2017 Ford Explorer Limited
Verdict #968 · 115,675 miles · VIN 1FM5K8F85HGA68241 · Stock #N/A BUY
“A 116k-mile Explorer Limited for $14,847. Three rows for the price of a used Civic.”
Pros
- $14,847 buys three-row SUV utility for compact-car money
- Limited trim with leather, heated seats, and the Sony audio
- 115,675 miles is average annual use for a 2017
- 3.5L V6 is proven; parts are cheap and plentiful
Cons
- At 116k miles, the 6-speed transmission and water pump are wear items
- Check for rust on the rear subframe and rocker panels
- The 3.5L’s water pump is internal; a failure is expensive, so verify cooling health
Analysis
2017 Explorer Limited models with 110k-120k miles list nationally around $13,500-$16,500. At $14,847 with 115,675 miles, this one sits mid-band: fair money for a well-equipped three-row with average miles.
The Explorer Limited is the family-hauler value play: leather and space for the price of a base compact. The watch item is the 3.5L’s internal water pump; verify cooling system health and service records. If clean, this is honest value.
Market Comparison
Market check: 2017 Ford Explorer Limited models with 110k-120k miles list nationally between roughly $13,500 and $16,500. At $14,847, this example sits mid-band.
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