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gastonia, NC
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Based on auction data, not an expert inspection
Get advice"Normal Wear" indicates standard wear and tear with no significant damage. It is one of the best markers for a buyer — the car has not been involved in any serious accidents.
Our advice: One of the most desirable auction categories — minimal risk, typical condition after regular everyday use.
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History of this VIN
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Lot listed (per our data)
12-month price trend · value forecast · similar sales nearby · report export
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The turnkey price is the auction bid + shipping from the USA + customs clearance (duty, excise, VAT) + our fixed fee from $500. The exact figure for this specific lot is computed by the calculator on this page — you see the full breakdown before bidding.
«Normal Wear» is a damage type per the auction's classification. Before you bid we provide a free expert review of the lot: assessing its real condition from the photos and the approximate repair cost.
We handle customs clearance: we calculate duty, excise and VAT per the current Customs Code formula and prepare all documents and certification. Rates depend on engine size, age and fuel type — the calculator accounts for this.
Usually 45–60 days from winning the auction to handover in Ukraine: US domestic logistics, ocean freight, customs. We send a report after each stage.
Auction yard: gastonia, NC. We will confirm the pickup location before purchase.
According to the auction: Runs & Drives. This is not an inspection — we will review the photos and available data before bidding.
The auction lists Sc - Dealer Only Clean Title. We will check its export and registration restrictions before bidding.
The auction lists the seller as FLAGSHIP FINANCIAL GROUP LLC. We will verify the details before bidding.
Typical price in US dollars, based on 91 sales of the same model and year with mileage within ±25,000 mi of this lot at US auctions over 12 months
Market price
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All sold Kia Forte →Based on our database of closed US auction lots. Updated daily.
Reliability & recalls
Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 28. Of these — crashes: 3, fires: 1.
Most-reported systems
Official recalls
Steering
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
NHTSA campaign: 22V304000 · 2022-05-05
Source: NHTSA (USA). This is model-level statistics, not a report on this specific car.
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