What do minor dent/scratches 2018 FORD EXPLORER models sell for?

Across 69 recorded sales of the 2018 FORD EXPLORER with minor dent/scratches damage, the median was $4,700, from $3,250 to $9,000. That is 8% above 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 MD - LAUREL. The nearest major vehicle export port is Baltimore, roughly 40 miles away. Moving a car that distance on an open carrier typically runs $200-$300, 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 57,180 miles high for a 2018 FORD EXPLORER?

Comparable 2018 FORD EXPLORER listings at auction averaged 99,548 miles across 3571 sales, so at 57,180 miles this one sits 43% below 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 minor dent/scratches damage, that tells you more about its condition than the damage label alone.

2018 FORD EXPLORER XLT BLUE 3.5L 6 - 1FM5K8D8XJGB15823 | $2,400

1FM5K8D8XJGB15823 2018 FORD EXPLORER - Image 1

Price

$2,400

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

3/13/2025

Lot

#42523045

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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 1FM5K8D8XJGB15823 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $2,400. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeFORD
ModelEXPLORER
VIN1FM5K8D8XJGB15823
Year2018
Body Style
Car KeysPRESENT
ColorBLUE
Cylinders6
Document TypeS1 - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveALL WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type3.5L 6
Estimated Retail Value$19551
FuelGAS
HighlightsENHANCED
LocationMD - LAUREL
Odometer57180 miles
Primary DamageMINOR DENT/SCRATCHES
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesXLT
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2018 Ford Explorer XLT, a mid-size SUV, was sold at auction on March 13, 2025, in Laurel, Maryland, for $2,400. This vehicle, with a mileage of 57,180 miles, features a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine paired with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive capability, making it suitable for various driving conditions. The Explorer XLT boasts a range of key features, including enhanced capabilities, which likely contributed to its appeal. Despite minor dents and scratches, the vehicle's overall condition was satisfactory. The 2018 Ford Explorer XLT, a part of the Explorer series, is powered by a 3.5L V6 engine, delivering a balance of power and efficiency. With its automatic transmission and all-wheel drive system, this Explorer XLT is designed to handle a variety of terrain and driving situations. The vehicle's exterior is finished in a blue color, while its interior features a range of amenities and technologies. The sale of this 2018 Ford Explorer XLT, with VIN 1FM5K8D8XJGB15823, marked the conclusion of its time on the market.

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IAAI

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Market Price Comparison - 2018 FORD EXPLORER

Average market prices based on 3571 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 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: $2,400 — 45% below the $4,350 median across 3571 sales
Against pre-damage value: 88% below the $19,551 estimated retail value
Minor Dent/Scratches damage: Minor Dent/Scratches examples of this model sell at a $4,700 median, 8% above the model average (69 comparable sales)
Mileage: 57,180 mi — 43% below the 99,548 mi average for this group
Keys: Present
Condition note: Enhanced
Title: Salvage Title
Nearest export port: Baltimore, roughly 40 mi — estimated $200-$300 to move it there by open carrier

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