What do front end 2017 FORD EXPLORER models sell for?

Across 1569 recorded sales of the 2017 FORD EXPLORER with front end damage, the median was $3,750, from $3,100 to $5,400. That is 6% below the $4,000 median for the model across every damage type, over the last 36 months. Estimates from past sales, not a valuation.

What does a salvage title mean for this FORD EXPLORER?

This 2017 FORD EXPLORER was sold on a salvage title. A salvage title means an insurer declared the vehicle a total loss. Repairing it and passing a state inspection can convert it to a rebuilt title, which stays on the record permanently and affects resale value.

How far is this FORD EXPLORER from an export port?

The lot sat at COPART in MO - COLUMBIA. The nearest major vehicle export port is Houston, roughly 780 miles away. Moving a car that distance on an open carrier typically runs $500-$750, which is a real part of the landed cost and one reason identical cars fetch different bids depending on where they sit. Rates are indicative market figures rather than quotes, and rise with fuel prices and in winter.

What does "ENGINE STARTS" mean on this listing?

ENGINE STARTS is the auction's own condition note for this 2017 FORD EXPLORER. It is a short status flag applied by the auction, not the result of a mechanical inspection. Anything beyond that has to come from the photos and a physical inspection.

Is 127,813 miles high for a 2017 FORD EXPLORER?

Comparable 2017 FORD EXPLORER listings at auction averaged 111,586 miles across 4305 sales, so at 127,813 miles this one sits 15% above that. At salvage auctions mileage moves the price far less than damage does — a low-mileage car with structural damage will still sell under a higher-mileage clean one.

Did this 2017 FORD EXPLORER come with keys?

Yes — this lot was listed with keys present, which usually means the vehicle could at least be started or moved at the yard. Combined with front end damage, that tells you more about its condition than the damage label alone.

2017 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPTOR BLACK 3.7L 6 - 1FM5K8AR5HGA89610 | $1,300

1FM5K8AR5HGA89610 2017 FORD EXPLORER - Image 1

Price

$1,300

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

1/21/2025

Lot

#80785734

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on January 21, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting FORD EXPLORER manufactured in 2017, represented by 1FM5K8AR5HGA89610 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $1,300. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeFORD
ModelEXPLORER
VIN1FM5K8AR5HGA89610
Year2017
Body StyleSUV
Car KeysPRESENT
ColorBLACK
Cylinders6
Document TypeSC - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveALL WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type3.7L 6
Estimated Retail Value$8556.5
FuelGAS
HighlightsENGINE STARTS
LocationMO - COLUMBIA
Odometer127813 miles
Primary DamageFRONT END
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesPOLICE INTERCEPTOR
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2017 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor was sold at auction on January 21, 2025, in Columbia, Missouri, for $1,300. This 2017 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, boasting a 3.7L 6-cylinder engine and automatic transmission, was equipped with all-wheel drive for enhanced traction and control. With a mileage of 127,813 miles, this vehicle had seen significant use, but its engine still started, indicating a potential for further repair or refurbishment. The vehicle's front end had sustained damage, while no secondary damage was reported. The Explorer Police Interceptor, a high-performance variant of the iconic Explorer series, offered a unique blend of power, capability, and durability, making it a sought-after choice for law enforcement and emergency services. This particular unit, finished in a sleek black exterior, had been well-suited for its intended purpose, but its current condition and price point suggest it may be suitable for salvage or restoration. The vehicle's identification number is 1FM5K8AR5HGA89610.

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Market Price Comparison - 2017 FORD EXPLORER

Average market prices based on 4305 recent auction sales. Prices vary by condition, mileage, and location.

Average USA Price

$4,000

Average Europe Price

$6,332

Price Range (USA)

$3,150 - $6,350

Note: These are median values from recent auction sales of 2017 FORD EXPLORER. Europe prices are estimated and may vary by country. Actual prices depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and market conditions.

How this 2017 FORD EXPLORER compares

Based on recorded auction sales of this model with front end damage over the last 36 months. Figures are estimates drawn from past sales, not a valuation. Transport costs are indicative market rates, not quotes.

Against comparable sales: $1,300 — 67% below the $4,000 median across 4305 sales
Against pre-damage value: 85% below the $8,557 estimated retail value
Front End damage: Front End examples of this model sell at a $3,750 median, 6% below the model average (1569 comparable sales)
Mileage: 127,813 mi — 15% above the 111,586 mi average for this group
Keys: Present
Condition note: Engine Starts
Title: Salvage Title
Nearest export port: Houston, roughly 780 mi — estimated $500-$750 to move it there by open carrier

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