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Immaculate 2012 With 2.4l Gas (no Turbo), Lowered, Tint, Grille, Wheels, Clean! on 2040-cars

US $19,900.00
Year:2012 Mileage:25976
Location:

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
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Purchased this Optima new, intending to keep it for a long time.

(What it looked like.)

Settled on the EX model & 2.4L motor (over the SX or turbo) due to lower
price, creature comforts, better fuel economy, lower insurance rates.

   

Got the Premium and Technology packages:



Made the following additions / modifications...


* 4x ARK springs (lowered vehicle 1"-1.5")

* Drag Racing DR-43 wheels (18"x8.5")

Lowered for better handling and fuel economy.
8.5" and 40mm offset combine to deliver a sporty appearance.
18" means widely available tires, and wheels that are
cheap enough to replace if necessary. (receipt)


* Continental ExtremeContact DWS (235/45) tires:

Chosen for handling.  Driven about 25,000 miles.  Good tread remaining.
Tires need rotation now, replacement after another 10-15k.  (receipt)


* Gloss black Custom grille from Shark Racing,

* "K" badges on front, rear, steering wheel:

You might from time to time be asked, "What kind of car is that?"
I usually answer honestly. But you don't have to. (receipts)


* Tinted windows 50% front,  35% rear:

The legal limit permitted in Virginia. (receipt)


* WeatherTech FloorLiner DigitalFit mats:

Not cheap. Just excellent.  From WeatherTech.


* Kia Spare Tire Kit with jack:

This car does not come with a spare tire.
I bought the donut + jack kit from Kia and cut my
factory foam insert so it fits neatly where it should. (receipt)
Don't buy an Optima without the spare!


Purchased but not installed...


* Rear Spoiler:

Decided against installing this, but someone else
might want it. Painted and ready to bolt on if desired. (receipt)


* Concept III Cold Air Intake:

Ready to install for anyone who wants another
degree or two of improvement in fuel economy.
From Concept 3 Performance.



I used Fuelly.com to track consumption...

Fuelly

You benefit.

Peruse this car's consumption history with notes, even view 56 points on one graph.
(Yes I really did get 39 mpg that August evening...
on BP 87 under cool conditions & light rain.)



The Kia Optima really is an outstanding vehicle.

Comfortable and luxurious for half the price of a Lexus.

This one has not been in any accidents.

It was carefully broken in and gently driven.

Sirius radio/traffic subscription active and included.

All service performed, receipts available.

Would love to keep this vehicle!

But I'm divorcing and need the money.


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