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1GTCS14X6W8542685 — 1998 GMC Sonoma Sl — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

1998 GMC Sonoma Sl

Lot #46205178 · VIN 1GTCS14X6W8542685

AUCTION TODAY · 06:30 PM🇺🇸 IAAIFront EndKeys included

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1998 GMC Sonoma, Front End, IAAI, VIN 1GTCS14X6W8542685 · photo 1 of 11

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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 #46205178

Expected lot price≈ $150Market-value estimate. Final price ±20%.

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Step $100. This is a guide for the manager, not an actual bid.

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Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine$14,470–14,870≈ ₴650,358–668,337

1 · Bid$500

2 · Auction fees & documents$540

3 · Shipping USA → Klaipeda$2,515–2,915

4 · Customs clearance$9,565

5 · Broker & delivery to Ukraine$1,350

Total$14,470–14,870

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History of this VIN

VIN 1GTCS14X6W8542685 history

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Lot #

DateEventAmount

IAAI#46205178You are here

Mileage: 41,436 mi
Damage: Front End

NowAuction Oct 7, 2026

Reliability & recalls

Common problems: GMC Sonoma 1998

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 181. Of these — crashes: 14, fires: 2.

Most-reported systems

Visibility
56
Seats
31
Service Brakes
20
Hydraulic
20
Structure
15
Engine And Engine Cooling
14

Official recalls

Fuel System, Other
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
NHTSA campaign: 07E021000
Exterior Lighting
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS BUILT WITH A CANDELA VALUE GREATER THAN 3,000 CANNOT BE MOUNTED HIGHER THAN 864MM ABOVE THE ROAD SURFACE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED WIRING HARNESS THAT CHANGES THE DRL'S FROM HIGH BEAM TO LOW BEAM DRL'S, AND INSTALL NEW LONG-LIFE LOW BEAM BULBS.
NHTSA campaign: 00V220000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. A FATIGUE FRACTURE OF THE REAR AXLE RIGHT-HAND BRAKE PIPE CAN OCCUR CAUSING A SLOW BRAKE FLUID LEAK RESULTING IN A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. IF THE BRAKE PIPE BREAKS, THE DRIVER WOULD EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN DROP IN THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BRAKE LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE, AND THERE WOULD BE A LOSS OF REAR BRAKE PERFORMANCE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE BRAKE PIPE.
NHTSA campaign: 97V218000
Electrical System
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES. AN ENGINE ELECTRICAL WIRING-HARNESS CLIP CAN MELT AND DRIP ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.

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

1998 GMC Sonoma Sl

Vehicle specifications

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 1GTCS14X6W8542685 history

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