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2003 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN
1FMZU73K83UB83786
GREAT DEAL
· $1,410 below typical price
Columbus, IN
Listed at
$3,485
typical market $4,895 · 16 comps
This 2003 Ford Explorer XLT is listed at $3,485 with 199,485 miles in Columbus, IN.
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Sold by Chevrolet Of Columbus
Columbus, IN 47201
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2003 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN 1FMZU73K83UB83786
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Market price range
Based on 16 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 2, 2026This vehicle · $3,485
Below market
$3,848
Typical price
$4,895
Above market
$6,247
This vehicle: $3,485 — below the market range (typical price $4,895)
Asking $3,485 · typical market price $4,895 · based on 16 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Asking price over time
Apr 29, 2024 · $2,950
Oct 1, 2026 · $3,485
Asking prices recorded across 8 listing dates for VIN 1FMZU73K83UB83786, spanning 2 years 5 months.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Of Columbus | Columbus, IN 47201 | $3,485 | 199,485 mi | 2026-10-01 | 1 d ago |
| Stoops Buick GMC of Muncie | Muncie, IN 47304 | $3,736 | 199,485 mi | 2026-09-24 | 13 h ago |
| Stoops Automotive Group | Muncie, IN 47304 | $3,485 | 199,485 mi | 2026-09-04 | 1 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoops Buick GMC of Muncie | Muncie, IN 47304 | $4,250 | 199,485 mi | 2026-09-21 | 7 d ago |
| Stoops Automotive Group | Muncie, IN 47304 | $4,250 | 199,485 mi | 2026-09-04 | 5 d ago |
| — | $2,950 | 177 mi | 2024-04-29 | 879 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMZU73K83UB83786Trim
XLT
Engine
Horsepower
210
Drivetrain
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2003
Made by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
15
MPG
City
13
MPG
Highway
18
MPG
$3,100
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 15 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2003 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Fuel
$15,500
Insurance
$4,463
Maintenance & repairs
$7,000
Total, 5 years
$26,963
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2003 Ford Explorer has 7 recall campaigns as of September 2026. NHTSA rated it 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. EPA combined fuel economy: 15 MPG.
Rollover
★★★☆☆
3 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2003 Ford Explorer 4-DR.
7 recall campaigns on this model year
Check accident & title history →
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EXTERIOR LIGHTINGCERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.NHTSA campaign 06E049000
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VISIBILITYCERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN…NHTSA campaign 07E104000
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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
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 2003 Ford Explorer from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2003 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market firmed $409 in that span.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | $4,491 |
| June 2026 | $4,694 |
| July 2026 | $4,694 |
| August 2026 | $4,995 |
| September 2026 | $4,995 |
| October 2026 | $4,900 |
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As of October 3, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2003 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2003 Jeep Liberty has the lowest median asking price ($4,486, 45 listings with photos) and the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe the highest ($5,995, 45 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 3, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
The car you are viewing
2003 Ford Explorer
XLT · United States
$3,736Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $4,900 · 27 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $3,995–$5,745
Explore this model’s prices →Photo: XLT · 199,485 mi · view VIN
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Ford Explorer XLT | $4,900 | $3,995–$5,745 | 27 |
| 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer All trims | $4,850 | $3,848–$5,999 | 31 |
| 2003 Dodge Durango All trims | $4,995 | $3,800–$6,995 | 26 |
| 2003 Jeep Liberty All trims | $4,486 | $3,500–$5,999 | 45 |
| 2003 Honda Pilot All trims | $4,500 | $3,875–$6,973 | 36 |
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe All trims | $5,995 | $4,950–$7,971 | 45 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: October 3, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2002–2005What 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 48 | $4,584 | 100% | 164,406 mi |
| 2004 | 52 | $4,995 | 109% | 148,613 mi |
| 2003 | 54 | $4,842 | 106% | 164,768 mi |
| 2002 | 59 | $4,400 | 96% | 152,023 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
