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2005 Ford Explorer
Invoice: $24,500 - $34,080
Miles Per Gallon
City: 14 MPG - 16 MPG
Highway: 18 MPG - 21 MPG
Body Style: N/A
Engines: 4.0L V-6 210 HP, 4.6L V-8 239 HP
For more than a dozen years, the Ford Explorer has been the bestselling SUV in America. In fact, it's the sixth bestselling vehicle. It's become the standardissue suburban family hauler. Though capable as a tow vehicle and able to venture off the highway, most Explorers spend their lives shuttling people, collecting groceries and performing the duties station wagons performed when Baby Boomers were growing up. The Explorer answers this call admirably and comfortably, and that's a big part of the reason it's so popular. The Explorer is roomy and comfortable. It can seat seven people when equipped with the optional thirdrow seat, which folds flat into the cargo floor when not needed. On the other hand, Eddie Bauer and Limited models are luxurious vehicles with available secondrow sport bucket seating. Buyers can choose between V6 and V8 engines, but the V6 provides plenty of power. The V8 isn't needed unless you're pulling trailers or live in the Rocky Mountain states where the air is thin. Part of the reason for this is a superb fivespeed automatic transmission. Explorer's wide track and long wheelbase give it a solid, stable stance, while its independent rear suspension (an unusual feature in a midtolargesize SUV) gives it a smoother ride and better handling than SUVs with traditional live rear axles. Safety features abound. AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control is now standard on all Explorers. This sophisticated system not only senses and corrects potential skids and slides, but also monitors for potential rollovers. Onboard electronics determine if one or more wheels is about to lift off the ground, then reduce power and/or selectively brake one or more wheels to resettle the Explorer back on all fours. We recommend the optional Safety Canopy airbags, which are designed to provide some protection in the event of a rollover. Antilock brakes (ABS) are also standard, and a tire pressure monitor comes on all but the base model. The Explorer is rated to pull trailers up to 7,140 pounds when properly equipped, and though it does not excel at offroad travel, it can go most of the places most of us need to go.
Purchasing an older vehicle, such as the 2005 Ford Explorer, makes good financial sense. You're able to avoid the steep depreciation rates that occur with brand new vehicles. This essentially gives you the advantage of getting a 2005 Ford Explorer for less money than when it was new. If the 2005 Ford Explorer was properly maintained, you also have a good chance of steering clear of problems that would have developed when the car was new.
The amount you pay for an older car depends on various factors. One important element is where you buy the vehicle. You're likely to get a better deal if you buy it from a private party, as opposed to a dealer. On the other hand, a reputable dealer will normally have some kind of limited warranty, so you can drive away knowing that if the car breaks down right away, you'll be covered. Another factor that may affect price on a 2005 Ford Explorer is whether it's "certified" by the manufacturer. A certified vehicle will cost more because warranty service is provided that normally doesn't come with a used car.
Another dynamic that will play into the purchase price is the resale value. A used vehicle with a high resale value will obviously cost you more. It is expected that the 2005 Ford Explorer will have a good resale value. This assumes that the 2005 Ford Explorer is in good condition and has a reasonable number of miles.
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