How much does a surplus vehicle sell for at government auction?

Across 1,726 completed Canada government auctions in the last 12 months, the median vehicle sold for $4,468, with most closing between $1,025 and $10,530. Final prices vary with item type, condition, age, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus vehicle?

Government agencies sell surplus vehicle through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live vehicle listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Vehicle: what it sells for at government auction

Name: Vehicle median final sale prices — Canada government auction
Creator: GovAuctions

The median vehicle lot sold for $4,468 across 1,726 completed Canada government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $1,025 and $10,530.

Median sale

$4,468

Typical range

$1,025–$10,530

Completed lots

1,726

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Median sale price by month

2026-08

$3,450

2026-07

$4,633

2026-06

$4,420

Recent sold vehicle examples

2015 Ford F-150 VIN:1FTEX1EP1FKE11918 (P)$4,550
Sold Aug 8, 2026 · BRITISH COLUMBIA
FORD F350 (Located in Peace River)$2,500
Sold Aug 8, 2026 · ALBERTA
Set of 4 Yokohama AVID S33 Tires$100
Sold Aug 7, 2026 · SASKATCHEWAN
2012 Ford Escape$5,000
Sold Aug 7, 2026 · ONTARIO
2015 Ford F-350 SD$12,200
Sold Aug 7, 2026 · ONTARIO
2022 Lexus IS 300 - Accidented$17,000
Sold Aug 7, 2026 · ONTARIO

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Vehicle sold prices by state

Ontario$4,475 (676)British Columbia$5,200 (351)Alberta$1,950 (180)Quebec$4,680 (156)Manitoba$4,160 (79)Saskatchewan$3,705 (77)Nova Scotia$6,630 (73)New Brunswick$8,905 (60)Newfoundland And Labrador$5,200 (35)Yukon$4,356 (25)Northwest Territories$1,950 (8)Prince Edward Island$452 (6)

Other vehicles sold prices

Box truck $6,733 Trailer $1,514 Ford F-150 $10,205 Chevrolet Silverado $4,050 Dodge Caravan $8,681 Ford Transit $19,890 Ford F-350 $29,640 Ford F-250 $6,956 Chevrolet Express $2,879 Ford Escape $4,407

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus vehicle sell for at government auction?: Across 1,726 completed Canada government auctions in the last 12 months, the median vehicle sold for $4,468, with most closing between $1,025 and $10,530. Final prices vary with item type, condition, age, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus vehicle?: Government agencies sell surplus vehicle through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live vehicle listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on vehicle lots that closed on official Canada government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, pooled across every vehicle lot in the category. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.