2018 Kia Forte Lx
3KPFL4A70JE170274

Sales records: 1 Average price: $ 1 770 USD View stats

2018 Kia Forte Lx VIN 3KPFL4A70JE170274 is available at IAAI. Last known mileage — 60 953 mi. This page includes photos, sale history, market estimate and similar KIA FORTE listings.

Analysis report

This 2018 Kia Forte LX was previously used as a rental vehicle before passing through four owners and transitioning into personal use across Maryland, Minnesota, Montana, and Michigan. While the vehicle has been maintained with five service records including oil changes and brake inspections at local shops like Midas and Performance Plus Quick Oil Change, it carries significant history involving reported minor damage in 2025 followed by moderate functional damage to the front of the vehicle in early 2026. The vehicle was ultimately declared a total loss in Michigan as of June 24, 2026. Reviewing the full report is essential before buying, bidding on, or financing this vehicle to understand how the structural issues and title status impact its current value and safety.

Characteristics

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VIN 3KPFL4A70JE170274
Auction IAAI
Mileage 60,953 mi 98,094 km
Auction Date (UTC) 07/20/2026 13:30
Engine 2.0l I-4 Dohc, Vvt, 147hp
Color Black
Body Sedan
Transmission Automatic
Fuel Gasoline
Key Keys Present
Cost of repair $ 9 717 USD
Market value $ 10 692 USD
Primary damage Front End

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Exterior condition

1 damage · 1 zone
Damage map
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1 Front
Primary damage: Front End
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Expert Conclusion 7/10
Repair Complexity: Medium
Risk of Hidden Damage: Moderate

The primary repair focus is the front passenger corner. While the exterior panels are mostly 'bolt-on', the proximity of the impact to the wheel well suggests a need for careful inspection of structural rails and suspension components.

Advantages
Insuranceer seller provides high confidence in documentation.
Low mileage (60,953) for the model year.
Rear and passenger side panels appear untouched.
Disadvantages
Front-end impact suggests potential radiator/cooling system damage not fully visible.
Potential frame rail deformation on the front right corner.
Good for Parts

The vehicle is an insurance sale with relatively low mileage. While the front-end damage is significant enough to warrant a 'Salvage' title in many cases, the core of the car remains intact. However, because the impact was concentrated on one corner, it may have affected structural mounting points for suspension components.

Airbags: Not Visible Glass: Intact Suspension damage
Damage
Moderate Front Bumper & Grille — The front bumper assembly is detached and heavily damaged on the passenger side. The grille is cracked/missing.
Minor Hood — The hood shows buckling and misalignment due to front-end impact, but appears structurally intact enough for replacement or repair.
Moderate Front Passenger Fender — Significant deformation of the fender panel; likely requires full replacement due to mounting point displacement.
Moderate Passenger Side Headlight Assembly — The headlight housing is cracked and pushed back. Replacement recommended for safety/alignment.
Severe Front Passenger Wheel Well / Inner Structure — Impact has reached the inner structure of the wheel well; potential damage to mounting brackets and underlying frame rails.
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