Kia Optima axle shaft — Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH price snapshot
- Low
- $30
- Average
- $117
- High
- $222
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Optima Axle Shaft — Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH prices
Pricing for the Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH variant of the Kia Optima axle shaft, aggregated from 125 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
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Price summary
A used Kia Optima axle shaft (Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH) costs $30 to $222, with a median asking price of $85. Based on 125 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 20, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$110
Grade B (good)$85
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$35–$22274 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$21643 listings
Grade XUngraded$30–$758 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$222 | 74 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $50–$216 | 43 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $30–$75 | 8 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$110
Grade B$85
Ungraded$60
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $30–$222 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH priced differently?
This pricing covers the Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH variant of the Kia Optima axle shaft, based on 125 priced listings across 3 model years (2016, 2017, 2018). Its $85 median is 15% below the Kia Optima axle shaft overall median of $100.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Price by model year
What does a Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH cost by year?
Other trims
Other Kia Optima axle shaft variants
Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), jackshaft, (RH)
3 yrs$89$50 – $214Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH
3 yrs$119$35 – $268Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, RH
3 yrs$126$30 – $315Front, 2.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo), jackshaft, (RH)
3 yrs$139$50 – $266Front, 2.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH
3 yrs$136$40 – $450Front, 2.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, RH
3 yrs$150$50 – $335Front, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), jackshaft, (RH)
1 yr$75$35 – $151Front, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH
1 yr$86$25 – $271Front, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, RH
1 yr$110$35 – $271Common questions
Kia Optima axle shaft (Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Optima axle shaft (Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH)?
Based on 125 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Kia Optima axle shaft in the Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH variant lists between $30 and $222, with a median asking price of $85.
Which Kia Optima years use the Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH axle shaft?
The Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between Front, 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), LH condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $110, Grade B has a median of $85. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.