1998 Ford Ranger XL
1FTZR15U8WPB06520
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Last listed by Edgewater Auto Center
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Market price range
Based on 4 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of September 23, 2026Love this car? See what else is out there.
1998 Ford Ranger XL for sale near SalemOR
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Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewater Auto Center | Salem, OR 97304 | $5,995 | — | 2026-09-13 | 10 h ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FTZR15U8WPB06520Full 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 $1,072 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 | $6,372 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Ford Ranger XL (this car) | $7,350 | 4 | — |
| 1996 Chevrolet GMT-400 | $10,497 | 2 | +$3,147 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
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 | 214 | $13,075 | 100% | 115,164 mi |
| 2010 | 113 | $11,133 | 85% | 126,850 mi |
| 2009 | 57 | $10,890 | 83% | 106,282 mi |
| 2008 | 71 | $9,995 | 76% | 118,615 mi |
| 2007 | 68 | $9,991 | 76% | 125,599 mi |
| 2006 | 60 | $9,995 | 76% | 125,081 mi |
| 2005 | 51 | $9,339 | 71% | 127,766 mi |
| 2004 | 79 | $9,800 | 75% | 137,962 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
