2017 Ford Escape – 1FMCU9G98HUC82608
Description
This 2017 Ford Escape (Tan) comes from a major insurance auction in the USA or Canada. All information on this page is linked to the vehicle’s VIN (1FMCU9G98HUC82608), which helps confirm where the car was listed and what condition it was in at the time of sale.
The photos shown are real auction photos of this exact vehicle. It’s worth reviewing them closely—auction listings don’t always mention every detail, and images often reveal things like scratches, dents, missing trim, or other visible issues.
Technical details
This 2017 Ford Escape (Tan) is equipped with an engine designed to balance performance and efficiency. According to the auction listing, the vehicle had 109,148 miles at the time of sale.
Condition and reported damage
At the auction, the following damage was reported:
- Primary damage: FRONT END
- Secondary damage: FRONT END
Insurance-auction vehicles are typically sold with some form of damage or defect, ranging from minor cosmetic issues to more serious problems. To get the clearest picture, compare the reported damage with the photos.
Additional information
Each listing on our site is connected to the vehicle’s VIN, allowing you to cross-check details such as history, ownership records, and accident/insurance information (where available). This vehicle was listed through a large insurance-auction platform in the United States, which helps ensure the information is traceable.
For the most accurate assessment, review all photos and all listed specifications before making any decisions.
Technical Specifications
| VIN Number | 1FMCU9G98HUC82608 |
|---|---|
| Lot ID | 40748239 |
| Sale Date | 2024-12-11 |
| Color | Tan |
| Odometer | 109148 |
| Primary Damage | FRONT END |
| Secondary Damage | FRONT END |
VIN Breakdown for 1FMCU9G98HUC82608
Every 17-character VIN encodes specific facts about where and when the vehicle was built. Here is what the VIN 1FMCU9G98HUC82608 reveals about this 2017 Ford:
| World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) | 1FM — Ford |
| Country of manufacture | United States |
| Model year code (10th digit) | H — 2017 |
| Assembly plant code (11th digit) | U |
| Vehicle descriptor section (VDS) | CU9G9 |
| VIN check digit (9th) | 8 |
| Production serial number | C82608 |
About This 2017 Ford Escape
Recorded at the auction yard in Portage (WI), this 2017 Ford Escape carries the VIN 1FMCU9G98HUC82608 and the details below. The listing notes 109,148 miles on the clock and a Tan exterior. Since the record is VIN-linked, it stays consistent with title, insurance and accident databases where available.
Understanding the Reported Damage
Front-end damage usually involves the bumper, hood, radiator support, headlights and sometimes the airbags. Inspect the photos for frame or core-support deformation, which is costlier to repair than cosmetic panel damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VIN 1FMCU9G98HUC82608 salvage or auction history?
This page collects the public auction record tied to VIN 1FMCU9G98HUC82608. It indicates the 2017 Ford Escape passed through a North American insurance or salvage auction, where the photos and reported damage shown here were recorded.
Where was this 2017 Ford Escape located?
The most recent auction listing placed this vehicle at Portage (WI). Auction locations can change if a car is relisted.
Can I get a full history report for VIN 1FMCU9G98HUC82608?
Yes. Enter the VIN 1FMCU9G98HUC82608 into the search box at the top of the page to pull the available history, and cross-reference it with an independent provider for title and odometer records.
Are the photos of this exact car?
Yes — the images on this page are the original auction photos captured for VIN 1FMCU9G98HUC82608, not stock photography.
Market analysis for this 2017 Ford Escape
We hold 85 comparable Ford Escape auction results from 2015–2019. Across those sales the average price was $2,434, ranging from $150 to $11,000.
This particular car sold for $2,200 — 9.6% below the comparable average. That places it close to the middle of the market for this model and period.
Its recorded odometer reading of 109,148 miles compares with an average of 110,213 miles across the comparable group — roughly 1,065 miles less.
The most frequently reported primary damage among comparable Escape listings is Front End (35 of the group).
Figures are calculated from CarFinderVIN's own record of auction results and refresh as new sales are added.