1998 Ford Ranger XLT
1FTYR10C0WTA46248
ABOVE MARKET
· $3,203 above typical price
Decatur, IN
This 1998 Ford Ranger XLT is listed at $7,500 with 114,772 miles in Decatur, IN.
Sold by Cress Automotive
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1998 Ford Ranger XLT
VIN 1FTYR10C0WTA46248
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 15, 2026This vehicle: $7,500 — above the market range (typical price $4,297)
Asking $7,500 · typical market price $4,297 · based on 4 comparable same-build listings.
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Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cress Automotive | Decatur, IN 46733 | $7,500 | 114,772 mi | 2026-08-06 | 20 h ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FTYR10C0WTA46248Full 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 $1,083 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 | $6,383 |
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 XLT (this car) | $7,500 | 4 | — |
| 1997 Ford E-350 | $38,000 | 2 | +$30,500 |
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 | 193 | $13,129 | 100% | 117,317 mi |
| 2010 | 105 | $11,133 | 85% | 123,824 mi |
| 2009 | 52 | $10,838 | 83% | 113,823 mi |
| 2008 | 62 | $9,995 | 76% | 125,070 mi |
| 2007 | 67 | $9,900 | 75% | 132,620 mi |
| 2006 | 60 | $9,996 | 76% | 120,665 mi |
| 2005 | 46 | $8,992 | 68% | 139,874 mi |
| 2004 | 83 | $9,095 | 69% | 140,237 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
