Some of you reading this may be old enough to remember the golden age of the large, American sedan. Throughout the middle and end of the 20th century, the land yacht dominated large swaths of the American roadway. At the time, they were seen as the best type of vehicle to ferry families and groceries to and fro, as well as tackle the daily commute. However, once the minivan and, more consequently, the SUV became popular, the big sedan's grip on the nation began to loosen.American automakers began ditching their large sedans in droves during the 2000s and 2010s. Full-size models like Ford's Crown Victoria, Buick's LaCrosse, and Lincoln's MKS, to name a few, were all axed during the latter half of the 2010s. Just a few years ago, Ford, too, axed its final full-size sedan: the Taurus. While sad, the final model-year Taurus has now reached a point in its life cycle where its average used price has dropped to extremely affordable levels. With that bargain price, you sure do get a lot of car. A Lot Of Car For A Small Price FordThe Ford Taurus wasn't always the big brute it became. When it was launched in 1986, it was slotted into Ford's lineup as a mid-size model. Back then, the futuristic-looking Taurus set off a proverbial bomb in the American automotive scene, prompting other marques to begin designing cars that matched the times much more closely, and could also compete with the likes of Toyota, Honda, and other German automakers.However, by the mid-2010s, the Taurus had grown in size, and lost much of its once-large following. A good chunk of the Taurus' clientele were police departments, which would order large numbers of base-spec models to be converted into police cars, much like what happened to the Ford Crown Victoria. It's reported that, by 2017, just about 33,242 examples of the Taurus made it into civilian hands. In total, roughly 41,236 were sold that year. For contrast, the Taurus managed to sell approximately 410,000 Tauruses in 1992, during its peak popularity. Its Dropping Value Is Good News Ford By 2019, the Taurus had had enough, and Ford axed the model. During its final model year, it was stickered with a base price of $27,800 for the entry-level "SE" trim. Moving up the 2019 Taurus trim ladder to the SEL grade, pricing began at about $30,230. A higher-end trim, called the Limited, demanded an MSRP of $37,310. Topping off the model range is the SHO trim, a high-performance variant, which commanded a sticker price starting at roughly $42,975.Ford However, things are quite different these days. On average, a 2019 Ford Taurus costs about $14,352 when all trim levels are factored in. The mid-range SEL-spec is going for roughly $11,800 at present, making it the cheapest iteration of the model today, according to Kelley Blue Book. Bearing these prices in mind, the Taurus seems to have lost more than half of its value over the last seven years, spelling good news for bargain hunters. Trims And Features Ford SE Sitting at base level, the SE trim offered the least in terms of creature comforts and amenities, but it was still reasonably equipped. It featured things like Bluetooth compatibility, cruise control, and remote keyless entry. A pair of powered, cloth-trimmed bucket seats came standard in the front, with a bench seat occupying the rear row. The usual standard features, like power windows and locks, came standard, too. Buyers could opt for upgrades like satellite radio. The sole engine option is a naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6 that's capable of producing 288 ponies and 254 pound-feet of torque.SELMoving up to the SEL, 2019 Taurus owners were granted the opportunity to have more amenities on top of those found in the SE grade, such as a remote start system and heated mirrors. Satellite radio was also upgraded to standard kit. Push-button start replaced the SE's standard keyed ignition. A slew of options is now available as well, including leather seats and a Sony-built premium sound system boasting a touchscreen infotainment interface that boasted navigation, real-time traffic updates, and voice recognition. You could also spring for a small rear spoiler and all-wheel drive.Ford Limited Barring the high-performance SHO grade, the Limited trim was the top-of-the-line Taurus when it comes to sheer luxury. Most of the optional extras found on the SEL were now standard fare, including leather seats, premium sound, and power-adjustable pedals. Navigation, a rear spoiler, all-wheel drive, and real-time traffic info remain optional for the Limited.SHOFordTaking up the top spot on the 2019 Taurus lineup is the SHO, also known as "Super High Output". The largest difference between the SHO and the rest of the lineup is what lives under its hood. Instead of the naturally aspirated V6, it employs the use of a twin-turbocharged iteration of the six-pot that produces 365 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque. An all-wheel drive system comes standard, as well.It also boasts a unique set of wheels, along with its own grille, black headlight surrounds, and a pair of chrome exhaust tips. When it comes to the rest of the SHO, all optional and standard features – minus the spoiler and AWD – are identical to the ones found on the Limited trim. Why The 2019 Taurus Is A Good Buy FordShort of sentimental reasons, such as the ability to own one of the final full-size American sedans, the 2019 Taurus does manage to offer a good bit of value for its rather low price. Being about seven years old, you're still able to pick up a warranty from most dealers to cover yourself in the event of a mechanical failure. Not to mention, the final-gen Taurus is known to be relatively reliable, especially when equipped with the naturally aspirated V6 engine.However, whichever trim level you go for, the 2019 Ford Taurus will likely serve you well for a decent amount of time, despite a relatively low cost of entry.