What do minor dent/scratches 2021 FORD EXPLORER models sell for?

Across 44 recorded sales of the 2021 FORD EXPLORER with minor dent/scratches damage, the median was $9,500, from $5,300 to $16,400. That is 28% above the $7,400 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 2021 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 WI - MILWAUKEE. The nearest major vehicle export port is Baltimore, roughly 850 miles away. Moving a car that distance on an open carrier typically runs $550-$800, 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 2021 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 98,108 miles high for a 2021 FORD EXPLORER?

Comparable 2021 FORD EXPLORER listings at auction averaged 74,990 miles across 3863 sales, so at 98,108 miles this one sits 31% 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 2021 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 minor dent/scratches damage, that tells you more about its condition than the damage label alone.

2021 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPTOR BLACK 3.3L 6 - 1FM5K8AB0MGB24809 | $800

1FM5K8AB0MGB24809 2021 FORD EXPLORER - Image 1

Price

$800

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

2/26/2025

Lot

#42285695

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on February 26, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting FORD EXPLORER manufactured in 2021, represented by 1FM5K8AB0MGB24809 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $800. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeFORD
ModelEXPLORER
VIN1FM5K8AB0MGB24809
Year2021
Body Style
Car KeysPRESENT
ColorBLACK
Cylinders6
Document TypeSC - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveALL WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type3.3L 6
Estimated Retail Value$21462
FuelGAS
HighlightsRUN AND DRIVES
LocationWI - MILWAUKEE
Odometer98108 miles
Primary DamageMINOR DENT/SCRATCHES
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesPOLICE INTERCEPTOR
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2021 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor was sold at auction on February 26, 2025, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for $800. This vehicle, with a mileage of 98,108 miles, features a 3.3L 6-cylinder engine paired with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, making it a reliable and capable law enforcement vehicle. The Explorer Police Interceptor boasts a range of key features, including a robust engine, advanced transmission, and all-weather capability. Although it has been used for police service, the vehicle has been well-maintained and shows only minor dents and scratches. The Explorer Police Interceptor's 2021 model year and advanced features make it an attractive option for those seeking a dependable and versatile vehicle. The vehicle's specifications include a 3.3L 6-cylinder engine, automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive, providing a smooth and confident driving experience. The 2021 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, with VIN 1FM5K8AB0MGB24809, is a great find for those looking for a reliable and capable vehicle at an affordable price.

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Market Price Comparison - 2021 FORD EXPLORER

Average market prices based on 3863 recent auction sales. Prices vary by condition, mileage, and location.

Average USA Price

$7,400

Average Europe Price

$11,714

Price Range (USA)

$4,100 - $12,600

Note: These are median values from recent auction sales of 2021 FORD EXPLORER. Europe prices are estimated and may vary by country. Actual prices depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and market conditions.

How this 2021 FORD EXPLORER compares

Based on recorded auction sales of this model with minor dent/scratches 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: $800 — 89% below the $7,400 median across 3863 sales
Against pre-damage value: 96% below the $21,462 estimated retail value
Minor Dent/Scratches damage: Minor Dent/Scratches examples of this model sell at a $9,500 median, 28% above the model average (44 comparable sales)
Mileage: 98,108 mi — 31% above the 74,990 mi average for this group
Keys: Present
Condition note: Run And Drives
Title: Salvage Title
Nearest export port: Baltimore, roughly 850 mi — estimated $550-$800 to move it there by open carrier

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