Auction ended · final winning bid
$2,800after 13 bids
20% below the $3,497 median of 16 similar government sales (most went for $2,248 to $5,277).
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2012 Thomas Built School Bus
This lot sold for $2,800 at government auction in Bettendorf, IA on September 29, 2026, after 13 bids.
Moderate damage flagged
Current bid:
$2,800
13 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 846 completed sales over the last year.
Similar vehicles sold for
$2,248 – $5,277
Median $3,497 · based on 16 past government auctions in the last 12 months.
$2,800 is 20% below the median.
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Bettendorf Community School District - Transportation
Condition: Used — sold as-is
Full Description
2012 Thomas Built school bus Miles: 79,557 on odometer Hours: 6,567 on meter VIN: 1T88U4E27C1147129 Unit #: 11 Engine Cummins Cylinders: 6 Fuel type: Diesel Transmission Allison Automatic Chassis Axles: Single Suspension: Air Brakes: Air GVWR: 35,350 lbs Interior Heat Heated mirrors Cruise control Passengers: 84 Tires Size: 11R22.5 Notes Windshield chipped or cracked 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.
Pickup information
Bettendorf Community School District - Transportation
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