1997 Ford Taurus GL
1FALP52U5VA222854
GOOD DEAL
· $1,104 below typical price
This 1997 Ford Taurus GL is listed at $3,995 with 57,490 miles.
Sold by Marte Motors
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1997 Ford Taurus GL
VIN 1FALP52U5VA222854
Market price range
Based on 4 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of November 10, 2026This vehicle: $3,995 — $1,104 below the typical market price ($5,099)
Asking $3,995 · typical market price $5,099 · based on 4 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Asking prices recorded across 5 listing dates for VIN 1FALP52U5VA222854, spanning 69 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | $3,995 | 57,490 mi | 2026-11-10 | 14 h ago | |
| — | Apache junction, AZ 85120 | $3,995 | 57,490 mi | 2026-11-08 | 15 h ago |
| Marte Motors | Apache Junction, AZ 85120 | $3,995 | 57,490 mi | 2026-09-04 | 2 h ago |
| Marte Motor LLC | Apache Junction, AZ 85120 | $3,995 | 57,490 mi | 2026-09-02 | 3 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marte Motors | 85120 | $4,390 | 57,490 mi | 2026-09-06 | 9 d ago |
| Marte Motors | Apache Junction, AZ 85120 | $3,995 | 57,490 mi | 2026-09-06 | 16 d ago |
| Marte Motor LLC | Apache Junction, AZ 85120 | $4,390 | 57,490 mi | 2026-09-02 | 33 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FALP52U5VA222854Full 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 | 139 | $13,999 | 100% | 95,983 mi |
| 2018 | 257 | $12,999 | 93% | 99,120 mi |
| 2017 | 187 | $10,995 | 79% | 102,348 mi |
| 2016 | 257 | $9,995 | 71% | 112,919 mi |
| 2015 | 348 | $8,995 | 64% | 118,834 mi |
| 2014 | 218 | $8,990 | 64% | 119,638 mi |
| 2013 | 264 | $7,985 | 57% | 135,018 mi |
| 2012 | 96 | $7,862 | 56% | 136,179 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
