What do hail 2017 KIA OPTIMA models sell for?

Across 10 recorded sales of the 2017 KIA OPTIMA with hail damage, the median was $4,225, from $3,350 to $4,900. That is 22% above the $3,450 median for the model across every damage type, over the last 36 months. Estimates from past sales, not a valuation.

What does a clean title mean for this KIA OPTIMA?

This 2017 KIA OPTIMA 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 KIA OPTIMA from an export port?

The lot sat at COPART in TX - WILMER. The nearest major vehicle export port is Houston, 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.

What does "ENHANCED" mean on this listing?

ENHANCED is the auction's own condition note for this 2017 KIA OPTIMA. It marks a lot the auction has given extra listing prominence, not a statement about condition. Anything beyond that has to come from the photos and a physical inspection.

Is 148,385 miles high for a 2017 KIA OPTIMA?

Comparable 2017 KIA OPTIMA listings at auction averaged 87,582 miles across 208 sales, so at 148,385 miles this one sits 69% above 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 2017 KIA OPTIMA 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 hail damage, that tells you more about its condition than the damage label alone.

2017 KIA OPTIMA EX BROWN 2.4L 4 - 5XXGU4L36HG161138 | $1,100

5XXGU4L36HG161138 2017 KIA OPTIMA - Image 1

Price

$1,100

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

5/2/2025

Lot

#54746605

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on May 2, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting KIA OPTIMA manufactured in 2017, represented by 5XXGU4L36HG161138 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $1,100. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeKIA
ModelOPTIMA
VIN5XXGU4L36HG161138
Year2017
Body Style
Car KeysPRESENT
ColorBROWN
Cylinders4
Document TypeCT - CLEAN TITLE
DriveFRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type2.4L 4
Estimated Retail Value$1200
FuelGAS
HighlightsENHANCED
LocationTX - WILMER
Odometer148385 miles
Primary DamageHAIL
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesEX
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2017 KIA OPTIMA EX was sold at auction on May 1, 2025, in Wilmer, TX, for a price of $1,100. This 2017 KIA OPTIMA EX, with its 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and automatic transmission, was a front-wheel drive vehicle designed for fuel efficiency and smooth handling. The car boasted a range of key features, including enhanced trim level, which likely included upgraded interior amenities and exterior styling. However, the vehicle had sustained hail damage, which may have affected its exterior appearance. The odometer reading at the time of sale was 148,385 miles, indicating a relatively high mileage for a vehicle of its age. The 2017 KIA OPTIMA EX, with its 5XXGU4L36HG161138 Vehicle Identification Number, was a mid-size sedan that offered a comfortable ride and reliable performance, making it a popular choice among consumers.

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Market Price Comparison - 2017 KIA OPTIMA

Average market prices based on 208 recent auction sales. Prices vary by condition, mileage, and location.

Average USA Price

$3,450

Average Europe Price

$4,830

Price Range (USA)

$3,050 - $4,500

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

How this 2017 KIA OPTIMA compares

Based on recorded auction sales of this model with hail 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: $1,100 — 68% below the $3,450 median across 208 sales
Against pre-damage value: 8% below the $1,200 estimated retail value
Hail damage: Hail examples of this model sell at a $4,225 median, 22% above the model average (10 comparable sales)
Mileage: 148,385 mi — 69% above the 87,582 mi average for this group
Keys: Present
Condition note: Enhanced
Title: Clean Title
Nearest export port: Houston, roughly 200 mi — estimated $250-$350 to move it there by open carrier

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