1998 Ford Ranger XL
1FTYR10C9WUC27018
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $1,466 above typical price
Chicago, IL
This 1998 Ford Ranger XL is listed at $6,266 with 262,439 miles in Chicago, IL.
Sold by Metro Ford Sales & Service
Hours
- Mon–Thu
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Fri
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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1998 Ford Ranger XL
VIN 1FTYR10C9WUC27018
Market price range
Based on 5 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of September 15, 2026This vehicle: $6,266 — $1,466 above the typical market price ($4,800)
Asking $6,266 · typical market price $4,800 · based on 5 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Asking prices recorded across 3 listing dates for VIN 1FTYR10C9WUC27018, spanning 3 days.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Ford Sales & Service | Chicago, IL 60636 | $6,266 | 262,439 mi | 2026-09-09 | 2 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Ford Sales & Service | Chicago, IL 60636 | $5,998 | 262,439 mi | 2026-09-10 | 2 h ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FTYR10C9WUC27018Full 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 1998 Ford Ranger 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 1998 Ford Ranger has 11 recall campaigns as of August 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 20 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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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINECERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.NHTSA campaign 06E056000
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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 1998 Ford Ranger from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 1998 Ford Ranger over the last 6 months — the market firmed $1,550 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $5,300 |
| May 2026 | $5,992 |
| June 2026 | $5,500 |
| July 2026 | $6,500 |
| August 2026 | $6,494 |
| September 2026 | $6,850 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 198 | $13,750 | 100% | 115,117 mi |
| 2010 | 110 | $11,316 | 82% | 121,669 mi |
| 2009 | 52 | $10,838 | 79% | 111,834 mi |
| 2008 | 66 | $10,094 | 73% | 122,206 mi |
| 2007 | 71 | $10,000 | 73% | 130,531 mi |
| 2006 | 62 | $9,995 | 73% | 121,381 mi |
| 2005 | 46 | $8,995 | 65% | 138,014 mi |
| 2004 | 81 | $9,297 | 68% | 139,544 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
