Government Surplus Vehicles in Iowa
Government fleet vehicles - cars, trucks, SUVs, and buses - are auctioned by federal, state, and local agencies at a fraction of retail value, typically with 60,000–120,000 miles and regular maintenance records.
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2018 Chevrolet Impala
Ames, IA · 41 bids
Bus 64 - 2002 Freightliner FS65 / Thomas School Bus – Cummins Diesel – Wheelchair Lift – Runs & Drives
Pleasant Hill, IA · 24 bids
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
West Des Moines, IA · 20 bids
1999 John Deere Gator Utility Vehicle
Jefferson, IA · 20 bids
2011 Argo 750 HDi
Arnolds Park, IA · 17 bids
2010 Blue Bird All American School Bus
Jefferson, IA · 17 bids
Gator 4 x 2
West Des Moines, IA · 16 bids
2013 Bluebird School Bus
Jefferson, IA · 16 bids
Bus 28 - 1999 Freightliner FS65 / Blue Bird School Bus – Cummins Diesel – Runs & Drives
Pleasant Hill, IA · 15 bids
2021 RAM 1500
West Des Moines, IA · 15 bids
Bus 29 - 2006 Freightliner C2 / Thomas School Bus – Mercedes Diesel – Runs & Drives
Pleasant Hill, IA · 13 bids
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Dump Bed Pickup Truck
Dallas Center, IA · 13 bids
46 active vehicles auctions in Iowa right now.Last updated: 2026-07-17
Market demand: vehicles in Iowa sell about 92% of the time, typically ~23 bids, from 343 completed sales over the last year.
Browse government vehicles auctions in Iowa from federal, state, and local agencies in IA. Every lot is sold directly by the government agency that owns it - you bid on the original platform.
What Vehicles Sell For in Iowa
Median winning bids from 194 completed vehicles sales in Iowa, by item.
| Item | Median | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| box truck | $4,095 | 50 |
| Freightliner | $3,013 | 20 |
| Ford Explorer | $7,313 | 16 |
| Chevrolet Silverado | $9,076 | 15 |
| dump truck | $3,826 | 14 |
| school bus | $1,894 | 14 |
Based on recent completed government auction sales in Iowa. Click any item for its full price history and recent sold examples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find government surplus vehicles auctions in Iowa?
- Government surplus vehicles in Iowa are sold through official platforms like GSA Auctions (federal surplus) and other state and local agency auctions. GovAuctions aggregates Iowa vehicles listings into one free, searchable feed.
- Are government vehicles auctions in Iowa open to the public?
- Yes. Government surplus auctions in Iowa are open to the public. Anyone can register and bid on vehicles through official platforms like GSA Auctions. No special license is required for most items.
- How do I bid on surplus vehicles in Iowa?
- Browse listings on GovAuctions, click through to the original auction platform, register for a free account, and place your bid. Items are sold directly by government agencies in IA - no middleman fees or bid packs required.