yea i think your problem is that its a manual KIA. If it was me i think id spend the 9k for an older higher mileage honda, but thats just me. I dont think Kias are high on anyones list of cars they would want to buy. Personally if I dont care what kind of car i drive and just want the best deal then i think the kia would be a really good deal. have you ever thought about selling it to a dealer?