What do front end 2018 FORD EXPLORER models sell for?

Across 1382 recorded sales of the 2018 FORD EXPLORER with front end damage, the median was $4,050, from $3,150 to $6,300. 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 salvage title mean for this FORD EXPLORER?

This 2018 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 TX - ANDREWS. The nearest major vehicle export port is Houston, 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 "ENHANCED" mean on this listing?

ENHANCED is the auction's own condition note for this 2018 FORD EXPLORER. It marks a lot the auction has given extra listing prominence, not a statement about condition. Anything beyond that has to come from the photos and a physical inspection.

Is 147,901 miles high for a 2018 FORD EXPLORER?

Comparable 2018 FORD EXPLORER listings at auction averaged 99,561 miles across 3577 sales, so at 147,901 miles this one sits 49% 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 XLT BROWN 3.5L 6 - 1FM5K7D86JGB55021 | $2,100

1FM5K7D86JGB55021 2018 FORD EXPLORER - Image 1

Price

$2,100

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

3/5/2025

Lot

#87014404

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on March 5, 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 1FM5K7D86JGB55021 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $2,100. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeFORD
ModelEXPLORER
VIN1FM5K7D86JGB55021
Year2018
Body Style
Car KeysPRESENT
ColorBROWN
Cylinders6
Document TypeSV - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveFRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type3.5L 6
Estimated Retail Value$12114
FuelGAS
HighlightsENHANCED
LocationTX - ANDREWS
Odometer147901 miles
Primary DamageFRONT END
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesXLT
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2018 Ford Explorer XLT was sold at auction on March 5, 2025, in Andrews, Texas, for a price of $2,100. This mid-size SUV features a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine paired with an automatic transmission, driving the front wheels. With a mileage of 147,901 miles, this Explorer XLT has been well-traveled, but its enhanced highlights suggest it has been well-maintained. The vehicle's exterior is finished in a brown hue, while its interior boasts a range of amenities and features typical of the Explorer XLT series. Unfortunately, the vehicle sustained front-end damage, which is noted in the damage report. Despite this, the Explorer XLT remains a reliable and capable vehicle, with its 3.5L engine providing a smooth and efficient ride. The Explorer XLT's front-wheel drive system and automatic transmission make it well-suited for navigating a variety of road conditions. The vehicle's VIN number is 1FM5K7D86JGB55021.

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Market Price Comparison - 2018 FORD EXPLORER

Average market prices based on 3577 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: $2,100 — 52% below the $4,350 median across 3577 sales
Against pre-damage value: 83% below the $12,114 estimated retail value
Front End damage: Front End examples of this model sell at a $4,050 median, 7% below the model average (1382 comparable sales)
Mileage: 147,901 mi — 49% above the 99,561 mi average for this group
Keys: Present
Condition note: Enhanced
Title: Salvage Title
Nearest export port: Houston, roughly 200 mi — estimated $250-$350 to move it there by open carrier

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