What does a clean title mean for this BUICK ENCORE?

This 2020 BUICK ENCORE was sold on a clean title. A clean title means no total-loss brand was recorded at the point of sale, which is unusual at salvage auctions and typically lifts the price.

How far is this BUICK ENCORE from an export port?

The lot sat at COPART in MI - WOODHAVEN. The nearest major vehicle export port is Baltimore, roughly 550 miles away. Moving a car that distance on an open carrier typically runs $475-$650, which is a real part of the landed cost and one reason identical cars fetch different bids depending on where they sit. Rates are indicative market figures rather than quotes, and rise with fuel prices and in winter.

What does "ENGINE STARTS" mean on this listing?

ENGINE STARTS is the auction's own condition note for this 2020 BUICK ENCORE. It is a short status flag applied by the auction, not the result of a mechanical inspection. Anything beyond that has to come from the photos and a physical inspection.

Is 42,065 miles high for a 2020 BUICK ENCORE?

Comparable 2020 BUICK ENCORE listings at auction averaged 54,864 miles across 513 sales, so at 42,065 miles this one sits 23% below that. At salvage auctions mileage moves the price far less than damage does — a low-mileage car with structural damage will still sell under a higher-mileage clean one.

Did this 2020 BUICK ENCORE come with keys?

Yes — this lot was listed with keys present, which usually means the vehicle could at least be started or moved at the yard. Combined with all over damage, that tells you more about its condition than the damage label alone.

What can I find out from VIN KL4CJASB5LB048949?

KL4CJASB5LB048949 identifies this specific 2020 BUICK ENCORE in black with a 1.4l 4 engine, front wheel drive. This page covers its auction history only. For ownership, servicing and reported accidents, run the VIN through Carfax, AutoCheck or NMVTIS — those records are separate from ours and we cannot change them.

2020 BUICK ENCORE PREFERRED BLACK 1.4L 4 - KL4CJASB5LB048949 | $350

KL4CJASB5LB048949 2020 BUICK ENCORE - Image 1

Price

$350

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

3/18/2025

Lot

#47773775

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on March 18, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting BUICK ENCORE manufactured in 2020, represented by KL4CJASB5LB048949 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $350. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeBUICK
ModelENCORE
VINKL4CJASB5LB048949
Year2020
Body Style
Car KeysPRESENT
ColorBLACK
Cylinders4
Document TypeCT - CLEAN TITLE
DriveFRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type1.4L 4
Estimated Retail Value$14609
FuelGAS
HighlightsENGINE STARTS
LocationMI - WOODHAVEN
Odometer42065 miles
Primary DamageALL OVER
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesPREFERRED
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2020 Buick Encore Preferred was sold at an auction on March 18, 2025, in Woodhaven, Michigan, for $350. This compact luxury crossover vehicle features a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine paired with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, making it a fuel-efficient option with a gasoline-powered drivetrain. With a total mileage of 42,065 miles, this Encore Preferred has been well-traveled, but its engine still starts, indicating a potential for further repair or restoration. The vehicle's exterior is finished in a sleek black color, while its interior features a range of amenities typical of the Encore Preferred model, including premium materials and advanced safety features. Unfortunately, the vehicle has sustained all-over damage, which is noted in the damage report. Despite this, the sale price of $350 reflects its current condition, and the vehicle's VIN number, KL4CJASB5LB048949, provides a permanent record of its identity and history.

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Sold For

$1,250

COPART

KL4CJ1SB7KB720881

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Market Price Comparison - 2020 BUICK ENCORE

Average market prices based on 513 recent auction sales. Prices vary by condition, mileage, and location.

Average USA Price

$4,150

Average Europe Price

$5,640

Price Range (USA)

$3,100 - $6,800

Note: These are median values from recent auction sales of 2020 BUICK ENCORE. Europe prices are estimated and may vary by country. Actual prices depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and market conditions.

How this 2020 BUICK ENCORE compares

Based on recorded auction sales of this model with all over damage over the last 36 months. Figures are estimates drawn from past sales, not a valuation. Transport costs are indicative market rates, not quotes.

Against comparable sales: $350 — 92% below the $4,150 median across 513 sales
Against pre-damage value: 98% below the $14,609 estimated retail value
Mileage: 42,065 mi — 23% below the 54,864 mi average for this group
Keys: Present
Condition note: Engine Starts
Title: Clean Title
Nearest export port: Baltimore, roughly 550 mi — estimated $475-$650 to move it there by open carrier

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