Auction ended · final winning bid
$12,500after 33 bids
144% above the $5,121 median of 5 similar government sales (most went for $4,372 to $5,745).
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2017 Thomas Built School Bus
This lot sold for $12,500 at government auction in Bettendorf, IA on September 29, 2026, after 33 bids.
Moderate damage flagged
Current bid:
$12,500
33 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
$4,372 – $5,745
Median $5,121 · based on 5 past government auctions in the last 12 months.
$12,500 is 144% above the median.
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Bettendorf Community School District
Condition: Used — sold as-is
Full Description
2017 Thomas Built school bus Miles: 89,241 on odometer Hours: 8,090 on meter VIN: 1T88Y9D29H1115874 Unit #: 12 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 Electric passenger sliding door Tires Size: 11R22.5 Notes Dash warning indicator: Check engine, ABS 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
973 school bus lots sold at government auctions in the past year. School bus government auction prices
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