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1FAFP653XWK180327-1998-ford-contour-0
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1998 FORD CONTOURVIN: 1FAFP653XWK180327

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Sale Prices
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Historical Records

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Available historical records for VIN 1FAFP653XWK180327
Latest reported mileage: 741 mi
Below you can see some examples of what these records could look like.
2022-11-05
2 years ago
153,240 mi
SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
2022-06-30
2 years ago
17,982 mi
REBUILT TITLE ISSUED
2019-08-23
5 years ago
38,229 mi
TOTAL LOSS VEHICLE
Collision damage reported

VIN Factory Options

Found 156 factory options in 38 categories

Factory Options

ENGINE
  • 2.0L DOHC SEFI 16-VALVE I4 ZETEC ENGINE
  • 4 Cylinder Engine

Vehicle Equipment

Air Bag - Frontal
  • Driver Air Bag
  • Passenger Air Bag
Air Conditioning
  • A/C
Audio
  • AM/FM Stereo
Brakes
  • Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes
Convenience
  • Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Intermittent Wipers
  • Power Outlet
  • Remote Trunk Release
Drivetrain
  • Front Wheel Drive
Engine
  • 2.0L DOHC SEFI 16-VALVE I4 ZETEC ENGINE
  • 4 Cylinder Engine
Fuel
  • Gasoline Fuel
Mirrors
  • Power Mirror(s)
Safety Features
  • Child Safety Locks
Seat Trim
  • Cloth Seats
Seats
  • Bucket Seats
Steering
  • Power Steering
Tire - Spare
  • Temporary Spare Tire
Wheels
  • Wheel Covers

Equipment Details

MECHANICAL
  • 130 amp alternator
  • 14" bolt-on appearance full wheel covers
  • 14.5 gallon fuel tank w/tethered cap
  • 2.0L DOHC SEFI 16-valve I4 Zetec engine
  • Front wheel drive
  • Independent MacPherson strut front suspension w/front stabilizer bar
  • Mini-spare tire
  • P185/70R14 SBR BSW tires
  • Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
  • Pwr rack & pinion steering
  • Quadralink rear suspension w/rear stabilizer bar
EXTERIOR
  • Body-color "B" pillars
  • Chrome surround grille w/"floating" oval
  • Color-keyed body-side moldings
  • Color-keyed flush door handles & bezels
  • Dripless roof construction w/water management system
  • Dual body-color pwr mirrors
  • Flush headlamps w/replaceable halogen bulb
  • Front/rear color-coordinated polycarbonate bumpers
  • Semi-flush solar tinted glass
  • Single-speed intermittent windshield wipers/washers
  • Wrap-around side marker lamps
INTERIOR
  • Backlit instrument panel cluster-inc: 130 MPH speedometer, analog gauges, trip odometer, coolant temp gauge, fuel gauge
  • Color-keyed 11 oz. carpet
  • Color-keyed cloth-covered headliner
  • Courtesy light delay
  • Day/night rearview mirror
  • Driver-side left footrest
  • Driver-side seat-attached armrest
  • Dual rear coat hooks
  • Dual visor mirrors (LH covered)
  • Electronic digital clock
  • Fixed rear-quarter panel mounted antenna
  • Floor-mounted console-inc: twin molded cupholders, cassette/CD stowage bin
  • Front header-mounted interior light w/door courtesy switches
  • Front passenger grab handles
  • Glove box
  • Heater/defroster w/4-speed blower control
  • High beam/low oil pressure/hand-brake on/catalyst malfunction/seat-belt reminder warning lamps
  • Illuminated rotary master light switch
  • Lights-on/seat-belt reminder warning chimes
  • Luggage compartment-inc: spare tire cover, sidewall trim w/floor carpet, light
  • Molded door trim panels-inc: armrest, front/rear speakers, front stowage bins
  • Particulate air filtration system-inc: pollen filter for interior cabin
  • Pwr point
  • Rear passenger compartment heat duct
  • Remote decklid release
  • Soft-touch driver-oriented instrument panel-inc: side window demisters, knee bolsters, (4) positive shut-off registers, illum switches/controls
  • Soft-touch steering wheel w/center horn control
  • Tilt steering column
SAFETY
  • Child-proof rear door locks
  • Driver & front passenger second-generation air bags
  • Front outboard shoulder belt height adjuster
  • Manual color-keyed lap/shoulder belts for all seating positions
  • Single note horn

Chassis

Brakes
  • Brake ABS System - 4-Wheel
  • Brake Type - Power
  • Disc - Front (Yes or ) - Yes
  • Drum - Rear (Yes or ) - Yes
  • Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness - 10.24 x 0.94 in
  • Rear Drum Diam x Width - 8.0 x 1.5 in
Fuel Tank
  • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx - 14.5 gal
Steering
  • Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) - 2.78
  • Steering Ratio (:1), Overall - 14.52
  • Steering Type - Power Rack & Pinion
  • Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb - 36.5 ft
  • Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall - 38.4 ft
Suspension
  • Shock Absorber Diameter - Front - 32 mm
  • Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear - 32 mm
  • Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front - 0.79 in
  • Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear - 0.63 in
  • Suspension Type - Front - Indep MacPherson
  • Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) - w/Coil Springs
  • Suspension Type - Rear - Indep Quadralink
  • Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) - w/Coil Springs
Tires
  • Front Tire Order Code - T72
  • Front Tire Size - P185/70R14
  • Rear Tire Order Code - T72
  • Rear Tire Size - P185/70R14
  • Spare Tire Size - T135/80R15
Trailering
  • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. - 100 lbs
  • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. - 1000 lbs
Weight Information
  • Base Curb Weight - 2769 lbs
Wheels
  • Front Wheel Material - Steel
  • Front Wheel Size - 14 x 5.5 in
  • Rear Wheel Material - Steel
  • Rear Wheel Size - 14 x 5.5 in
  • Spare Wheel Material - Steel
  • Spare Wheel Size - 15 x - TBD - in

Dimensions

Cargo Area Dimensions
  • Trunk Volume - 13.9 ft³
Exterior Dimensions
  • Height, Overall - 54.4 in
  • Length, Overall - 184.6 in
  • Liftover Height - 25.1 in
  • Track Width, Front - 59.2 in
  • Track Width, Rear - 58.5 in
  • Wheelbase - 106.5 in
  • Width, Max w/o mirrors - 69.1 in
Interior Dimensions
  • Front Head Room - 39.0 in
  • Front Hip Room - 50.7 in
  • Front Leg Room - 42.4 in
  • Front Shoulder Room - 53.9 in
  • Passenger Capacity - 5
  • Passenger Volume - 90.2 ft³
  • Second Head Room - 36.7 in
  • Second Hip Room - 45.5 in
  • Second Leg Room - 34.4 in
  • Second Shoulder Room - 53.3 in

Powertrain

Cooling System
  • Total Cooling System Capacity - qts
Electrical
  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) - 590
  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) - 110
Engine
  • Displacement - 2.0L/121
  • Engine Order Code - 993
  • Engine Type - Gas I4
  • Fuel System - SEFI
  • SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 125 @ 5500
  • SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 130 @ 4000
Mileage
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City - 24 MPG
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy - MPG
Transmission
  • Clutch Size - in
  • Drivetrain - Front Wheel Drive
  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) -
  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) -
  • First Gear Ratio (:1) -
  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) -
  • Reverse Ratio (:1) -
  • Second Gear Ratio (:1) -
  • Third Gear Ratio (:1) -
  • Trans Description Cont. Again - Electronic
  • Trans Order Code -
  • Trans Type -

Summary

Summary
  • Body Style - 4 Door Sedan LX
  • Vehicle Name - Ford Contour

Vehicle

Vehicle
  • Country of Origin - United States Ford
  • EPA Classification - Compact

Sale Record

Sale Date
5 years ago
Odometer
3932 mi
Location
Des Moines, IA, 50315
Has Keys:Hidden text
Engine Starts:Hidden text
Run & Drive:Hidden text
Year1998
TitleHidden text
ODO 6692 mi (Hidden text)
LossHidden text
DamageHidden text
Estimated Retail Value$4038
LocationDes Moines, IA, 50315
Date
ended 5 years ago
Sale Website Typesalvage or insurance auction
sale information provided by user #153499
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Tech Specs
ColorWhite
TransmissionAutomatic
Engine2.0L I4 FI DOHC 16V F4
Cylinders4 Cyl
DriveFront Wheel Drive
Fuel TypeGasoline

Model Analytics & Market Report

We've analyzed more than 260 sales records of this model and here are some numbers.
The average price for new (MSRP) 1998 FORD CONTOUR in 1998 was $4,997.
The average price for used 1998 FORD CONTOUR nowadays in is $3,847 which is 77% from the original price.
Estimated mileage driven per year is 7,001 miles.
For this model we also have depreciation curve, photos, list of features and options, and other analytics.
Take a look at 1998 FORD CONTOUR model page in BADVIN vehicles catalog.

Price vs Mileage

The graph below shows how mileage affects the price for 1998 FORD CONTOUR. This data was calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1998 FORD CONTOUR by mileage and number of sales.
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MileageAverage PriceSample Size
60,000 mi$2,99910 sales
80,000 mi$3,48810 sales
130,000 mi$2,75010 sales
140,000 mi$2,48810 sales
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VIN Decoder — 30 records

Engine
Displacement (CC)

Engine displacement (in cubic centimeters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

2000.0
Displacement (CI)

Engine displacement (in cubic inches) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

122.04748818946
Displacement (L)

Engine displacement (in liters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

2.0
Engine Brake (hp) From

Engine brake is the horsepower (hp) at the engine output shaft. Engine Brake (hp) From is the lower value of the range.

130
Engine Configuration

Engine configuration defines how engine cylinders are arranged. Common values are V6 for V-shaped arrangement, I4 or L4 for in-line arrangement.

In-Line
Engine Manufacturer

This data element captures the name of the engine manufacturer.

Ford
Engine Number of Cylinders

This is a numerical field to store the number of cylinders in an engine. Common values for passenger cars are 4 or 6.

4
Fuel Type - Primary

Fuel type defines the fuel used to power the vehicle. For vehicles that have two power sources, such as plug-in hybrid vehicle, both primary fuel type and secondary fuel type will be provided.

Gasoline
Other Engine Info

This is a catch-all field for storing additional engine information that does not fit in any of the other engine fields.

EFI
Valve Train Design

Valve train design defines engine camshaft design and control. Common values are single overhead cam (SOHC), dual overhead cam (DOHC), overhead valve (OHV), etc.

Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Exterior / Body
Body Class

Body Class presents the body type based on 49 CFR 565.12(b): "Body type means the general configuration or shape of a vehicle distinguished by such characteristics as the number of doors or windows, cargo-carrying features and the roofline (e.g., sedan, fastback, hatchback)." Definitions are not provided for individual body types in the regulation.

Sedan/Saloon
Doors

This is a numerical field to store the number of doors on a vehicle.

4
Exterior / Dimension
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the lower bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the higher bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
General
Make

Per 49 CFR 565, Make is a name that a manufacturer applies to a group of vehicles or engines.

FORD
Manufacturer Name
Name of the vehicle manufacturer.
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Model

Per 49 CFR 565, Model means a name that a manufacturer applies to a family of vehicles of the same type, make, line, series and body type.

Contour
Model Year

If the model year (MY) is supplied when the VIN is decoded, such as from a crash report or a vehicle registration record, the MY value will be the supplied MY, even if the MY decoded from the VIN differs from the supplied MY. If the MY is not supplied when the VIN is decoded, the MY value will be decoded from the 10th character in the VIN.

1998
Note

Note is used to store any additional information that does not correspond to any of the specified fields on the interface. This is a catch-all element for systems other than for engine, restraint system, brake and battery. Engine, restraint system, brake, and battery have their own note elements.

Body Code: FA
Plant City

This data element captures the city of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

KANSAS CITY
Plant Country

This data element captures the country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant State

This data element captures the State or Province name within the Plant Country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

MISSOURI
Series

Per 49 CFR 565, Series means a name that a manufacturer applies to a subdivision of a "line" denoting price, size or weight identification and that is used by the manufacturer for marketing purposes.

LX
Trim

Trim levels further identify a vehicle by a particular set of special features. Higher trim levels either will add to the features of the base (entry-level model), or replace them with something else.

Sport
Vehicle Type

This field defines the type of the vehicle based on the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI).

PASSENGER CAR
Internal
NCSA Body Type

An internal NHTSA field to capture the body type of the vehicle.

4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSA Make

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Make of the vehicle.

Ford
NCSA Model

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Model of the vehicle.

Contour
Passive Safety System
Seat Belt Type

This field describes the type of seat belt, such as manual or automatic. Automatic seat belts automatically close over riders in a vehicle. Automatic seat belts were mainly used in some older model GM, Nissan, and Honda vehicles and are rarely seen now.

Manual
Passive Safety System / Air Bag Location
Front Air Bag Locations

This field captures the location of frontal air bags. Frontal air bags are generally designed to deploy in "moderate to severe" frontal or near-frontal crashes.

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
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Frequently asked questions
A salvage title generally indicates that the vehicle was declared a total loss by an insurance company due to severe damage from an accident, flood, or other causes, if such information is recorded.
Dismantled status, if noted, shows the vehicle has been taken apart for parts or salvage, significantly impacting the 1998 FORD's value and functionality.
Regulatory changes can affect what is included on future Monroney labels, particularly as governments implement new requirements for transparency in vehicle pricing, fuel efficiency, and safety.
Yes, you can use the window sticker to check if a 1998 FORD CONTOUR has certain safety features, as it includes details on safety equipment and any related safety package options.
These records, if available, detail instances of major damage and subsequent dispositions, essential for evaluating the past treatment and current state of the 1998 FORD CONTOUR.
VIN decoders are generally accurate in providing fuel type information for 1998 FORD vehicles as this is a standard detail encoded in the VIN.
Buying a used car can be a great value, especially if the vehicle is part of a Certified Pre-Owned program and has been well-maintained and lightly used.
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