Sell or junk a 1997 Ford F-150: what it's worth
Figure for 1997 F-150 (this model year)
The median real instant offer for a 1997 Ford F-150 was $300. That's across 60 real instant offers in our price index, Mar 2022–Oct 2026. The middle half fell between $225 and $375. Offers vary by year, condition and ZIP. Offers are not guaranteed.
States with the most Ford F-150 offers in our price index: Texas, California, Ohio.
Updated 2026-10-22
Get my instant offer ↓Ford F-150 junk value by year
Median of real instant offers in our price index for each model year with 5 or more offers.
| Year | Median offer | Offers |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $6,575 | 8 |
| 2020 | $5,750 | 8 |
| 2019 | $5,725 | 13 |
| 2018 | $5,500 | 11 |
| 2017 | $3,500 | 6 |
| 2016 | $3,550 | 19 |
| 2015 | $2,500 | 13 |
| 2014 | $1,500 | 18 |
| 2013 | $1,225 | 31 |
| 2012 | $750 | 25 |
| 2011 | $1,050 | 19 |
| 2010 | $675 | 42 |
| 2009 | $575 | 19 |
| 2008 | $450 | 45 |
| 2007 | $450 | 61 |
| 2006 | $450 | 67 |
| 2005 | $400 | 72 |
| 2004 | $400 | 86 |
| 2003 | $350 | 48 |
| 2002 | $425 | 68 |
| 2001 | $350 | 60 |
| 2000 | $400 | 44 |
| 1999 | $325 | 57 |
| 1998 | $325 | 37 |
| 1997 | $300 | 60 |
| 1996 | $350 | 23 |
| 1995 | $425 | 28 |
| 1994 | $300 | 19 |
| 1993 | $275 | 19 |
| 1992 | $450 | 12 |
| 1991 | $275 | 15 |
| 1990 | $225 | 9 |
Ford F-150 by model-year group
| Years | Median | Middle half | Offers | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| pre-2008 | $350 | $250–$475 | 822 | Mar 2022–Oct 2026 |
| 2008-2014 | $700 | $450–$1,200 | 199 | Apr 2022–Oct 2026 |
| 2015+ | $4,725 | $2,900–$6,575 | 86 | Jan 2024–Oct 2026 |
Ford F-150 offers by state
The 5 states with the most Ford F-150 offers in our price index (median shown with 5+ offers).
Sell, junk or scrap — same offer, same process
Whether you call it selling, junking or scrapping your 1997 Ford F-150, it's one instant offer. Enter the year, make, model, condition and ZIP; the offer reflects whether the car runs or not. If you accept, pickup is arranged and towing is free. Offers are not guaranteed.
How the offer works
Enter the year, make, model, condition and ZIP for your 1997 Ford F-150. You get an instant offer that reflects the details you give, including whether the car runs. If you accept, pickup is arranged and towing is free. Offers are not guaranteed. See the how-to-sell guide or check another car in the junk car value calculator.
What you need (title and more)
Most states expect the title in your name, plus a photo ID. Some states allow older cars to sell with a bill of sale or registration, and a lost title can be replaced at the DMV. Your state's rules are in the title requirements by state guide.
Questions about a junk 1997 Ford F-150
How much is a junk 1997 Ford F-150 worth?
The median real instant offer for a 1997 Ford F-150 was $300. That's across 60 real instant offers in our price index, Mar 2022–Oct 2026. The middle half fell between $225 and $375. Offers vary by year, condition and ZIP. Offers are not guaranteed.
Can I sell a Ford F-150 that doesn't run?
Yes. You get one instant offer whether the F-150 runs or not, and towing is free. Condition is part of the offer, so describe it accurately.
Do I need a title to sell a 1997 Ford F-150?
Most states expect a title in your name. Some states let older cars sell on a bill of sale, and a lost title can be replaced at the DMV.
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