2012 Lincoln MKZ
3LNHL2GC8CR815133
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· $2,382 below typical price
South Bend, IN
This 2012 Lincoln MKZ is listed at $3,995 with 117,906 miles in South Bend, IN.
Market price range
Based on 28 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of August 24, 2026This vehicle: $3,995 — $2,382 below the typical market price ($6,377)
Asking $3,995 · typical market price $6,377 · based on 28 comparable same-build listings.
Price history for this VIN
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 3LNHL2GC8CR815133, spanning 1 day.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davio's Autos | South Bend, IN 46637 | $3,995 | 117,906 mi | 2026-08-15 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 3LNHL2GC8CR815133- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
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Get the original window sticker for this VIN →Fuel economy (EPA)
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 Lincoln MKZ 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 2012 Lincoln MKZ has 6 recall campaigns as of July 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Lincoln MKZ 4 DR AWD
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AIR BAGSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana,…NHTSA campaign 19V001000
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AIR BAGSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and 2010-2012 Lincoln MKZ vehicles that previously received a replacement passenger air bag under…NHTSA campaign 18V775000
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AIR BAGSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California,…NHTSA campaign 17V024000
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 Lincoln MKZ from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed July 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Lincoln MKZ over the last 6 months — the market firmed $67 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $6,995 |
| April 2026 | $6,999 |
| May 2026 | $7,495 |
| June 2026 | $6,998 |
| July 2026 | $6,998 |
| August 2026 | $7,062 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Lincoln MKZ (this car) | $3,995 | 28 | — |
| 2014 Chrysler 200 | $7,650 | 4 | +$3,655 |
| 2010 Dodge Avenger | $6,240 | 2 | +$2,245 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Impala | $7,098 | 2 | +$3,103 |
| 2013 Ford Fusion | $8,378 | 2 | +$4,383 |
| 2014 Ford Focus | $9,650 | 2 | +$5,655 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2007–2012What 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 71 | $6,995 | 100% | 115,908 mi |
| 2011 | 37 | $6,648 | 95% | 120,917 mi |
| 2010 | 29 | $6,000 | 86% | 113,003 mi |
| 2009 | 17 | $5,000 | 71% | 126,365 mi |
| 2008 | 27 | $5,500 | 79% | 113,182 mi |
| 2007 | 30 | $4,997 | 71% | 114,297 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
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