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2012 Ford Explorer - 4071

PublicSurplusVehicles📍Ventura, CA
GovAuctions Summary

A 2012 Ford Explorer, 225k miles, runs and drives with minor cosmetic wear but non-functional heating system. Sells to used-car wholesalers and DIY buyers doing resale or light refurbishment. The heater failure is the main defect; confirm whether it is a simple blend-door actuator or requires dash-out work before bidding.

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

Current bid:

$550

1 bid

Time Left

15h 44m

Ends Oct 6, 2026

Bid history

since Sep 30

$500+$50 (+10%)$550

Market demand: Vehicles in California sell about 88% of the time, typically ~17 bids. Based on 2,802 completed sales over the last year.

GovAuctions Summary

A 2012 Ford Explorer, 225k miles, runs and drives with minor cosmetic wear but non-functional heating system. Sells to used-car wholesalers and DIY buyers doing resale or light refurbishment. The heater failure is the main defect; confirm whether it is a simple blend-door actuator or requires dash-out work before bidding.

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

Seller

County of Ventura

Condition: As-is

Pickup / shipping information

Ventura, CA 93009

County of Ventura

Pickup within 10 business days
Contact seller through Public Surplus for pickup details.
Sold as-is. Unless the description says otherwise, you arrange and pay for pickup or transport yourself.

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Full Description

Year: 2012 Make: Ford Model: Explorer Mileage: 225,026 VIN: 1FMHK8B81CGA45180 Running Condition: Runs and Drives Engine: 3.5 Li 6V Transmission: 6 speed automatic Tires: Goodyear Condition: SEE DESCRIPTION See all photos and video; typical wear and tear on the vehicle, some minor scratches, dings, and paint chips around the vehicle. Comes with 1 key and 1 remote; AWD; heater does not blow warm air. A Buyers Premium of 10.5% will be added to the final sale price with a $1 minimum charge per auction for payment collections. PICK-UP: Winning bidder must pick up the vehicle within 10 days of the close of the auction. NO EXCEPTIONS. Thank you Vehicle service records are NOT available. As a condition of sale, purchaser acknowledges that vehicles service records will not be provided prior to auction or be distributed after auction. The vehicle may require VIN verification from DMV. NO PHONE CALLS. All questions will only be answered by clicking on view/ask a question (upper right side of this page). TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE, MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AT 805-645-1311. THANK YOU NO ONE IS ALLOWED ON-SITE WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT **PLEASE NOTE: STAFF WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE TO ASSIST BUYERS WITH THE LOADING OR REMOVAL OF VEHICLES, EQUIPMENT, OR ITEMS.** Successful bidder will be responsible to provide all labor and equipment needed to safely remove. Vehicle Sales: The "County of Ventura" does not warrant the conformity of vehicles to the requirements of the California Vehicle Code. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 24007.5 notice is given that all buyers of vehicles must obtain a certificate of compliance for smog control devices prior to registration. The document certifies the vehicle complies with applicable Health and Safety Code requirements. Purchases by dealers and vehicles sold for dismantling or for exclusive off-highway use are exempt from this requirement. SALES TAX, if applicable, is to be paid to DMV when registering the vehicle.

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