This KIA FORTE 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 KIA FORTE?

This 2017 KIA FORTE 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 KIA FORTE from an export port?

The lot sat at COPART in FL - JACKSONVILLE. The nearest major vehicle export port is Jacksonville, roughly 200 miles away. Moving a car that distance on an open carrier typically runs $250-$350, 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.

Can I buy this 2017 KIA FORTE from AutoBidCar?

No. AutoBidCar is an archive of past auction listings, not a seller — we have never owned this vehicle. This 2017 KIA FORTE was listed at COPART as lot 84285324 and any sale happened there. We publish the record so buyers can research what comparable vehicles actually sold for.

What can I find out from VIN 3KPFK4A7XHE079381?

3KPFK4A7XHE079381 identifies this specific 2017 KIA FORTE in silver with a 2.0l 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.

2017 KIA FORTE LX SILVER 2.0L 4 - 3KPFK4A7XHE079381 | $1,300

3KPFK4A7XHE079381 2017 KIA FORTE - Image 1

Price

$1,300

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

1/20/2025

Lot

#84285324

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on January 20, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting KIA FORTE manufactured in 2017, represented by 3KPFK4A7XHE079381 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $1,300. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeKIA
ModelFORTE
VIN3KPFK4A7XHE079381
Year2017
Body Style
Car KeysNOT PRESENT
ColorSILVER
Cylinders4
Document TypeRB - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveFRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type2.0L 4
Estimated Retail Value$10389
FuelGAS
Highlights
LocationFL - JACKSONVILLE
OdometerN/A
Primary DamageALL OVER
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesLX
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2017 KIA FORTE LX was sold at auction on January 20, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, for $1,300. This 2017 KIA FORTE LX sedan features a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, paired with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, making it a reliable and fuel-efficient vehicle. With its sleek silver exterior, this FORTE LX model boasts a range of key features, including a comfortable and spacious interior, advanced safety features, and a smooth ride. Unfortunately, the vehicle has sustained significant damage, described as "all over," with no secondary damage reported. The odometer reading is unknown, and the vehicle's history is not detailed. The FORTE LX's technical specifications include a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, producing 173 horsepower and 131 lb-ft of torque, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with front-wheel drive. The VIN number for this vehicle is 3KPFK4A7XHE079381.

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Market Price Comparison - 2017 KIA FORTE

Average market prices based on 85 recent auction sales. Prices vary by condition, mileage, and location.

Average USA Price

$3,325

Average Europe Price

$5,220

Price Range (USA)

$3,000 - $4,350

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

How this 2017 KIA FORTE 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: $1,300 — 61% below the $3,325 median across 85 sales
Against pre-damage value: 87% below the $10,389 estimated retail value
Keys: Not present — typically reduces the sale price
Title: Salvage Title
Nearest export port: Jacksonville, roughly 200 mi — estimated $250-$350 to move it there by open carrier

Frequently Asked Questions - 2017 KIA FORTE

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