What condition and odometer details does the auction feed show for VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198?

For VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198, the archived listing references a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. Odometer in the feed: 68,644 km. Primary loss/damage text: SIDE. Verify with the auction lane and title documents before purchase.

Listed: Jan 28, 2026

VIN 1G1ZH57B8942281982009 CHEVROLET MALIBU — Damaged

About this vehicle: VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198 is a 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU in Damaged condition with 68,644 km shown; primary damage noted as SIDE. Use this auction-check page for photos and specs before you bid, buy, or ship.

More about this VIN page

This page is the auction-check record for VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198. It contains the latest available information about this 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU including photographs from the auction lot, odometer readings, damage category, listed condition, estimated value where available, and provenance details from the originating marketplace. The Vehicle Identification Number 1G1ZH57B894228198 is a unique 17-character code assigned at manufacture that encodes the country of origin, manufacturer, vehicle type, restraint system, model line, engine type, and production sequence for this specific unit.

Buyers researching VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198 typically want to confirm whether this CHEVROLET MALIBU has been through a salvage auction, whether it carries a clean or rebuilt title, and what the recorded mileage was at the time of sale. The details above are extracted directly from the auction feed and should be verified against official government title records and an independent mechanical inspection before purchase. At last record, the odometer showed 68,644 km. Primary damage is listed as SIDE, which may affect insurability, repair cost, and resale value.

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VIN Details

VIN: 1G1ZH57B894228198
Make: CHEVROLET
Model: MALIBU
Year: 2009
Mileage: 68,644 km
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Color: SILVER
Fuel: GAS
Damage: SIDE
Est. Value: 6920

Title chains & bundle reports

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VIN: 1G1ZH57B894228198

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu

This report includes specification, photos, listing timelines, and contextual notes where the auction feed provides them.

Page reflects listing data as of May 21, 2026.

Our records first captured this listing on January 28, 2026. Listing data was last refreshed on May 21, 2026.

Listing history

This listing first appeared in our data on January 28, 2026.
The feed was last updated on May 21, 2026.

Listing interpretation

Structured reading of the fields on this row—how severity tends to present in repairs, how this model line is discussed by owners, why auction aggregators surface vehicles like this, and buyer-facing takeaways that go beyond repeating specifications.

Model context

Without a narrow body-style hint, cross-check undercar photos against the declared damage corner—auction taxonomy is terse compared with repair estimates.

Market and listing context

Insurance and wholesale channels routinely publish salvage-eligible units into aggregated feeds; appearance here signals disposition mechanics rather than retail-ready merchandising.

Older model years naturally concentrate in wholesale lanes as fleets turn over and consumer retail demand thins—depreciation curves steepen even absent crash history.

When damage phrases carry specifics instead of stock status words, cohort listings cluster around comparable repair economies—use hub browsing to sense how often this model-year combination repeats.

Damage interpretation

Relative severity: Medium

Damage language sits in a mid band where repairs may be straightforward for specialists yet still hide unseen structural or mechanical work.

Expect blended body and mechanical scopes—multiple assemblies may need R&I even when the headline damage reads narrow.

What this listing implies for a buyer

Treat the headline damage string as a routing label, not a repair estimate—photos and pull reports still decide feasibility.
Mid-band impairment often splits buyers between parts-out economics and reconstruction—pick a lane before bid psychology tightens.
Above-cohort estimates invite scrutiny for undisclosed repair completion or option bundles not echoed in the damage line.

Notes on this listing

Based on what this feed shows, there are enough open questions that an in-person look and title check matter.

This 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU (VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198) carries light-to-moderate damage while priced above comparable listings. Verify whether the price reflects repair work already completed or represents a premium listing. This unit's odometer of 68,644 km is notably below the peer average of 155,371 km.

The dollar figure clears most of the peer set—about 76% north of the mean across 4 listings.

Feed snapshot · 1G1ZH57B894228198

1G1ZH57B894228198 maps to a 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU in the feed snapshot below (condition, odometer, damage, platform).

Inspection & title note

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Vehicle History

VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198 belongs to a 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU. The exterior is finished in SILVER. It is equipped with a GAS engine and a AUTOMATIC transmission. This listing shows the vehicle in damaged condition with an odometer reading of 68,644 km.

Damage Assessment

The reported primary damage for this vehicle is SIDE. A professional mechanical inspection is strongly recommended before purchase to accurately determine the extent of repairs required and assess overall safety. Damage severity can vary significantly and may affect the vehicle's structural integrity, safety systems, and long-term reliability.

Buying Guide for 1G1ZH57B894228198 (2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU)

When purchasing a 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU, it is important to review the full vehicle history before making any financial commitment. Auction vehicles are sold as-is, meaning the buyer assumes all responsibility for the condition of the vehicle after purchase. Always verify the VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198 against official government databases — such as the NHTSA recall lookup and NMVTIS title records — to confirm title status, outstanding liens, odometer readings, and any reported incidents.

For Damaged vehicles, we recommend obtaining a detailed inspection report from a certified mechanic prior to bidding. This unit has recorded 68,644 km on the odometer, which should be independently verified. The listed damage category is "SIDE", which may affect insurance classification, repair costs, and resale value. Understanding the true cost of ownership, including parts, labor, import duties, and registration, is essential before placing a bid or submitting an offer.

Auction Listing Context for 1G1ZH57B894228198

The record for VIN 1G1ZH57B894228198 — a 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU — was sourced from autoconsultant. It first entered our system on January 28, 2026. The record was last refreshed on May 21, 2026. The source label matters because auction platforms, insurance lenders, and salvage feeds each use different condition categories. A status of damaged here reflects what the originating marketplace reported — not a current roadworthiness certificate. Photos, mileage readings, and damage notes all come from that original feed and should be compared against in-person inspection results and official title paperwork before any financial commitment.

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