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Used Ariel Cars for Sale near Des Moines, IA

12,087 results
Des Moines, IA
2025 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend AWD DeYarman Ford Indianola

2025 Ford Bronco Sport

Big Bend AWD

17,711 miles

$28,590

Fair Deal
Indianola, IA
14 mi away
Year:
2025
Make:
Ford
Model:
Bronco Sport
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
180 hp 1.5L I3
Exterior color:
Shadow Black
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Medium Lt Smoked Truffle
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
17,711
Stock number:
AA1281
VIN:
3FMCR9BNXSRE49118

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2013 Kia Optima EX

2013 Kia Optima

EX

113,233 miles

$7,424

Good Deal
Pleasant Hill, IA
7 mi away
Year:
2013
Make:
Kia
Model:
Optima
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
200 hp 2.4L I4
Exterior color:
Ebony Black
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
113,233
Stock number:
PB8213B1
VIN:
5XXGN4A73DG177052

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2023 Buick Encore GX Select FWD

2023 Buick Encore GX

Select FWD

22,841 miles

$20,990

Fair Deal
Indianola, IA
14 mi away
Year:
2023
Make:
Buick
Model:
Encore GX
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
137 hp 1.2L I3
Exterior color:
Summit White
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony With Ebony Interior Accents)
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission
Mileage:
22,841
Stock number:
F6686B
VIN:
KL4MMDS23PB141522

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2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT FWD

2016 Chevrolet Malibu

1LT FWD

146,637 miles

$7,967

Good Deal
Carroll, IA
73 mi away
Year:
2016
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Malibu
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
160 hp 1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Autumn Bronze Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
32 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
146,637
Stock number:
2600102D
VIN:
1G1ZE5ST1GF217506

2016 Jeep Compass Sport

2016 Jeep Compass

Sport

75,075 miles

$9,425

Good Deal
Mt Ayr, IA
68 mi away
Year:
2016
Make:
Jeep
Model:
Compass
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
158 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
24 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission
Mileage:
75,075
Stock number:
26040B
VIN:
1C4NJCBA4GD611890

2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD

2025 Tesla Model 3

Long Range RWD

35,470 miles

$34,397

Fair Deal
Store transfer to Urbandale, IA
633 mi away • Price includes $399 shipping Price includes $399 shipping
Year:
2025
Make:
Tesla
Model:
Model 3
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
Electric
Exterior color:
Gray
Combined gas mileage:
137 MPG
Fuel type:
Electric
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
35,470
Stock number:
28032371
VIN:
5YJ3E1EA3SF889855

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2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport

2.4L FWD

121,960 miles

$9,771

Good Deal
Waukee, IA
14 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
Hyundai
Model:
Santa Fe Sport
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
185 hp 2.4L I4
Exterior color:
Frost White Pearl
Combined gas mileage:
24 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
121,960
Stock number:
7019A
VIN:
5NMZU3LB4HH001075

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2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD

LT Extended Cab 4WD

139,964 miles

$12,500

Great Deal
Pocahontas, IA
96 mi away
Year:
2012
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Silverado 2500HD
Body type:
Pickup Truck
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Four-Wheel Drive
Engine:
360 hp 6L V8
Exterior color:
Silver Ice Metallic
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Mileage:
139,964
Stock number:
P417C
VIN:
1GC2KXCG1CZ324157

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2015 Nissan Frontier

SV Crew Cab 4WD

193,613 miles

$8,900

Good Deal
Pocahontas, IA
96 mi away
Year:
2015
Make:
Nissan
Model:
Frontier
Body type:
Pickup Truck
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Four-Wheel Drive
Engine:
261 hp 4L V6
Exterior color:
Arctic Blue Metallic
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray (Steel)
Transmission:
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Mileage:
193,613
Stock number:
P309B
VIN:
1N6AD0EVXFN704731

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2019 RAM 1500

Laramie Crew Cab 4WD

130,026 miles

$22,800

Good Deal
Pocahontas, IA
96 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
RAM
Model:
1500
Body type:
Pickup Truck
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Four-Wheel Drive
Engine:
395 hp 5.7L V8
Exterior color:
Delmonico Red Pearlcoat
Combined gas mileage:
18 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
130,026
Stock number:
P10203A
VIN:
1C6SRFJT9KN516929

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2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

LTZ Crew Cab 4WD

56,651 miles

$25,900

Good Deal
Sac City, IA
90 mi away
Year:
2015
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Silverado 1500
Body type:
Pickup Truck
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Four-Wheel Drive
Engine:
355 hp 5.3L V8
Exterior color:
Gray (Tungsten Metallic)
Combined gas mileage:
19 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
56,651
Stock number:
3242B
VIN:
3GCUKSEC3FG342203

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2019 Dodge Durango

Pursuit AWD

78,943 miles

$15,500

Great Deal
Creston, IA
54 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
Dodge
Model:
Durango
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
360 hp 5.7L V8
Exterior color:
Db Black Clearcoat
Combined gas mileage:
18 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
78,943
Stock number:
8665-1
VIN:
1C4SDJFT3KC659437

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2018 Ford F-150

Lariat SuperCrew 4WD

80,410 miles

$26,999

Good Deal
Creston, IA
54 mi away
Year:
2018
Make:
Ford
Model:
F-150
Body type:
Pickup Truck
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Four-Wheel Drive
Engine:
325 hp 2.7L V6
Exterior color:
Oxford White
Combined gas mileage:
21 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
80,410
Stock number:
8714-1
VIN:
1FTEW1EP2JFC01297

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2017 INFINITI QX60

AWD

108,471 miles

$12,500

Good Deal
Creston, IA
54 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
INFINITI
Model:
QX60
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
295 hp 3.5L V6
Exterior color:
Hagane Blue
Combined gas mileage:
22 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Wheat)
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission
Mileage:
108,471
Stock number:
8701-1
VIN:
5N1DL0MMXHC510108

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2017 RAM ProMaster City

67,992 miles

$13,440

Fair Deal
Humboldt, IA
85 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
RAM
Model:
ProMaster City
Body type:
Van
Engine:
178 hp 2.4L I4
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
67,992
Stock number:
AAE51538
VIN:
ZFBERFBB2H6E51538

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2018 Jeep Wrangler

Unlimited Sahara 4WD

77,264 miles

$24,995

Fair Deal
Ames, IA
29 mi away
Year:
2018
Make:
Jeep
Model:
Wrangler
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Four-Wheel Drive
Engine:
270 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Black Clearcoat
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
77,264
Stock number:
26372A
VIN:
1C4HJXEN4JW295857

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2017 Honda Odyssey

Touring FWD

129,078 miles

$16,889

Good Deal
Des Moines, IA
6 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
Honda
Model:
Odyssey
Body type:
Minivan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
248 hp 3.5L V6
Exterior color:
White Diamond Pearl
Combined gas mileage:
23 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Beige)
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
129,078
Stock number:
B2515822
VIN:
5FNRL5H9XHB015875

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2020 Toyota 4Runner

115,929 miles

$24,675

Great Deal
Ames, IA
29 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Toyota
Model:
4Runner
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Engine:
270 hp 4L V6
Exterior color:
Gray
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Mileage:
115,929
Stock number:
A1317A
VIN:
JTEZU5JR8L5222357

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2015 Toyota Avalon

XLE Touring

49,909 miles

$21,297

Fair Deal
Store transfer to Urbandale, IA
1,145 mi away • Price includes $1,299 shipping Price includes $1,299 shipping
Year:
2015
Make:
Toyota
Model:
Avalon
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
268 hp 3.5L V6
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
26 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (TAN)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
49,909
Stock number:
27555981
VIN:
4T1BK1EB6FU191827

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2019 Jeep Renegade

Altitude 4WD

75,603 miles

$13,695

Great Deal
Johnston, IA
6 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
Jeep
Model:
Renegade
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Four-Wheel Drive
Engine:
180 hp 2.4L I4
Exterior color:
Gray (Granite Crystal Metallic Clearcoat)
Combined gas mileage:
25 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
75,603
Stock number:
KPK55649V
VIN:
ZACNJBBB1KPK55649

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2020 Jeep Cherokee

Latitude Plus FWD

84,770 miles

$14,900

Good Deal
Coon Rapids, IA
59 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Jeep
Model:
Cherokee
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
180 hp 2.4L I4
Exterior color:
Light Brownstone Pearlcoat
Combined gas mileage:
26 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
84,770
Stock number:
16641A
VIN:
1C4PJLLB7LD544034

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2021 GMC Terrain

SLE FWD

62,178 miles

$18,000

Great Deal
Coon Rapids, IA
59 mi away
Year:
2021
Make:
GMC
Model:
Terrain
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
170 hp 1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Red Quartz Tintcoat
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Jet Black
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
62,178
Stock number:
16530A
VIN:
3GKALMEV7ML317715

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2017 Chevrolet Traverse

Premier AWD

69,768 miles

$16,500

Good Deal
Cedar Falls, IA
88 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Traverse
Body type:
SUV / Crossover
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
288 hp 3.6L V6
Exterior color:
Siren Red Tintcoat
Combined gas mileage:
18 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black (Ebony)
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
69,768
Stock number:
4107191
VIN:
1GNKVJKD3HJ200965

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Reviews

4.7 Overall rating

(25 reviews)

Customers say

Ariel vehicles are known for their thrilling performance and handling, appealing mainly to those looking for a racetrack experience. Owners love the rapid acceleration and lightweight feel of the Ariel Atom, likening it to a powerful go-kart. However, the lack of everyday usability, safety features, and comfort are notable downsides for many. While the minimalist design is admired, some find the interior lacks polish compared to standard cars.

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What people say

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Will A
3.0
Reviewed a 2006 Ariel Atom on Sep 17, 2008

truck. If you want a nice looking, good performing, solid truck for work or for yourself, and you don't want to spend over 20K on a new car, then this truck's for you. I have one in silver which I got for 18K. Although it could use more power since it's only 4 cylinder 2.7L, the engine it does use is a WORKHORSE, and has been used overseas in industrial and commercial applications for several years. In China, they've had these engines driving belts that pull massive quarry loads. I have made a few modifications to increase overall hp. I also threw out the small tires it comes with and added larger, more robust looking tires. The ride on this truck is excellent for a truck. The access cab has seats for two people that are good for short rides. I use my access cab as extra secured storage, but when I need to drive more than one extra person I can fit two more in the back. This truck is a beauty! The Toyota truck quality is still in play with this truck. The interior looks awesome, and well built...unlike Ford Rangers or Nissan Frontiers. The MPG is incredible for a truck this size. Besides price, this is why I went with a 2wd Access Cab 4 cylinder instead of a 6 cylinder Taco. I get 20-21 city mpg's, and 24-26 highway mpgs on this truck. In conclusion, if you want a beautiful looking truck inside and out, of good quality, with a comfortable ride, a workhorse of an engine, a truck that will last for a loooong time, and you don't need to tow heavy trailers or do off-roading, then go for this Tacoma

Ahmed H
5.0
Reviewed a 2009 Ariel Atom on Aug 18, 2009

excellent car for track use...wil be had pushed to find a better car..i dare anyone to beat this car on a tack...mind blowing perfomane as well as handling.....cheers...always welome to try it out beside me.

Will H
1.0
Reviewed a 2007 Ariel Atom on Oct 23, 2014

Neutral handling characteristics; Power-to-weigh ratio; Quickness and lightness; A great track car!!! If you haven't seen the Top Gear episode (the original British one, not the U.S. copy cat show aka The Three Stooges) that features the Ariel Atom, find it on YouTube, watch it at least twice, and believe Jeremy Clarkson's review. The Ariel Atom is all that and more! Do not expect to get any utility (street use functions) out of this track toy. Driving the Atom on the streets is just silly if not plain unsafe. There is no impact protection whatsoever. N.B. I only recommend this car for track use by skilled drivers.

Marin V
2.0
Reviewed a 2009 Ariel Atom on Sep 15, 2009

PERFORMANCE: acceleration- 0-100 in less than 4 s braking - the car is light so he has very good braking handling - this car got a handling like a lancer BUILD QUALITY: no repairs so far APPEARANCE: interior - light weight interior exterior - no exterior COST OF OWNERSHIP: cheep FUN FACTOR: very fun car to drive

Gary B
1.0
Reviewed a 2009 Ariel Atom on Feb 07, 2013

I went to the track to do some basic testing and a friend of mine showed up with the Ariel and it was something I had never seen before, lest of all heard of. Since my acquaintance knew I was capable and had skills he so kindly allowed me to test drive this machine. What a pleasure. It did take a few labs in order to get the feel for what this machine was all about. My opinion would be that the ride was about as close as you will get to a F1, sure felt like it. It is extremely fast and extremely accurate handling and very stable. I would buy one in a heart beat, but that's not to likely to happen any time soon.

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