What do undercarriage 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 models sell for?

Across 110 recorded sales of the 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 with undercarriage damage, the median was $6,900, from $4,400 to $10,500. That is 5% above the $6,600 median for the model across every damage type, over the last 36 months. Estimates from past sales, not a valuation.

Was $5,500 a good price for this 2021 TESLA MODEL 3?

4118 comparable 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 listings sold at auction for a median of $6,600, spanning $3,850 to $9,925. At $5,500 this one went 17% below that median. Auction prices reflect as-is condition, so the gap usually comes down to damage severity, mileage and whether the car runs.

This TESLA MODEL 3 sold without keys — does that matter?

Yes, usually. A missing key means the vehicle often cannot be started or moved under its own power at the yard, so its condition is harder to verify and buyers bid more cautiously. Replacing a modern key and reprogramming it to the immobiliser typically runs into the hundreds. It is one of the more common reasons an otherwise sound car sells below its comparables.

What does a salvage title mean for this TESLA MODEL 3?

This 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 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.

Is 109,772 miles high for a 2021 TESLA MODEL 3?

Comparable 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 listings at auction averaged 65,671 miles across 4118 sales, so at 109,772 miles this one sits 67% 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.

What does "ENGINE STARTS" mean on this listing?

ENGINE STARTS is the auction's own condition note for this 2021 TESLA MODEL 3. It is a short status flag applied by the auction, not the result of a mechanical inspection. Anything beyond that has to come from the photos and a physical inspection.

2021 TESLA MODEL 3 WHITE - 5YJ3E1EA0MF858839 | $5,500

5YJ3E1EA0MF858839 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 - Image 1

Price

$5,500

Auction service

COPART

Sale Date

4/22/2025

Lot

#43784445

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This vehicle was sold at COPART on April 22, 2025. We do not sell cars - we only provide auction history data.

Description

This is an entry presenting TESLA MODEL 3 manufactured in 2021, represented by 5YJ3E1EA0MF858839 VIN number.The auction took place on COPART and it's latest price was $5,500. Below you can find more details about this vehicle, including engine type, damage, transmission and odometer.

MakeTESLA
ModelMODEL 3
VIN5YJ3E1EA0MF858839
Year2021
Body Style
Car KeysNOT PRESENT
ColorWHITE
CylindersNONE
Document TypeSC - SALVAGE TITLE
DriveREAR WHEEL DRIVE
Engine Type
Estimated Retail Value$18398
FuelELECTRIC
HighlightsENGINE STARTS
LocationCA - SUN VALLEY
Odometer109772 miles
Primary DamageUNDERCARRIAGE
Secondary Damage
Seller
SeriesN/A
TransmissionAUTOMATIC

The 2021 Tesla Model 3 was sold at auction on April 21, 2025, in Sun Valley, California, for a price of $5,500. This electric vehicle features a rear-wheel drive configuration and an automatic transmission, with a total mileage of 109,772 miles. The Model 3, known for its sleek design and advanced technology, boasts a white exterior color and a range of key features, including an electric powertrain and a range of innovative safety and convenience features. Despite suffering from undercarriage damage, the vehicle's engine still starts, indicating that it may be salvageable with proper repair. The Tesla Model 3, a highly sought-after model in the electric vehicle market, was a popular choice among environmentally conscious consumers and tech-savvy drivers. The vehicle's VIN number is 5YJ3E1EA0MF858839.

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