1997 Ford Explorer XLT
1FMDU35P9VZB55321
Punta Gorda, FL
This 1997 Ford Explorer XLT is listed at $8,854 with 170,949 miles in Punta Gorda, FL.
Sold by Gene Gorman's Auto Sales
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1997 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN 1FMDU35P9VZB55321
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Price history for this VIN
Price increased $3,864 (+77.4%) over 1 day.
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 1FMDU35P9VZB55321, spanning 1 day.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gene Gorman's Auto Sales | Punta Gorda, FL 33950 | $8,854 | 170,949 mi | 2026-10-16 | 1 d ago |
| GENE GORMAN AUTO SALES NORTH PREMIER | Punta Gorda, FL 33950 | $4,990 | 170,949 mi | 2026-10-16 | 1 d ago |
| Gene Gorman's Premier Auto Sales | Punta Gorda, FL 33950 | $4,990 | 170,949 mi | 2026-10-15 | 10 h ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMDU35P9VZB55321Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 14 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 1997 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 1997 Ford Explorer has 12 recall campaigns as of October 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 14 MPG.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTINGDOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.NHTSA campaign 09E025000
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLFORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002…NHTSA campaign 09V399000
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EXTERIOR LIGHTINGSABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 1997 Ford Explorer from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed October 3, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a Ford Explorer over the last 3 months — the market firmed $272 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | $3,950 |
| September 2026 | $4,432 |
| October 2026 | $4,222 |
Market by model year
What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 26,430 | $50,864 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 22,566 | $49,608 | 98% | 1,224 mi |
| 2025 | 4,337 | $38,900 | 76% | 22,432 mi |
| 2024 | 2,475 | $34,292 | 67% | 31,848 mi |
| 2023 | 6,886 | $31,028 | 61% | 44,297 mi |
| 2022 | 4,257 | $27,588 | 54% | 63,407 mi |
| 2021 | 3,314 | $23,404 | 46% | 80,479 mi |
| 2020 | 4,457 | $21,495 | 42% | 88,708 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
