GovAuctions

Ohio Purple Wave Listings (2026)

27 active Purple Wave listings in Ohio right now.

Want every Ohio auction, not just Purple Wave? Ohio government & state surplus auctions covers all platforms at once.

Purple Wave is a no-reserve online auction marketplace strong in the Midwest and Plains, and a major outlet for government surplus from cities, counties, state DOTs, school districts, and municipal road/fire departments. We list only its government-consigned lots - fleet pickups and vehicles, construction and ag equipment, trailers, and shop tools - filtered out of its broader mix of private contractor and farm consignments. Each lot is a timed auction with pickup at the selling agency. This page tracks its live listings in Ohio (OH); every one links back to bid on purplewave.com.Last updated: 2026-11-02

Search all 27 Purple Wave listings in Ohio

Purple Wave Ohio Auctions by Category

What Surplus Actually Sells For in Ohio

Median winning bids from 5,958 completed Ohio auction sales in the last year, by item - across every platform we track, not Purple Wave alone.

ItemMedianSales
Ford Explorer$2,325248
Dodge Charger$2,725219
Trailer$919214
Ford Fusion$4,698198
Dodge Charger Pursuit$3,827179
Printer$42177

Based on recent completed government auction sales in Ohio. Click any item for its full price history and recent sold examples.

Source: the GovAuctions Surplus Price Index. Free to cite with attribution.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Purple Wave listings are there in Ohio?
There are 27 active Purple Wave listings in Ohio right now. The count refreshes with new listings every 30 minutes from purplewave.com.
Is Purple Wave legit?
Yes. Purple Wave (purplewave.com) is the official platform for government fleet, equipment, and vehicle surplus. Purple Wave is a no-reserve online auction marketplace strong in the Midwest and Plains, and a major outlet for government surplus from cities, counties, state DOTs, school districts, and municipal road/fire departments. We list only its government-consigned lots - fleet pickups and vehicles, construction and ag equipment, trailers, and shop tools - filtered out of its broader mix of private contractor and farm consignments. Each lot is a timed auction with pickup at the selling agency. GovAuctions indexes Purple Wave listings into one searchable feed - bidding happens on purplewave.com.
Does Purple Wave charge a buyer's premium?
Capped internet buyer's fee (set per lot). Always confirm the exact premium on the listing itself, since some sellers set their own.
Can I buy Purple Wave Ohio items if I don't live in Ohio?
Yes - most Purple Wave listings are open to bidders nationwide. The catch is pickup: most items must be picked up in person at the seller's location in Ohio, typically within 5-10 business days. Plan for shipping/freight if you can't pick up locally.