #AuctionDateOutcomeFinal bidSeller

NEW#43870773You are here

IAAI

Jan 30, 2026

Sold

125 USD

Erie Insurance Group

Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Buick Century 1999

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 252. Of these — crashes: 19, fires: 4.

Most-reported systems

Engine And Engine Cooling
56
Service Brakes
30
Visibility
30
Hydraulic
26
Exterior Lighting
24
Electrical System
16

Official recalls

Steering
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.
NHTSA campaign: 09E005000
Exterior Lighting
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME OF THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE OVERHEAD SIGN ILLUMINATION REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW LOW BEAM HEADLAMP BULBS IN BOTH OF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080. NOTE: IF THE BULB NEEDS REPLACEMENT IN THE FUTURE, GM BULB NUMBER 89024715 IS AVAILABLE FROM A DEALER, OR THE EQUIVALENT SYLVANIA BULB IS 9006HP, WITH ORANGE LETTERING ON THE BULB.
NHTSA campaign: 04V375000
Exterior Lighting
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE VERTICAL HEAD LAMP ADJUSTING DEVICE MAY NOT BE CALIBRATED PROPERLY.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT CONTAINING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTICALLY AIMING THE HEADLAMPS.
NHTSA campaign: 99V356000

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

1999 Buick Century Custom

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What does the damage type «Front End» mean

What may be damaged

What to keep in mind

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

VIN 2G4WS52M9X1471558 history

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