Purple Wave Auctions in Iowa (2026)
35 active Purple Wave listings in Iowa right now.
Purple Wave is a no-reserve online auction marketplace strong in the Midwest and Plains, and a major outlet for government surplus from cities, counties, state DOTs, school districts, and municipal road/fire departments. We list only its government-consigned lots - fleet pickups and vehicles, construction and ag equipment, trailers, and shop tools - filtered out of its broader mix of private contractor and farm consignments. Each lot is a timed auction with pickup at the selling agency. This page tracks its live listings in Iowa (IA); every one links back to bid on purplewave.com.Last updated: 2026-07-17
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1999 John Deere Gator Utility Vehicle
Jefferson, IA · 20 bids
2010 Blue Bird All American School Bus
Jefferson, IA · 17 bids
2013 Bluebird School Bus
Jefferson, IA · 16 bids
Dixie Chopper X Caliber ZTR Lawn Mower
Jefferson, IA · 15 bids
(7) Wrestling Mats
Waukee, IA · 14 bids
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Dump Bed Pickup Truck
Dallas Center, IA · 13 bids
Dixie Chopper XT33 ZTR Lawn Mower
Jefferson, IA · 11 bids
2009 H&H TC 16 2 Enclosed Cargo Trailer
Tipton, IA · 10 bids
2007 Roadmaster RME820TA35 Enclosed Cargo Trailer
Clarence, IA · 10 bids
2016 IC PB10500 School Bus
Jefferson, IA · 8 bids
Lazer Line Striper Paint Stripper
Jefferson, IA · 7 bids
(4) Bose Speakers
Dallas Center, IA · 6 bids
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Purple Wave listings are there in Iowa?
- There are 35 active Purple Wave listings in Iowa right now. The count refreshes daily from purplewave.com.
- Is Purple Wave legit?
- Yes. Purple Wave (purplewave.com) is the official platform for government fleet, equipment, and vehicle surplus. Purple Wave is a no-reserve online auction marketplace strong in the Midwest and Plains, and a major outlet for government surplus from cities, counties, state DOTs, school districts, and municipal road/fire departments. We list only its government-consigned lots - fleet pickups and vehicles, construction and ag equipment, trailers, and shop tools - filtered out of its broader mix of private contractor and farm consignments. Each lot is a timed auction with pickup at the selling agency. GovAuctions indexes Purple Wave listings into one searchable feed - bidding happens on purplewave.com.
- Does Purple Wave charge a buyer's premium?
- Capped internet buyer's fee (set per lot). Always confirm the exact premium on the listing itself, since some sellers set their own.
- Can I buy Purple Wave Iowa items if I don't live in Iowa?
- Yes - most Purple Wave listings are open to bidders nationwide. The catch is pickup: most items must be picked up in person at the seller's location in Iowa, typically within 5-10 business days. Plan for shipping/freight if you can't pick up locally.