What types of vehicles are available in California government auctions?

California auctions typically include sedans, pickup trucks, vans, and SUVs from law enforcement and transportation departments. You'll also find specialized vehicles like fire trucks and maintenance trucks from state and local agencies. The specific inventory changes regularly, so checking listings frequently gives you access to the full available options.

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Heavy Equipment1,685

Electronics489

Tools & Industrial479

Real Estate398

General Surplus395

Office Furniture213

Medical & Scientific143

Sporting & Outdoor43

Seized Property19

Appliances & Household16

Military Surplus15

Apparel & Accessories11

Toys, Games & Media9

Jewelry & Coins4

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What vehicles sells for in California

Median winning bid from 909 completed vehicles sales in California over the last year. Only items with at least five sales are shown.

Item	Median	Typical range	Sales
Trailer	$2,810	$691–$10,000	109
Pickup Truck	$1,900	$1,100–$3,300	87
Semi Truck	$9,000	$3,950–$15,125	64
Ford Explorer	$2,575	$1,225–$4,097	57
Chevrolet Silverado	$3,174	$1,700–$5,769	55
Ford F-150	$4,200	$1,150–$8,768	55
Dodge Ram	$2,525	$525–$10,850	35
Ford F-250	$4,000	$2,050–$6,050	29

Winning bids only, excluding lots that closed with no bidder. Hammer price before any buyer's premium or tax.

California's government agencies manage massive vehicle fleets across transportation departments, law enforcement, and federal installations, making the state a consistent source of surplus auction inventory. With sources including GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and GovPlanet, you'll find specialized vehicles from CalTrans, local police departments, and federal facilities. The high volume of auctions here means regular new listings and a wider selection compared to most states.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which government agencies sell vehicles at auction in California?

The main sources are GSA Auctions (federal property), GovDeals (state and local agencies), GovPlanet (heavy equipment and vehicles), and PublicSurplus. California-specific sellers include CalTrans, the California Highway Patrol, county sheriffs, and city police departments. Each platform handles different types of property, so checking multiple sources helps you find the best options.

How do I bid on vehicles at California government auctions?

Each platform has its own registration and bidding process. You'll typically need to create an account, review vehicle details and photos, and place bids before the auction closes. Most auctions require payment and pickup within a specific timeframe after winning. Reading the terms and inspection requirements for each listing is important before bidding, as vehicles are usually sold as-is.

California Vehicles at Government Auction

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1,638 active vehicles auctions in California right now.

2010 Ford Ranger XLT SuperCab 4-Door 4WD

$750

2010 Ford Ranger - Pickup Trucks - Seller: County of Monterey, CA

Salinas, CAGovDeals

10d 4h

2012 Chevrolet Cruze

$10

Vehicles, Miscellaneous - Seller: Santa Ana Unified School District, CA

Cowan Heights, CAGovDeals

4d 20h

2015 Subaru Legacy 2.5i

$100

2015 Subaru Legacy - Automobiles/Cars - Seller: Seller 30240 - GTHB

Van Nuys, CAGovDeals

2d 7h

2016 Toyota Tacoma

$100

Truck Tractors - Seller: Seller 30240 - GTHB

Van Nuys, CAGovDeals

2d 7h

2021 Kia Forte

$110

Automobiles/Cars - Seller: Seller 30240 - GTHB

Van Nuys, CAGovDeals

2d 7h

1998 International 4900

$8,000

Fire Trucks - Seller: Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District, CA

Geyserville, CAGovDeals

13d 6h

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