Selling family car – LOW KMS – Downsizing
2009 Kia Carnival Platinum, only 126,000 km!
Selling because I’ve downsized — most of my driving was just me, and taking an 8-seater to work felt a bit excessive. With the kids no longer all in car seats, it made sense to move to something smaller. (Pictured is the 7 seat configuration we have been using. The extra seat, not pictured, is really easy to install)
Full transparency:
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Selling family car – LOW KMS – Downsizing
2009 Kia Carnival Platinum, only 126,000 km!
Selling because I’ve downsized — most of my driving was just me, and taking an 8-seater to work felt a bit excessive. With the kids no longer all in car seats, it made sense to move to something smaller. (Pictured is the 7 seat configuration we have been using. The extra seat, not pictured, is really easy to install)
Full transparency:
A few cosmetic issues (in line with the age of the car), including some exterior scratches and interior glovebox scratches (from a previous owner’s dog), as well as some egg paint damage from some naughty teenagers.
Petrol door button (from attached mechanic slip) has been repaired.
Recently serviced in October 2025, and the following maintenance items were suggested for repair soon: Rear brake discs and pads due, Rocker cover gasket slightly weeping, Transmission fluid due next service.
Quoted around $1,500 to complete these.
There’s also a noticeable thud/surge when idling — no engine lights or warnings, and my mechanic said it would need further diagnosis. The quote above does not include this additional investigation.
Pricing
I had considered listing at a higher price due to the exceptionally low kilometres and good overall condition.
However, I’ve priced it lower to reflect the maintenance work that’s due soon, leaving room for a buyer to take that into account.
Extras
New tyres fitted earlier this year
Leather interior
Cold air-con
Drives well overall and has plenty of life left — great for a large family or anyone handy with basic car maintenance.
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