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2012 Ford Explorer Limited
VIN
1FMHK7F87CGA70847
GOOD DEAL
· $2,462 below typical price
Simpsonville, SC
Listed at
$6,995
typical market $9,457 · 28 comps
This 2012 Ford Explorer Limited is listed at $6,995 with 215,000 miles in Simpsonville, SC.
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Sold by l&M Auto Sales
902 Ne Main St, Simpsonville, SC 29681
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VIN report
2012 Ford Explorer Limited
VIN 1FMHK7F87CGA70847
Accidents
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Title
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Mileage
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Market price range
Based on 28 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 5, 2026This vehicle · $6,995
Below market
$5,047
Typical price
$9,457
Above market
$12,350
This vehicle: $6,995 — $2,462 below the typical market price ($9,457)
Asking $6,995 · typical market price $9,457 · based on 28 comparable same-build listings.
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Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| l&M Auto Sales | Simpsonville, SC 29681 | $6,995 | 215,000 mi | 2026-10-02 | 10 h ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMHK7F87CGA70847Trim
Limited
Engine
Horsepower
290
Drivetrain
FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2012
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
19
MPG
City
17
MPG
Highway
23
MPG
$2,450
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Ford Explorer likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Fuel
$12,250
Insurance
$5,950
Maintenance & repairs
$7,000
Total, 5 years
$25,200
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Ford Explorer has 7 recall campaigns as of September 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Overall
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2012 Ford Explorer 4 DR SUV AWD
7 recall campaigns on this model year
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SUSPENSIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.NHTSA campaign 19V435000
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WHEELSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Wheel Hub Bearing assemblies, part number HB5Z-1104-C, incorrectly listed as being for installation on the rear axles of 2011-2017…NHTSA campaign 17E048000
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STRUCTUREFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Explorer vehicles.NHTSA campaign 15V171000
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 2012 Ford Explorer from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $300 in that span.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | $7,800 |
| June 2026 | $7,999 |
| July 2026 | $7,688 |
| August 2026 | $7,499 |
| September 2026 | $7,666 |
| October 2026 | $7,500 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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Compare 2012 Ford Explorer with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of October 5, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2012 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2012 Buick Enclave has the lowest median asking price ($6,812, 242 listings with photos) and the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee the highest ($8,298, 607 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 5, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2012 Ford Explorer
All trims · United States
$7,991Comparison catalog median · 224 listings with photos in the comparison sample
This VIN is not in the filtered catalog sample. Comparisons use the model median when available.
Middle 50%: $6,079–$9,499
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$6,812Median asking price · 242 qualifying listings
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$8,298Median asking price · 607 qualifying listings
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Explorer All trims | $7,991 | $6,079–$9,499 | 224 |
| 2012 Jeep Liberty All trims | $6,990 | $5,412–$8,495 | 316 |
| 2012 GMC Acadia All trims | $6,980 | $5,300–$8,313 | 319 |
| 2012 Buick Enclave All trims | $6,812 | $5,500–$8,747 | 242 |
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $8,298 | $6,775–$10,168 | 607 |
| 2012 Nissan Murano All trims | $6,995 | $5,500–$8,698 | 187 |
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 5, 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 3 · 2011–2019What 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 | 1,375 | $17,295 | 100% | 99,744 mi |
| 2018 | 2,483 | $15,795 | 91% | 104,595 mi |
| 2017 | 2,774 | $13,797 | 80% | 114,539 mi |
| 2016 | 2,254 | $11,995 | 69% | 122,184 mi |
| 2015 | 1,348 | $10,000 | 58% | 131,688 mi |
| 2014 | 1,093 | $8,999 | 52% | 138,662 mi |
| 2013 | 848 | $8,232 | 48% | 148,097 mi |
| 2012 | 262 | $7,985 | 46% | 152,544 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
