Listed: Feb 7, 2026

VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ1600142012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSEDamaged

About this vehicle: VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 is a 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE in Damaged condition with 198,442 km shown; primary damage noted as FRONT END. Use this auction-check page for photos and specs before you bid, buy, or ship.

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This page is the auction-check record for VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014. It contains the latest available information about this 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE 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 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 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 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 typically want to confirm whether this CHEVROLET TRAVERSE 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 198,442 km. Primary damage is listed as FRONT END, which may affect insurability, repair cost, and resale value.

2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – front exterior
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – rear exterior
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – side profile
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – dashboard
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – interior seats
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – engine bay
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – exterior detail
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – undercarriage
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – trunk area
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – odometer reading
2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Damaged VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 – photo 11
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VIN Details

VIN
1GNKVGED2CJ160014
Make
CHEVROLET
Model
TRAVERSE
Year
2012
Mileage
198,442 km
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
Color
CREAM
Fuel
GAS
Damage
FRONT END
Est. Value
6864

Title chains & bundle reports

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VIN: 1GNKVGED2CJ160014

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse

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

Page reflects listing data as of May 19, 2026.

Our records first captured this listing on February 7, 2026. Listing data was last refreshed on May 19, 2026.

Listing history

  1. This listing first appeared in our data on February 7, 2026.
  2. The feed was last updated on May 19, 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.

Damage interpretation

Relative severity: High

Language patterns align with elevated-loss categories where teardown, measuring, and safety-system verification typically dominate the evaluation.

Budgeting often spans structural, electrical, and finishing trades concurrently; sequencing inspections reduces duplicated teardown.

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.

Elevated mileage intersects with wear-item replacement waves—struts, hubs, and cooling hoses become economically decisive alongside body estimates.

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.

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.
  • Elevated-loss vocabulary implies broader mechanical and electrical discovery budgets before acquisition math closes.
  • Odometer depth shifts negotiation toward consumables and deferred maintenance even when sheet metal looks innocent.
  • 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.

VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 shows significant damage (FRONT END). While repair may be feasible, costs vary widely by region and shop — an independent inspection is strongly advised before bidding. The recorded mileage of 198,442 km is close to the peer average of 197,224 km.

The dollar figure clears most of the peer set—about 47% north of the mean across 5 listings.

Feed snapshot · 1GNKVGED2CJ160014

Archive entry for 1GNKVGED2CJ160014: 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE—key auction fields are summarized before the spec grid.

Inspection & title note

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Vehicle History

VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 belongs to a 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. The exterior is finished in CREAM. It is equipped with a GAS engine and a AUTOMATIC transmission. This listing shows the vehicle in damaged condition with an odometer reading of 198,442 km.

Damage Assessment

The reported primary damage for this vehicle is FRONT END. 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 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 (2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE)

When purchasing a 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE, 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 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 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 198,442 km on the odometer, which should be independently verified. The listed damage category is "FRONT END", 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 1GNKVGED2CJ160014

The record for VIN 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 — a 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE — was sourced from autoconsultant. It first entered our system on February 7, 2026. The record was last refreshed on May 19, 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.

Buyers, exporters, rebuilders, and researchers frequently check an exact VIN to confirm whether a car has appeared at auction, changed status, or been relisted. If you need to understand the full process behind our checks, see how our auction history check works.

Specs · 1GNKVGED2CJ160014

Identifier 1GNKVGED2CJ160014 ties together marketplace fields and the decoder-backed attributes in this grid.

Manufacturer
CHEVROLET
Model
TRAVERSE
Year
2012
Fuel Type
GAS
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
Exterior Color
CREAM

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