2010 Kia Soul - $4,000 (Milton)

History: This 2010 Kia Soul was purchased in 2017 with 84000 miles from Janesville Kia.
My elderly mom drove the car, mostly for errands in town.
The scratches on the body work occurred when mom was parking the car in the under-building parking area (tight space), as there was a concrete pillar next to her parking stall.
She no longer drives due to her age, and I have been driving the car for the last two years, thus I have a very good handle on any issues with this vehicle.
Yearly Maintenance: Check brake pads - make sure pads move freely in carriers (address if not) Check brake caliper free movement in carrier - grease sliding pins Keep brake rotors/spindles from rusting with coat of bluing Grease spark plugs with anti-seize compound Change engine oil and filter (I drive less than 3000 miles per year) Mechanical Issues: Slight exhaust leak fixed (see picture) - this was solved by fashioning two aluminum j-hook brackets - the brackets do a good job holding the two sections of exhaust together - the car exhaust audible level is very low TPMS light activated on dash (Tire Pressure Management System) - I do not plan to address issue (I keep tires properly inflated) No check engine light shown No ScanGauge codes shown No engine oil or coolant leaks Various body/paint scratches - where rust could occur, I apply poly-varnish to area with Q-tip once a year Clear-coat peeling in various spots on front of car Electrical Issues: Remote key-less entry circuit causes slight battery drain - If the car sits for one month, the battery definitely needs charging - I disable this fuse manually to stop issue Selling Price: I consider the mechanical condition as “very good”, but the cosmetic issues lower the overall rating to “good”.
Kelly Blue Book lists the mean value for this particular vehicle at $4000, in “good” condition.
I consider this a good price based on the very good running condition of the vehicle, with some cosmetic issues.
Jim