Can I trade a car in with a blown engine?

Asked by Michael Jan 20, 2021 at 03:29 PM about the 2014 Kia Optima SX Turbo

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TDolby answered 3 years ago

Talk to the dealer that you are planning on buying a car from. But I would not think they would not take it, as they would have a hard time reselling or auctioning it off for anything.

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james answered 3 years ago

You'll probably only get scrap value for the vehicle. Hope that helps! Jim

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