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2015 FORD EXPLORER

PublicSurplusVehicles📍Chicago, IL
GovAuctions Summary

A 2015 Ford Explorer SUV with a 3.7L V6, rated unknown condition, with a note that it may start only with a jump. The listing calls for front struts, an engine mount, a front sway bar link, upholstery, and airbag light repair, so mechanics and parts sellers are the likely buyers. Get the airbag fault read, since the warning light is on, and confirm the payment and pickup windows, which are tight at 3 and 5 business days.

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

Current bid:

$300

Time Left

1d 15h

Ends Oct 24, 2026

Current bid
$300
Buyer's premium (est. ~7%)
$21
Sales tax (est. 6.3%)
$20

Premium estimated at this bid (0-10% on this source; confirm on the listing) - sales tax is an estimate. Pickup/removal costs are not included.

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The vehicle

Condition

  • Photo check: The driver-side rear door and quarter panel show a visible dent/crease, while the vehicle otherwise appears complete and drivable

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

Market demand: Vehicles in Illinois sell about 93% of the time, typically ~20 bids. Based on 1,032 completed sales over the last year.

GovAuctions Summary

A 2015 Ford Explorer SUV with a 3.7L V6, rated unknown condition, with a note that it may start only with a jump. The listing calls for front struts, an engine mount, a front sway bar link, upholstery, and airbag light repair, so mechanics and parts sellers are the likely buyers. Get the airbag fault read, since the warning light is on, and confirm the payment and pickup windows, which are tight at 3 and 5 business days.

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

Seller

City of Chicago

Condition: As-is

Pickup / shipping information

Chicago, IL 60617

City of Chicago

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: 2015 Make: Ford Model: Explorer Mileage: 123,595 VIN: 1FM5K8AR3FGA22081 Running Condition: MAY START WITH A JUMP Engine: 3.7 Li 6V Transmission: 6 Automatic Condition: UNKNOWN **IMPORTANT PAYMENT CHANGES: Payments must be made within 3 business days of auction close. Buyers have 5 business days to complete pickup. WINNING BIDDER: Please complete the Online Auction Affidavit and present it to the auction staff: Online Auction Affidavit NOTE: NEEDS REPLACEMENT FRONT STRUTS, ENGINE MOUNT, FRONT SWAY BAR LINK AND UPHOLSTERY; AIR BAG LIGHT ON; DINGS, DENTS, SCRAPES, AND SCRATCHES. Other unidentified issues may be present; May be missing unidentified parts. **IMPORTANT***Appointments are required for access to the Salvage Yard located at 10101 S. Stony Island, for site visits, drop-off of documents and pick-up/removal of equipment and materials. Please email the contact listed on the auction to schedule your appointment. IMPORTANT PAYMENT CHANGES - PLEASE READ! Payments made by Cashier's Check, Money Orders or Money grams will no longer be accepted at the Salvage Yard or by mail in 2019. All Auctions with end dates of January 15, 2019 (or later) will be subject to this change. Payments must be made either by credit card through this website or by cash, Cashier's Check, Money Order, Money gram or credit card at one of the following four Revenue Payment Center locations : Payment Centers - 4770 South Kedzie - 4445 North Pulaski - 2006 East 95th Street 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. (M-F) City Hall 121 North LaSalle, Room 107A 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. (M-F) You must provide your Payment Center Receipt along with your Public Surplus Winning Bidder Notification and signed Affidavit at time of equipment pick-up. IMPORTANT: Third (3rd) party payments are not accepted on any auctions. The winning bidder MUST make payment (please read the linked Terms and Conditions). Third party payment may result in default of the bidder/auction. Bidder must furnish the labor and equipment to remove all auction items (see Terms and Conditions). Winning bidders must possess a valid Driver's License to remove any vehicle from the Salvage Yard or provide written authorization for a third party with a valid Driver's License to remove the vehicle. The information listed above is all the information that is available to us on the item(s) for sale. We encourage all interested parties to view the items before bidding, as specified in our terms and conditions. Equipment Inspection: Salvage Operations 10101 South Stony Island Avenue Monday through Friday, 8a-3p CST Closed Saturday, Sunday & Holidays

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