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Archived Lot. Auction ended on 20.05.2026

2012 Tesla Model s Signature VIN 5YJSA1DNXCFS00178

5YJSA1DNXCFS00178 2012 Tesla Model s Signature white

Lot# 111040925888

Final Bid $300

Seller: Erie Insurance Group

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iaai

2026-05-20

40925888

$ 300

1 mile

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Erie Insurance Group

Insurance

Car Specs Sedan

5YJSA1DNXCFS00178

Color White

Year 2012

Fuel Type Electric

Drivetrain Rear wheel drive

Mileage 1 mi / 2 km

Transmission info

Damages

Condition Stationary info

Primary Damage Engine burn info

Secondary Damage Exterior burn info

Key Missing info

Airbags Missing info

Bid Information

Location IL - Chicago North

Sale Date Wed, 20 May 2026 02:30 PM UTC

ACV / ERC $13463 USD / $5 USD info

US Auction IAAI

Seller

Erie Insurance Group

Seller Type Insurance Co. info

Title Salvage (Illinois)

Features & Specs Tesla MODEL S 2012

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Auction Fees: $ 85

Doc Fee: $ 39

Gate Fee: $ 165

Bank Wire Fee: $ 14.95

Total: $ 603.95

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Land Freight(Chicago North - New Jersey NJ) $ 585.23

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$ 100

Our Commission: $ 500

Size Surcharge: $ 0

Total: $ 2,010

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Tax: $ 0

VAT: $ 0

Port & Broker Fees: $ 730

Total: $ 730

Total price with delivery:
$ 3,343.95

* Additional charges may apply for parking at the port.

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Side By Side Trim Tesla MODEL S 2012 Signature, Base, Signature Performance, Performance

What It Means	Facts and Risks
Description	Fact: The auction reported a fire in the engine compartment. The fire source is localized in the engine and accessory equipment area. Causes: oil leak on hot surfaces, fuel line rupture, electrical wiring short circuit, overheating with subsequent ignition.
What to Check in Photos	Mandatory inspection of engine compartment: • Soot marks on inside of hood • Melting of plastic engine covers, air filter • Condition of wiring harnesses (melting, blackened insulation) • Damage to rubber hoses (fuel, cooling) • Deformation or discoloration of metal parts Important: Photos may not show damage inside the engine from overheating.
Critical Risks	Engine: High temperature can damage cylinder block, cylinder head, gaskets — risk of cracks and deformations even without visible external traces. Electronics: ECU, sensors, injectors — sensitive to temperature, may fail over time even after wiring replacement. Fuel System: Risk of damage to fuel pump, lines, injectors. Consequences: Even after complete replacement of accessory equipment, the engine block itself may have hidden defects.
Title Impact	Fact: Engine fire often leads to Salvage Title assignment, especially if insurance deemed the vehicle economically unfeasible to restore. Risk: During registration and insurance, difficulties may arise even after repairs.
Expert Recommendations	✓ Request maximum photos of engine compartment: from all sides, top, bottom (if available). ✓ Independent diagnostics mandatory: engine compression, cylinder head condition, electronics check. ✗ High risk of hidden defects: cosmetic repair (replacing burned parts) does not solve engine problems. ⚠️ Consider engine replacement: in some cases this is the only reliable restoration option.

What It Means	Facts and Risks
Description	Fact: The auction reported fire on the exterior body of the vehicle. Fire affected outer panels, paint coating, plastic exterior elements. Causes: fire spread from engine compartment, arson, ignition from external source, impact with fuel tank ignition.
What to Check in Photos	Inspect exterior panels: • Soot marks, paint blackening, charring • Melting of plastic parts (bumpers, moldings, lights) • Glass damage from high temperature • Deformation of metal body panels • Condition of wheel arches, fenders Important: Fire from outside often penetrates inside through gaps, damaging hidden elements.
Hidden Risks	Structural Integrity: High temperature weakens body metal, especially in welded joint areas. Corrosion: Burned paint and damaged protective coating open the path to rapid corrosion. Wiring: Fire can damage electrical wiring in pillars, doors, trunk lid. Seals: Rubber door and glass seals are destroyed by temperature — risk of leaks.
Restoration Cost	Fact: Restoration requires replacement of damaged panels, complete repainting, replacement of plastic elements, seals. Risk: Sourcing original parts for old or rare models may be difficult. Quality: Non-original parts may differ in gaps and fit quality.
Expert Recommendations	✓ Assess damage scale: localized fire vs extensive — different scope of work. ✓ Check structure: if structural elements are affected — restoration becomes significantly more complex. ✗ Consider corrosion: even after repairs, burned areas are prone to rapid rusting. ⚠️ Odor: even exterior fire leaves a burning smell that penetrates the interior.

Status	Facts and Risks
Intact (Intact)	Fact: Visually, airbag installation points (steering wheel, dashboard, trim) appear intact. No signs of deployment detected during external inspection. Risk: The inspector does not disassemble the interior. An airbag might be missing (cut out) or replaced with a dummy/resistor under an intact panel.
Deployed (Deployed)	Fact: Deployment of one or more airbags has been recorded. Risk: Carefully study interior photos to identify which specific airbags deployed (steering wheel, curtains, dash). We recommend making your own repair estimate based on visible damage.
Not Verified (Not Verified / Missing)	Fact: Inspector could not access the interior (vehicle locked/no keys) or airbags are dismantled. Risk: Maximum uncertainty. When budgeting, assume the worst-case scenario — complete absence of the safety system.

Metric	Description
ACV (Actual Cash Value)	The estimated market value of the vehicle in the U.S. at the time it was written off by the insurance company. Use: Helps assess the real value of the car before damage.
ERC (Estimated Repair Cost)	The insurer's preliminary estimate of repair costs for the U.S. market. Use: A general indicator for budgeting restoration costs.

Type	Description & Risks
Insurance Company	The most reliable seller type. Vehicles are sold after an insurance claim payout. Usually sold "as is" — without hidden repairs or defect masking before being listed on the insurance auto auction.
Dealer (Reseller)	Sold by an intermediary. Warning: High risk of poor-quality pre-sale repairs (cosmetic cover-ups) to conceal actual damage. An independent inspection is mandatory.
Rental Company	Vehicles from rental fleets. Often repaired at the company's expense (Self-Insured) without being reported to databases. Risk: History reports may show "No Accidents" and a Clean Title, while hiding actual repairs. The price is higher, but the history may be incomplete. Inspection is required.
Not-Insurance (Bank / Private / Other)	Banks, leasing companies, or private parties (Dealer / Reseller). Damage history may not be obvious. A detailed check is recommended; we do not recommend buying without an inspection.

2012 Tesla Model s Signature VIN 5YJSA1DNXCFS00178

Vehicle Condition

ENGINE BURN — Engine Fire

EXTERIOR BURN — Body Fire

Key Availability

Airbag Status

ACV / ERC

Seller Type

Insurance

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Features Specs

Rate	Coverage
1%	Covers total loss only during transportation. Any new damage that occurs in transit is not covered.
2.5%	Covers total loss and new damage that occurs from the moment the vehicle is accepted at the U.S. warehouse until it arrives at the port of discharge. Deductible: USD 200. Compensation is calculated based on the average market cost of repairs and replacement parts (new or used, depending on the most economically reasonable option). Official dealer pricing is not used.