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1975 Caterpillar Model V508 4850lb Forklift
$1,000
Current Bid
What this bid actually costs
- Current bid
- $1,000
- Buyer's premium (12.5%)
- $125
- Sales tax (est. 6.6%)
- $74
- Est. all-in
- $1,199
Premium is this listing's published rate; tax is an estimate from the state's combined average. Pickup and title fees not included.
Market demand
Tools & Industrial in New Jersey sold in 71% of closed auctions this past year, with a median of 14 bids per lot.
From 184 completed sales in our archive.
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Item: 1975 Caterpillar Model V508 4850lb Forklift Pickup: Wall, NJ 07719 Removal deadline: Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Loading help on site: please advise (assume none) Please quote pickup, any packing or crating, and transport.
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BidProwl Summary
1975 Caterpillar V508 4850lb forklift with 4,000 miles, runs and drives with boost but engine needs repair due to fuel pump losing prime. Buyers target these for parts harvesting, engine rebuild projects, or fleet operators willing to invest in mechanical restoration. Before bidding verify the fuel pump issue isn't symptomatic of deeper fuel system or block damage, inspect the manual transmission for grinding or slippage, and confirm the drivetrain actually engages both wheels under load.
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Condition note: Fuel pump loses prime, engine needs repair
Description from GovDeals
1975 Caterpillar Forklift Model V508 4850lb Odometer 4,000 Miles Starts with a boost runs and drivable. Engine needs repair-Fuel pump loses prime but starts and drives. Vehicle is maintained every 90 days and has been removed from service 1/30/26. Manual Transmission/Operable 2 wheel drivetrain. Exterior Yellow with minor scratches and dings. No cracks in class and no decals. Interior is Vinyl.
What do Caterpillar Equipment lots actually sell for?
Dozers, loaders, and excavators from county fleets; serial-number year and undercarriage wear drive the spread more than hours alone. See real Caterpillar Equipment hammer prices from the last 12 months, or narrow it to what they go for in New Jersey.
Pickup information
Wall, NJ 07719
Open in Google MapsSouth Monmouth Regional Sewerage Authority, NJ
Condition: Salvage/Damaged
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Inspection terms▾
Most items offered for sale are used and may contain defects not immediately detectable. Bidders may inspect the property prior to bidding.
Removal terms▾
Removal is by Appointment Only and all items must be removed within ten (10) business days from the time and date of issuance of the Buyer’s Certificate. Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Purchases will be released only upon receipt of payment as specified. Successful bidders are responsible for all loading and removal of any and all property awarded to them. No Assistance will be provided. A daily storage fee of $10.00 may be charged for any item not removed within the 10 business days allowed and stated on the Buyer’s Certificate. Vehicle Titles will be issued at the time of removal.
