Used Kia Optima parts from a salvage yard

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All Kia Optima parts

Browse all 55 used part categories for the Kia Optima, priced from 79,816 real salvage yard and junkyard listings.
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Last updatedOct 31, 2026

Market overview

How much do Optima parts cost from a salvage yard?

The Kia Optima has 79,816 priced salvage yard listings across 53 part categories (96% coverage). The most commonly listed parts are transmission control modules (5,610 listings, median $110), tail lights (4,514 listings, median $120), and side mirrors (3,946 listings, median $131). High listing volume means these parts are frequently replaced and competitively priced.

The most expensive Optima part to replace from a salvage yard is the engine at a median of $3,000 (range $450–$6,017). The most affordable is the brake caliper at $50. Salvage parts typically save 50–75% compared to new OEM pricing.

Across all priced categories, the average Optima salvage part costs roughly $217 at the median. Parts with higher listing counts tend to have tighter price spreads because sellers compete more aggressively, giving buyers better leverage when negotiating.

When buying used Optima parts, always match the exact part number and confirm the model year. Parts that look identical between years can differ in mounting points, connectors, or electronic modules. Check condition grades — Grade A (excellent) parts are lightly used with no cosmetic damage, Grade B (good) shows normal wear, and Grade C (fair) may have visible wear or minor damage that does not affect function. Always verify the seller's return policy and ask whether the part was tested before removal.

Condition pricing

How does condition grade affect Optima part prices?

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$19–$4,99539,151 listings
Grade BStandard used$20–$3,8557,361 listings
Grade CVisible wear$25–$2,000290 listings
Grade XUngraded$20–$6,01733,010 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $19–$6,017 overall range

Part directory

Optima price guides

52 currently priced

01wide ±148%

AC Compressor

$125median
$40$410
02wide ±172%

ABS Module

$120median
$40$453
03wide ±179%

Air Bag

$116median
$30$445
04wide ±217%

Alternator

$91median
$30$425
05wide ±202%

Axle Shaft

$105median
$25$450
06wide ±193%

Blower Motor

$100median
$20$405
07wide ±172%

Brake Caliper

$50median
$19$191
08wide ±100%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$339median
$85$765
09wide ±90%

Front Bumper

$283median
$88$600
10wide ±121%

Rear Bumper

$240median
$70$650
11wide ±277%

Car Radio

$128median
$25$735
12wide ±210%

Center Console

$101median
$25$450
13wide ±173%

AC Condenser

$110median
$40$420
14wide ±187%

Control Arm

$75median
$20$301
15

Differential

Price data updating

16wide ±137%

Door Assembly

$261median
$74$791
17

Drive Shaft

Price data updating

18wide ±93%

Engine

$3,000median
$450$6,017
19wide ±275%

Engine Computer

$103median
$25$591
20wide ±226%

Exhaust Manifold

$401median
$90$1,899
21wide ±122%

Fender

$150median
$50$415
22wide ±166%

Fog Light

$110median
$20$386
23wide ±132%

Front Seat

$153median
$45$450
24wide ±160%

Fuel Pump

$100median
$30$350
25wide ±135%

Fuel Tank

$150median
$40$445
26wide ±201%

Grille

$140median
$32$595
27wide ±173%

Headlight Assembly

$450median
$110$1,670
28wide ±193%

Heater Core

$61median
$40$275
29wide ±106%

Hood

$325median
$100$788
30wide ±213%

Ignition Switch

$100median
$25$450
31spread ±21%

Instrument Cluster

$85median
$65$100
32wide ±129%

Intake Manifold

$125median
$30$353
33wide ±194%

Master Cylinder

$99median
$20$405
34wide ±239%

Side Mirror

$131median
$25$650
35wide ±135%

Power Steering Pump

$100median
$30$300
36wide ±64%

Quarter Panel

$400median
$225$740
37wide ±211%

Radiator

$110median
$35$500
38wide ±169%

Rear View Mirror

$90median
$20$325
39wide ±166%

Starter

$85median
$25$307
40wide ±193%

Steering Column

$155median
$45$643
41wide ±157%

Steering Rack

$150median
$40$510
42wide ±91%

Steering Wheel

$136median
$35$282
43wide ±201%

Strut

$75median
$20$321
44wide ±275%

Sunroof

$156median
$41$900
45wide ±156%

Tail Light

$120median
$26$400
46wide ±135%

Tailgate

$300median
$90$900
47wide ±115%

Throttle Body

$73median
$25$193
48wide ±114%

Torque Converter

$132median
$50$350
49

Transfer Case

Price data updating

50wide ±280%

Transmission

$431median
$75$2,486
51wide ±190%

Transmission Control Module

$110median
$32$450
52wide ±111%

Turbocharger

$471median
$192$1,236
53wide ±153%

Water Pump

$75median
$20$250
54wide ±242%

Wheels

$119median
$25$600
55wide ±167%

Window Regulator

$112median
$30$405

All prices are based on observed salvage yard asking prices, collected independently. · How we price

Compare this vehicle

Optima price comparisons

Model-year pricing

Optima parts cost by year

201511,029 listings$164avg part cost$46 – $1,99951 parts priced
201613,532 listings$225avg part cost$40 – $3,05052 parts priced
201717,467 listings$223avg part cost$20 – $3,11551 parts priced
201816,862 listings$233avg part cost$50 – $3,31551 parts priced
201910,529 listings$244avg part cost$50 – $3,22050 parts priced
202010,078 listings$246avg part cost$55 – $2,80051 parts priced
2024231 listings$206avg part cost$206 – $2061 parts priced
202684 listings$164avg part cost$113 – $2152 parts priced
$148$175$203$231$25820152016201720182019202020242026
Average part cost by model year · aggregated from salvage yard listing data

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Common questions

Optima parts FAQ

How much do used Optima parts cost from a salvage yard?

Based on 79,816 priced salvage yard listings across 53 part categories, used Kia Optima parts range from $50 (brake caliper) to $3,000 (engine), with a typical part costing around $217 at the median.

What are the most commonly replaced Optima parts?

The most commonly listed salvage yard parts for the Kia Optima are transmission control modules (5,610 listings), tail lights (4,514 listings), side mirrors (3,946 listings). High listing volume means these parts are frequently replaced and competitively priced.

How many Optima part categories does this guide cover?

This guide covers 55 part categories for the Kia Optima, with 52 currently priced from real salvage yard listings. We add new categories as listing data becomes available.

Are salvage yard Optima parts worth buying?

Used OEM Optima parts are factory-spec components that bolt in without modification. Salvage parts typically save 50–75% compared to new OEM pricing. Always match the exact part number, confirm the model year, and check the condition grade before buying.