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2005 Thomas Freightliner Fs 65 Chassis School Bus

Purple WaveVehicles📍Ellis, KS
GovAuctions Summary

A 2005 Freightliner school bus chassis with 216,583 miles, Caterpillar C7 Acert diesel, seating for 31, and air brakes. Targets alternative-use operators - charter, mobility, or tiny-home builders. Verify the engine exhaust temperature sensor is not logged as failed (common on C7 Acerts), and confirm air-brake compressor cycling is normal before placing a bid.

Estimated flip margin and comp range available with Pro. Summary may occasionally contain inaccuracies; check the full description before bidding.

Current bid:

$1,800

12 bids (no reserve)

Time Left

14h 15m

Ends Oct 27, 2026

Current bid
$1,800
Sales tax (est. 6.5%)
$117

Buyer's premium is set per sale and not included; the listing states the rate - sales tax is an estimate. Pickup/removal costs are not included.

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Bid history

since Sep 25

$0+$1,800$1,800
Pre-bid checklist3/12

The vehicle

Condition

From the seller's description. Not a guarantee of condition.

Market demand: Vehicles in Kansas sell about 93% of the time, typically ~21 bids. Based on 214 completed sales over the last year.

GovAuctions Summary

A 2005 Freightliner school bus chassis with 216,583 miles, Caterpillar C7 Acert diesel, seating for 31, and air brakes. Targets alternative-use operators - charter, mobility, or tiny-home builders. Verify the engine exhaust temperature sensor is not logged as failed (common on C7 Acerts), and confirm air-brake compressor cycling is normal before placing a bid.

Estimated flip margin and comp range available with Pro. Summary may occasionally contain inaccuracies; check the full description before bidding.

Seller

RICH BAKER FARMS LLC

Private seller (not a government agency), listed on a platform we index for its fleet and equipment.

Condition: Used — sold as-is

Pickup / shipping information

Ellis, KS 67637

RICH BAKER FARMS LLC

Sold as-is. Unless the description says otherwise, you arrange and pay for pickup or transport yourself.

Full Description

2005 Thomas Freightliner Fs 65 Chassis School bus Miles: 216,583 on odometer VIN: 4UZAAWDC55CN56508 Engine Caterpillar C7 Acert Displacement: 7.2L Cylinders: 6 Fuel type: Diesel Transmission Automatic Chassis Axles: Single Suspension: Spring Brakes: Air GVWR: 25,500 lbs Interior Heat Passengers: 31 Tires Size: 11R22.5 Kansas title Title distribution may be delayed up to 14 days from verification of funds.

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