1997 Ford Taurus GL
1FALP52U3VG295556
ABOVE MARKET
· $1,817 above typical price
This 1997 Ford Taurus GL is listed at $5,784 with 40,528 miles.
Sold by Direct Auto Sales
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1997 Ford Taurus GL
VIN 1FALP52U3VG295556
Market price range
Based on 4 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of October 24, 2026This vehicle: $5,784 — above the market range (typical price $3,967)
Asking $5,784 · typical market price $3,967 · based on 4 comparable same-build listings.
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1997 Ford Taurus GL for sale near LorettoMN
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Price history for this VIN
Asking prices recorded across 5 listing dates for VIN 1FALP52U3VG295556, spanning 5 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Auto Sales | 55340 | $5,784 | 40,528 mi | 2026-10-21 | 1 d ago |
| Direct Auto Sales LLC | Loretto, MN 55357 | $5,784 | 40,528 mi | 2026-10-19 | 8 h ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FALP52U3VG295556Full 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 20 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 1997 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus has 5 recall campaigns as of October 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 20 MPG.
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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
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EXTERIOR LIGHTINGCERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.NHTSA campaign 06E026000
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EXTERIOR LIGHTINGVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TEXT AND/OR GRAPHICS FOR THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE OWNER GUIDES ARE NOT SUFFICIENTLY CLEAR.NHTSA campaign 98V028000
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 Taurus from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed October 17, 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 170 | $14,000 | 100% | 96,575 mi |
| 2018 | 333 | $13,795 | 99% | 92,507 mi |
| 2017 | 216 | $10,998 | 79% | 101,903 mi |
| 2016 | 278 | $9,999 | 71% | 113,374 mi |
| 2015 | 394 | $8,995 | 64% | 120,373 mi |
| 2014 | 268 | $8,928 | 64% | 121,347 mi |
| 2013 | 321 | $7,975 | 57% | 130,415 mi |
| 2012 | 106 | $8,000 | 57% | 128,665 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
