Listed: Jan 28, 2026

VIN KMHEC4A49CA0262082012 HYUNDAI SONATADamaged

About this vehicle: VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 is a 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA in Damaged condition with 221,203 km shown; primary damage noted as FRONT END. Use this auction-check page for photos and specs before you bid, buy, or ship.

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This page is the auction-check record for VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208. It contains the latest available information about this 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA including photographs from the auction lot, odometer readings, damage category, listed condition, estimated value where available, and provenance details from the originating marketplace. The Vehicle Identification Number KMHEC4A49CA026208 is a unique 17-character code assigned at manufacture that encodes the country of origin, manufacturer, vehicle type, restraint system, model line, engine type, and production sequence for this specific unit.

Buyers researching VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 typically want to confirm whether this HYUNDAI SONATA has been through a salvage auction, whether it carries a clean or rebuilt title, and what the recorded mileage was at the time of sale. The details above are extracted directly from the auction feed and should be verified against official government title records and an independent mechanical inspection before purchase. At last record, the odometer showed 221,203 km. Primary damage is listed as FRONT END, which may affect insurability, repair cost, and resale value.

2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – front exterior
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – rear exterior
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – side profile
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – dashboard
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – interior seats
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – engine bay
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – exterior detail
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – undercarriage
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – trunk area
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA Damaged VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 – odometer reading
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VIN Details

VIN
KMHEC4A49CA026208
Make
HYUNDAI
Model
SONATA
Year
2012
Mileage
221,203 km
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
Color
SILVER
Fuel
HYBRID ENGINE
Damage
FRONT END
Est. Value
5239

Title chains & bundle reports

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VIN: KMHEC4A49CA026208

Use this VIN to look up auction history, title records, and damage reports for this specific vehicle.

2012 Hyundai Sonata

This report includes specification, photos, listing timelines, and contextual notes where the auction feed provides them.

Page reflects listing data as of May 20, 2026.

Our records first captured this listing on January 28, 2026. Listing data was last refreshed on May 20, 2026.

Listing history

  1. This listing first appeared in our data on January 28, 2026.
  2. The feed was last updated on May 20, 2026.

Listing interpretation

Structured reading of the fields on this row—how severity tends to present in repairs, how this model line is discussed by owners, why auction aggregators surface vehicles like this, and buyer-facing takeaways that go beyond repeating specifications.

Damage interpretation

Relative severity: High

Language patterns align with elevated-loss categories where teardown, measuring, and safety-system verification typically dominate the evaluation.

Budgeting often spans structural, electrical, and finishing trades concurrently; sequencing inspections reduces duplicated teardown.

Model context

Hybrid labeling shifts wear stories toward battery thermal management and inverter cooling paths rather than belt-driven accessory layouts alone.

Without a narrow body-style hint, cross-check undercar photos against the declared damage corner—auction taxonomy is terse compared with repair estimates.

Market and listing context

Insurance and wholesale channels routinely publish salvage-eligible units into aggregated feeds; appearance here signals disposition mechanics rather than retail-ready merchandising.

Older model years naturally concentrate in wholesale lanes as fleets turn over and consumer retail demand thins—depreciation curves steepen even absent crash history.

Very high odometer readings shift buyer calculus toward powertrain reserves and suspension rebuild phases independent of the headline damage string.

When damage phrases carry specifics instead of stock status words, cohort listings cluster around comparable repair economies—use hub browsing to sense how often this model-year combination repeats.

What this listing implies for a buyer

  • Treat the headline damage string as a routing label, not a repair estimate—photos and pull reports still decide feasibility.
  • Elevated-loss vocabulary implies broader mechanical and electrical discovery budgets before acquisition math closes.
  • Odometer depth shifts negotiation toward consumables and deferred maintenance even when sheet metal looks innocent.

Notes on this listing

Odometer vs similar listings

At 221,203 km, the unit outruns about 42% of 12 comparable mileages (250,692 km median).

Similar listings in our index

Right now we count 12 other active Hyundai Sonata rows near this model year (not counting this VIN). Average odometer in that set is about 269,480 km; the midpoint is near 250,692 km. Where sellers publish figures, the average lands near $4,808 USD.

Price context · Hyundai Sonata

Among 12 contemporaries, this ask pushes higher, on the order of 9% over average.

Among similar indexed listings with a published estimate, the middle of the pack is around $5,246 USD—a reference point only, not an appraisal.

Snapshot

Based on what this feed shows, there are enough open questions that an in-person look and title check matter.

VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 shows significant damage (FRONT END). While repair may be feasible, costs vary widely by region and shop — an independent inspection is strongly advised before bidding. The recorded mileage of 221,203 km is close to the peer average of 269,480 km.

How the ask lines up

value picture blends peer-dollar position, loss severity, odometer rank among 12 peers, and how fast this row refreshes vs the peer average in our index.

Broader price picture

Based on available information, similar vehicles sometimes cluster around $4,100 USD in resale discussions, with auction outcomes often landing in a wider band than a single number suggests.

As a rough auction-style spread from the same snapshot: $3,050 – $5,150 USD—illustrative only, not a bid or offer.

Versus our $4,100 resale anchor, this ask is elevated roughly 28%; reconcile with photos and title before trusting the delta.

Auction band modeled at $3,050–$5,150 USD—wider when severity rises; salvage lanes often print below private mid.

Repair costs (illustrative)

Many listings with comparable damage language see repair spend that commonly falls between $18,000 and $48,000 USD—a wide, informal range, not a quote.

Keyword + severity blend suggests a provisional $18,000–$48,000 repair envelope—body shops can deviate 2× if hidden structure or module counts appear on teardown.

Illustrative range from auction loss text, not a quote. Hidden electrical, suspension, or airbag work can exceed the upper band.

How fresh this listing looks

Typical peer record lifespan here: ~107 days from first capture to latest touch

Your 112-day window tracks the ~107-day peer middle—neither unusually sticky nor hyperactive in our index.

Based on Auction Check index timestamps (first ingest vs last refresh), not verified days-to-sell on the block.

Compared with similar listings

With 5 active comparables queued by mileage distance, the severity read splits the pack—0 calmer, 0 harsher on our keyword ladder. Subject mileage 221,203 km vs a median 250,692 km across peers frames wear expectations. On dollars, roughly 1 comparables undercut this estimate while 4 clear it—useful when triangulating reserve psychology. Peer micro-profile: 2011 · 005834… · damage · +15,263 km vs this unit · 2013 · 616131… · damage · -22,606 km vs this unit · 2013 · 781720… · damage · -27,335 km vs this unit · 2013 · 738765… · damage · +43,714 km vs this unit · 2013 · 083294… · damage · -59,467 km vs this unit. Treat the caution badge as a filter; the peer lines show spread, not auction outcomes.

Record activity

This record was first added to our database on January 28, 2026. The most recent data refresh was on May 20, 2026.

At 112 days from first pull to latest refresh, it moves slower than the ~107‑day peer average.

Feed snapshot · KMHEC4A49CA026208

Archive entry for KMHEC4A49CA026208: 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA—key auction fields are summarized before the spec grid.

Inspection & title note

Always verify against physical inspection and government title data before bidding or wiring funds.

Vehicle History

VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 belongs to a 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA. The exterior is finished in SILVER. It is equipped with a HYBRID ENGINE engine and a AUTOMATIC transmission. This listing shows the vehicle in damaged condition with an odometer reading of 221,203 km.

Damage Assessment

The reported primary damage for this vehicle is FRONT END. A professional mechanical inspection is strongly recommended before purchase to accurately determine the extent of repairs required and assess overall safety. Damage severity can vary significantly and may affect the vehicle's structural integrity, safety systems, and long-term reliability.

Buying Guide for KMHEC4A49CA026208 (2012 HYUNDAI SONATA)

When purchasing a 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA, it is important to review the full vehicle history before making any financial commitment. Auction vehicles are sold as-is, meaning the buyer assumes all responsibility for the condition of the vehicle after purchase. Always verify the VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 against official government databases — such as the NHTSA recall lookup and NMVTIS title records — to confirm title status, outstanding liens, odometer readings, and any reported incidents.

For Damaged vehicles, we recommend obtaining a detailed inspection report from a certified mechanic prior to bidding. This unit has recorded 221,203 km on the odometer, which should be independently verified. The listed damage category is "FRONT END", which may affect insurance classification, repair costs, and resale value. Understanding the true cost of ownership, including parts, labor, import duties, and registration, is essential before placing a bid or submitting an offer.

Auction Listing Context for KMHEC4A49CA026208

The record for VIN KMHEC4A49CA026208 — a 2012 HYUNDAI SONATA — was sourced from autoconsultant. It first entered our system on January 28, 2026. The record was last refreshed on May 20, 2026. The source label matters because auction platforms, insurance lenders, and salvage feeds each use different condition categories. A status of damaged here reflects what the originating marketplace reported — not a current roadworthiness certificate. Photos, mileage readings, and damage notes all come from that original feed and should be compared against in-person inspection results and official title paperwork before any financial commitment.

Buyers, exporters, rebuilders, and researchers frequently check an exact VIN to confirm whether a car has appeared at auction, changed status, or been relisted. If you need to understand the full process behind our checks, see how our auction history check works.

Specs · KMHEC4A49CA026208

Identifier KMHEC4A49CA026208 ties together marketplace fields and the decoder-backed attributes in this grid.

Manufacturer
HYUNDAI
Model
SONATA
Year
2012
Fuel Type
HYBRID ENGINE
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
Exterior Color
SILVER

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