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1G4NJ52M8TC404419 — 1996 Buick Skylark — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

1996 Buick Skylark Gran Sport/Custom/Limited

Lot #41617654 · VIN 1G4NJ52M8TC404419

🇺🇸 IAAIFront EndKeys included✓ Runs & drivesSold

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1996 Buick Skylark, Front End, IAAI, VIN 1G4NJ52M8TC404419 · photo 1 of 16

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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.

Transparent customs clearanceImport duty, excise and VAT per customs code — full breakdown in the contract before your bid.

Photo report at every stageBid → warehouse → port → handover. You see your car at every step — by email and on Telegram.

Auction IAAI · Lot #41617654

Final bid$225Market value of the intact car in the US: $5,185This 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 Ukraine$10,782–11,182≈ ₴484,600–502,578

1 · Bid$500

2 · Auction fees & documents$540

3 · Shipping USA → Klaipeda$1,260–1,660

4 · Customs clearance$7,132

5 · Broker & delivery to Ukraine$1,350

Total$10,782–11,182

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History of this VIN

VIN 1G4NJ52M8TC404419 history

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Dates and times are US auction time (ET), regardless of your time zone settings. Newest events on top.

Lot #

DateEventAmount

IAAI#41617654You are here

Seller: State Farm InsuranceInsurance company
Mileage: 81,731 mi
Damage: Front End

Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Buick Skylark 1996

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 100. Of these — crashes: 7, fires: 1.

Most-reported systems

Air Bags
18
Engine And Engine Cooling
17
Service Brakes
16
Electrical System
15
Hydraulic
15
Seat Belts
8

Official recalls

Electrical System
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AND THE DRIVER HOLDS THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, AND SOMETIMES PRODUCES ENOUGH HEAT TO MELT INTERNAL SWITCH PARTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT IN THESE VEHICLES TO PREVENT HIGH CURRENT FROM FLOWING THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 27, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737, BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.
NHTSA campaign: 02V070000
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
Fuel System, Gasoline
CERTAIN DELPHI AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMP MODULES / MODULE RESERVOIR ASSEMBLIES (MRA) THAT WERE SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. DURING PRODUCTION THE MRAS VENT AND FUEL RETURN TUBES WERE REVERSED. THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN THE VEHICLE NOT RUNNING CORRECTLY (IDLE ROUGH AND/OR STALL) DUE TO AN OVERLY RICH FUEL BLEND OR THE VEHICLE'S EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CARBON CANISTER MAY LEAK FUEL.
Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE MRAS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 1-877-335-7443.

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

1996 Buick Skylark Gran Sport/Custom/Limited

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 1G4NJ52M8TC404419 history

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Damage & condition

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