Sell your 2008 Kia Amanti for cash

The 2008 Kia Amanti is a full-size car that came with a 3.8L 6-cyl engine. At 18 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2008 Kia Amanti at a glance

Body styleLarge Cars
Engines3.8L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy17 city / 24 highway / 19 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,550 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂468 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age18 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 18 years old, most of a 2008 Amanti's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a full-size car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Amanti. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the unknown or other, typically around 52,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2008 Kia Amanti recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2008 Kia Amanti. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Exterior LightingApr 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V114000

Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year…

Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved o

Common 2008 Amanti problems

Owners have filed 25 complaints about the 2008 Kia Amanti with NHTSA. 2 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 1 injury.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Unknown or Other8
  • Electrical System7
  • Power Train3
  • Air Bags2
  • Suspension2
  • Suspension1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Unknown or Other52,000 mi
  • Electrical System63,000 mi
  • Power Train42,000 mi
  • Air Bags55,000 mi

2008 Kia Amanti service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 13 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 Kia Amanti. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Electrical System2
  • Engine1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling1
  • Equipment1
  • Exterior Lighting1
  • Exterior Lighting1

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2021 · TSB_BOD055_R1

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2018 · PS539

    PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly c

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2017 · TSB-GEN085R1

    TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2016 · TSB-GEN085

    TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 2008 Amanti: questions

How much is a 2008 Kia Amanti worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2008 Amanti that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2008 Amantis that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2008 Amanti with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Kia Amanti; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2008 Amanti?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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