What do front end 2018 FORD EXPLORER models sell for?

Across 1346 recorded sales of the 2018 FORD EXPLORER with front end damage, the median was $4,050, from $3,150 to $6,250. That is 7% below the $4,350 median for the model across every damage type, over the last 36 months. Estimates from past sales, not a valuation.

What does a clean title mean for this FORD EXPLORER?

This 2018 FORD EXPLORER was sold on a clean title. A clean title means no total-loss brand was recorded at the point of sale, which is unusual at salvage auctions and typically lifts the price.

How far is this FORD EXPLORER from an export port?

The lot sat at COPART in CA - SACRAMENTO. The nearest major vehicle export port is Long Beach, roughly 200 miles away. Moving a car that distance on an open carrier typically runs $250-$350, 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 "RUN AND DRIVES" mean on this listing?

RUN AND DRIVES is the auction's own condition note for this 2018 FORD EXPLORER. It means the vehicle started and moved under its own power during a brief check at the yard. It is not a mechanical inspection and says nothing about how far it would drive. Anything beyond that has to come from the photos and a physical inspection.

Is 103,045 miles high for a 2018 FORD EXPLORER?

Comparable 2018 FORD EXPLORER listings at auction averaged 99,545 miles across 3490 sales, so at 103,045 miles this one sits 4% 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 2018 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.

2018 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPTOR BLACK 3.7L 6 - 1FM5K8AR1JGA20841 | $2,550

1FM5K8AR1JGA20841 2018 FORD EXPLORER - Image 1

Price

$2,550

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

3/13/2025

Lot

#46326735

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on March 13, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting FORD EXPLORER manufactured in 2018, represented by 1FM5K8AR1JGA20841 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $2,550. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeFORD
ModelEXPLORER
VIN1FM5K8AR1JGA20841
Year2018
Body Style
Car KeysPRESENT
ColorBLACK
Cylinders6
Document TypeDV - CLEAN TITLE
DriveALL WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type3.7L 6
Estimated Retail Value$N/A
FuelGAS
HighlightsRUN AND DRIVES
LocationCA - SACRAMENTO
Odometer103045 miles
Primary DamageFRONT END
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesPOLICE INTERCEPTOR
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2018 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor was sold at auction on March 13, 2025, in Sacramento, California, for $2,550. This vehicle, with a mileage of 103,045 miles, features a 3.7-liter inline six-cylinder engine paired with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, making it well-suited for demanding law enforcement applications. The Explorer Police Interceptor boasts a range of key features, including a robust engine, advanced transmission, and capable all-wheel drive system, which enabled it to navigate challenging terrain with ease. Despite sustaining front-end damage, the vehicle still ran and drove, making it a viable option for buyers seeking a reliable and versatile police vehicle. The Explorer Police Interceptor's reputation for durability and performance in high-stress environments made it a popular choice among law enforcement agencies, and this particular example, with its VIN 1FM5K8AR1JGA20841, offers a unique opportunity to acquire a well-equipped and capable vehicle at a discounted price.

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Market Price Comparison - 2018 FORD EXPLORER

Average market prices based on 3490 recent auction sales. Prices vary by condition, mileage, and location.

Average USA Price

$4,350

Average Europe Price

$6,886

Price Range (USA)

$3,225 - $7,400

Note: These are median values from recent auction sales of 2018 FORD EXPLORER. Europe prices are estimated and may vary by country. Actual prices depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and market conditions.

How this 2018 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: $2,550 — 41% below the $4,350 median across 3490 sales
Front End damage: Front End examples of this model sell at a $4,050 median, 7% below the model average (1346 comparable sales)
Mileage: 103,045 mi — 4% above the 99,545 mi average for this group
Keys: Present
Condition note: Run And Drives
Title: Clean Title
Nearest export port: Long Beach, roughly 200 mi — estimated $250-$350 to move it there by open carrier

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