Auction ended · final winning bid
$2,150after 14 bids
12% above the $1,920 median of 10 similar government sales (most went for $1,461 to $2,578).
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1988 Ford C8000 Pumper Fire Truck
This lot sold for $2,150 at government auction in Winterset, IA on September 29, 2026, after 14 bids.
Moderate damage flagged
Current bid:
$2,150
14 bids (no reserve)
Time Left
Ends Sep 29, 2026
Market demand: Vehicles in Iowa sell about 92% of the time, typically ~29 bids. Based on 789 completed sales over the last year.
Similar vehicles sold for
$1,461 – $2,578
Median $1,920 · based on 10 past government auctions in the last 12 months.
$2,150 is 12% above the median.
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Tri County Equipment - Birch Run
Condition: Used — sold as-is
Full Description
1988 Ford C8000 pumper fire truck Miles: 34,052 on odometer VIN: 1FDYD80U4JVA39019 Engine Caterpillar 3208 Serial: 02Z45109 Displacement: 10.4L Cylinders: 8 Fuel type: Diesel HP: 165 Transmission Automatic Chassis Axles: Single Suspension: Spring Brakes: Air GVWR: 35,000 lbs Wheelbase: 175" Interior Heat Auxiliary controls Features Fire truck body Elevated deck gun 1,250 gpm Tank Capacity: 1,000 gallons Pump 1,250 gpm Ground ladder Generator Cummins Onan Commercial HG PA/ siren controls Ladder lengths: 24' 14' 10' Hydraulic generator Waterous CM Company pump Serial: 14230W Capacity: 1250 gpm Tires Size: 12R22.5 Notes Engine issues, coolant leak Iowa title Seller is a government entity who will be assigning and distributing the title. Please contact the seller for distribution questions. Title distribution may be delayed up to 14 days from verification of funds.
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Tri County Equipment - Birch Run
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