This HYUNDAI SONATA sold without keys — does that matter?

Yes, usually. A missing key means the vehicle often cannot be started or moved under its own power at the yard, so its condition is harder to verify and buyers bid more cautiously. Replacing a modern key and reprogramming it to the immobiliser typically runs into the hundreds. It is one of the more common reasons an otherwise sound car sells below its comparables.

What does a salvage title mean for this HYUNDAI SONATA?

This 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA was sold on a salvage title. A salvage title means an insurer declared the vehicle a total loss. Repairing it and passing a state inspection can convert it to a rebuilt title, which stays on the record permanently and affects resale value.

How far is this HYUNDAI SONATA from an export port?

The lot sat at COPART in MD - WALDORF. The nearest major vehicle export port is Baltimore, roughly 40 miles away. Moving a car that distance on an open carrier typically runs $200-$300, 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 can I find out from VIN 5NPE34AF4HH479027?

5NPE34AF4HH479027 identifies this specific 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA in blue with a 2.4l 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.

Can I buy this 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA from AutoBidCar?

No. AutoBidCar is an archive of past auction listings, not a seller — we have never owned this vehicle. This 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA was listed at COPART as lot 44858855 and any sale happened there. We publish the record so buyers can research what comparable vehicles actually sold for.

2017 HYUNDAI SONATA SPORT BLUE 2.4L 4 - 5NPE34AF4HH479027 | $250

5NPE34AF4HH479027 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA - Image 1

Price

$250

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

3/11/2025

Lot

#44858855

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on March 11, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting HYUNDAI SONATA manufactured in 2017, represented by 5NPE34AF4HH479027 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $250. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeHYUNDAI
ModelSONATA
VIN5NPE34AF4HH479027
Year2017
Body Style
Car KeysNOT PRESENT
ColorBLUE
Cylinders4
Document TypeS1 - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveFRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type2.4L 4
Estimated Retail Value$6018
FuelGAS
Highlights
LocationMD - WALDORF
OdometerN/A
Primary DamageBURN - ENGINE
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesSPORT
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2017 Hyundai Sonata Sport, a mid-size sedan with a sporty twist, was sold at auction on March 11, 2025, in Waldorf, Maryland, for a price of $250. This vehicle, boasting a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission, was designed to deliver a smooth and efficient driving experience, with front-wheel drive capability and a fuel-efficient gas-powered engine. The Sonata Sport's sport-tuned suspension and 17-inch alloy wheels provided a responsive and agile ride, while its range of standard features, including a touchscreen infotainment system and advanced safety features, enhanced the overall driving experience. Unfortunately, the vehicle suffered significant damage, specifically a burn to the engine, which rendered it inoperable. Despite this, the sale price of $250 reflected the vehicle's salvage value, and the buyer acquired the 2017 Hyundai Sonata Sport with the understanding of its compromised condition, as evidenced by its VIN number, 5NPE34AF4HH479027.

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IAAI

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Sold For

$150

COPART

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Lot #71672896

Sold For

N/A

COPART

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Market Price Comparison - 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA

Average market prices based on 552 recent auction sales. Prices vary by condition, mileage, and location.

Average USA Price

$3,450

Average Europe Price

$4,747

Price Range (USA)

$3,050 - $4,850

Note: These are median values from recent auction sales of 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA. Europe prices are estimated and may vary by country. Actual prices depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and market conditions.

How this 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA compares

Based on recorded auction sales of this model with burn - engine 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: $250 — 93% below the $3,450 median across 552 sales
Against pre-damage value: 96% below the $6,018 estimated retail value
Keys: Not present — typically reduces the sale price
Title: Salvage Title
Nearest export port: Baltimore, roughly 40 mi — estimated $200-$300 to move it there by open carrier

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