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Hello, I am seriously thinking about getting a 2017 Optima LX very soon. Although I hate the process, I believe I found a decent deal. CPO 2017 Optima LX 17000 miles for about $15,800 Before I plunge, is there anything I need to know? It does not come with a remote starter but would try to...

Is there a way (magnetic drain plug ....or.....frequent lube chgs etc) to remove any metal shavings that might be lurking in the engine or trans? I'm not saying I have any shavings, just would like to apply any viable and reasonable prevention measures if available.

Hello all. I've been stalking this forum the last couple of days and finally decided to make an account. I'm currently in the market to buy a new car for my wife. We are looking at the '16 Optima LX models and really like it after test driving many other midsize vehicles. A little about me...

Hey everyone! I just wanted to introduce myself.. My name is Jason and I live in Aurora, Indiana (Far Southeastern corner of the state, near Cincinnati, Ohio). I joined up here because in all likelihood, I will become an Optima owner on Monday, May 23rd. My current car is a 2007 Dodge Caliber...

I'm considering adding lowering springs in near future, and here's what I think I know, though I would love some comments. If I want a softer ride, wouldn't 18" wheels be better? I've found a tire diameter calculator that shows a 225 45 18 tire has a greater diameter (very small) than a 235 35...

I love how the "speed" category has the SLOWEST cars known to man. :P

so im just waiting for my tax return and planning to finance an optima, does anyone know which one is better aside from the looks, about engine and the ease of modifying the car like after market parts? the 2013 is $35,000 and the 2014 is $37,000 just. thnx

Hello! Glad to have discovered this community. It looks like there's a lot of love here for the car that I'm sure has been driving around in our minds. I hope to share my enthusiasm for the optima with you all very soon since I am now in the market for one. I'm planning on trading in my 300M for...

Here are a couple of before shots: And here is how she sits now: The mods that I've done so far: Custom Installed Fog Lights 8000k HIDs in both Headlights and Fogs 20% Tints LED Switchbacks INJEN Cold Air Intake Ark Lowering Springs Magnaflow Exhaust w/ Dual Tips Resonate Delete LED Interior...

I'm looking to make my 1st car purchase either at the end of this year or early 2014. I'm leaning towards a 2014 model, but still want to check out some other cars similar to the Optima. The 2014 models should be hitting dealers soon so I'm just waiting to check them out in person!

What a strike in Korea could mean for US Hyundai and Kia buyers (taken from Autoblog.com) Hope these boys get back to work! Bring me my 2014 optima! Click here for original article from cars.com

Hello Everyone!I just joined the forum recently after browsing the forum previously for a month. I am trying to sell my car now so I can setup to buy a turbo Optima. I love the look of the cars and have heard a lot of good things about these cars and how people love driving them. Can't wait to...

It seems like the problems I have had with my I optima a lot of other people have had the same problems around the same time I have encountered them. Had my transmission sensor replaced at about 7k miles and just got my car back this morning for the fuel pump going out at about 27k. Has anyone...

Hey guys, This is my first post here and i'm glad to join the Optima forum. Well I’m looking to get myself a new car probably in the Summer or Fall of this year. I started my research about 6 months ago looking specifically at midsize sedans and the Kia Optima tops my list. Just an fyi, I...

Alright well I am not new to the tuning, or car forum world. As you may have guessed by the name I have been Mitsubishi diehard for a while. Pretty much since 1990 when the GSX hit the streets lol. I have been building and driving eclipses since then. With the death of the Eclipse I have been...

Hello everyone. I'm a possible 1st owner of a SXL. We never owned a Kia before so I'm researching this car the best i can. That's what lead me here. I am very interested in any common problems with the SXL as I have been through a few bad times in the past with other vehicles I've...

I am planning on trading in my wife's 2010 Nissan Maxima within the next few days for a new Optima Hybrid. The Maxima, although a sexy car with every feature available, is only getting 20 mpg right now. That's why we are going with the hybrid. She does a lot of in-town driving and the hybrid...

While working on a 2013/2014 Sorento show car last night, one of my coworkers pointed out something I hadn't seen in any KIA. A digital speedometer that mimics analog!:shocked: Not sure if this will be in the new 2014 Optima, but I think the top models would get these cool new speedometers...

Hey all! My wife and I are in search of a 2011 Optima and based on our budget we are most likely looking at an LX model. We prefer the EX mainly because of the power seats, dual zone climate control, and rear air vents for our daughter. With a ceiling around $18000 though it's extremely hard (if...