What do rear end 2017 FORD EXPLORER models sell for?

Across 552 recorded sales of the 2017 FORD EXPLORER with rear end damage, the median was $4,150, from $3,200 to $6,100. That is 4% above the $4,000 median for the model across every damage type, over the last 36 months. Estimates from past sales, not a valuation.

Was $3,700 a good price for this 2017 FORD EXPLORER?

4279 comparable 2017 FORD EXPLORER listings sold at auction for a median of $4,000, spanning $3,150 to $6,350. At $3,700 this one went 7% below that median. Auction prices reflect as-is condition, so the gap usually comes down to damage severity, mileage and whether the car runs.

How much below its undamaged value did this FORD EXPLORER sell for?

The insurer put this 2017 FORD EXPLORER's pre-damage retail value at $11,726. It sold for $3,700 — 68% below that. A gap this size is normal for auction vehicles: the buyer takes on the repair cost, the paperwork and the risk that damage is worse than the photos show.

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.

What does "RUN AND DRIVES" mean on this listing?

RUN AND DRIVES is the auction's own condition note for this 2017 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 202,165 miles high for a 2017 FORD EXPLORER?

Comparable 2017 FORD EXPLORER listings at auction averaged 111,679 miles across 4279 sales, so at 202,165 miles this one sits 81% 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.

2017 FORD EXPLORER SPORT GREY 3.5L 6 - 1FM5K8GT6HGB49588 | $3,700

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Price

$3,700

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

4/23/2025

Lot

#87195984

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on April 23, 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 1FM5K8GT6HGB49588 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $3,700. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeFORD
ModelEXPLORER
VIN1FM5K8GT6HGB49588
Year2017
Body Style
Car KeysPRESENT
ColorGREY
Cylinders6
Document TypeST - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveALL WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type3.5L 6
Estimated Retail Value$11726
FuelGAS
HighlightsRUN AND DRIVES
LocationSC - SPARTANBURG
Odometer202165 miles
Primary DamageREAR END
Secondary Damage
SellerSTATE FARM INSURANCE
SeriesSPORT
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2017 Ford Explorer Sport, with its sleek grey exterior, was sold at auction on April 23, 2025, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, for a final price of $3,700. This mid-size SUV boasted a powerful 3.5L 6-cylinder engine, paired with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive capability, making it well-suited for both on-road and off-road adventures. With an odometer reading of 202,165 miles, this Explorer had seen its fair share of mileage, but still managed to run and drive with relative ease. Unfortunately, the vehicle had sustained rear-end damage, which was noted in the damage report. Despite this, the Explorer's robust engine and transmission remained functional, and its all-wheel drive system continued to provide reliable traction. The 2017 Ford Explorer Sport, with its VIN number 1FM5K8GT6HGB49588, was a solid choice for buyers seeking a capable and affordable SUV, despite its cosmetic and mechanical imperfections.

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Market Price Comparison - 2017 FORD EXPLORER

Average market prices based on 4279 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 rear 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: $3,700 — 7% below the $4,000 median across 4279 sales
Against pre-damage value: 68% below the $11,726 estimated retail value
Rear End damage: Rear End examples of this model sell at a $4,150 median, 4% above the model average (552 comparable sales)
Mileage: 202,165 mi — 81% above the 111,679 mi average for this group
Keys: Present
Condition note: Run And Drives
Title: Salvage Title
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Nearest export port: Charleston, roughly 130 mi — estimated $200-$300 to move it there by open carrier

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