This KIA OPTIMA 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 OPTIMA?

This 2018 KIA OPTIMA 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 OPTIMA from an export port?

The lot sat at COPART in IL - ELGIN. The nearest major vehicle export port is Baltimore, roughly 700 miles away. Moving a car that distance on an open carrier typically runs $450-$675, 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 2018 KIA OPTIMA from AutoBidCar?

No. AutoBidCar is an archive of past auction listings, not a seller — we have never owned this vehicle. This 2018 KIA OPTIMA was listed at COPART as lot 63128654 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 5XXGT4L35JG226487?

5XXGT4L35JG226487 identifies this specific 2018 KIA OPTIMA in white 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.

2018 KIA OPTIMA LX WHITE 2.4L 4 - 5XXGT4L35JG226487 | $275

5XXGT4L35JG226487 2018 KIA OPTIMA - Image 1

Price

$275

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

1/21/2025

Lot

#63128654

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on January 21, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting KIA OPTIMA manufactured in 2018, represented by 5XXGT4L35JG226487 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $275. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeKIA
ModelOPTIMA
VIN5XXGT4L35JG226487
Year2018
Body Style
Car KeysNOT PRESENT
ColorWHITE
Cylinders4
Document TypeSC - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveFRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type2.4L 4
Estimated Retail Value$11523
FuelGAS
Highlights
LocationIL - ELGIN
OdometerN/A
Primary DamageBURN
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesLX
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2018 KIA Optima LX was sold at auction on January 21, 2025, in Elgin, Illinois, for a price of $275. This 2018 KIA Optima LX, a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine-powered, front-wheel drive vehicle, featured an automatic transmission and a fuel-efficient gas-powered drivetrain. The vehicle's exterior was painted a crisp white finish, while its interior boasted a range of key features, including a comfortable and spacious cabin, advanced safety features, and a user-friendly infotainment system. Unfortunately, the vehicle sustained significant damage from a burn, which is noted in the damage report. The odometer reading was not available at the time of sale. The 2018 KIA Optima LX, with its reliable 2.4L engine and smooth-shifting automatic transmission, was a popular choice among buyers seeking a practical and affordable sedan. The vehicle's VIN number is 5XXGT4L35JG226487.

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IAAI

KNAGM4A73F5659690

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Lot #57405704

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Sold For

N/A

IAAI

5XXGU4L1XKG298797

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Lot #46234984

Sold For

$3,350

COPART

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Market Price Comparison - 2018 KIA OPTIMA

Average market prices based on 486 recent auction sales. Prices vary by condition, mileage, and location.

Average USA Price

$3,500

Average Europe Price

$4,900

Price Range (USA)

$3,050 - $4,700

Note: These are median values from recent auction sales of 2018 KIA OPTIMA. Europe prices are estimated and may vary by country. Actual prices depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and market conditions.

How this 2018 KIA OPTIMA compares

Based on recorded auction sales of this model with burn 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: $275 — 92% below the $3,500 median across 486 sales
Against pre-damage value: 98% below the $11,523 estimated retail value
Keys: Not present — typically reduces the sale price
Title: Salvage Title
Nearest export port: Baltimore, roughly 700 mi — estimated $450-$675 to move it there by open carrier

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