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since Jul 24$270+$4,224 (+1565%)$4,494
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Vehicles in Maryland sold in 41% of closed auctions this past year, with a median of 30 bids per lot.
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Item: 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4WD Pickup: Laurel, MD 20724 Removal deadline: We ask that you pick up within 7 days of auction close. Loading help on site: please advise (assume none) Please quote pickup, any packing or crating, and transport.
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BidProwl Summary
2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4WD with clear title, starts with a jump, moves forward and reverse, AC blows cold, and working power windows, locks, and radio, though true mechanical condition is unknown. Lot buyers and parts recyclers target these for resale to second-hand markets or for drivetrain and component harvesting given the model's broad parts compatibility. Inspect the entire undercarriage and engine bay in person before bidding since the listing explicitly states this is a government surplus vehicle in unknown mechanical condition with potential cosmetic and structural damage not documented.
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Condition note: Salvage/Damaged, unknown mechanical condition, needs jump st
Description from GovDeals
2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac SPORT UTILITY 4-DR, 4.0L V6 SOHC 12V FFV.
Title status of vehicle: CLEAR
Does vehicle come with a key? Yes
Does this vehicle start? Yes
If vehicle starts, does battery require a jump? Yes this vehicle requires a jump.
Does the vehicle move in forward and reverse? Yes
Does air conditioning blow? Yes
Does air conditioning blow COLD? Yes
Other comments on this vehicle (locks, windows, radio, etc): The power windows, locks, and radio work in this vehicle. The vehicle started with a jump. View photos and video for more details. True mechanical conditions are UNKNOWN.
What date did we test this vehicle? 7-23-26
All available information about this vehicle is on this page. We know nothing more about it. If you need more information, please call to set an appointment to come inspect prior to bidding. This page does not include a comprehensive list of vehicle defects. This is a used government vehicle sold as is where is in unknown mechanical condition. There may be cosmetic damage. Vehicle may need repairs. We only test vehicles to see if they will start and move in forward and reverse. We also test air conditioning, locks, windows, and radio whenever we can.
All vehicles are sold as is where is with no guarantees or warranties. All sales are final once vehicle leaves our facility.
What do Ford Explorer lots actually sell for?
Mostly retired Police Interceptor Utility units; civilian trims are the minority in government surplus. See real Ford Explorer hammer prices from the last 12 months, or narrow it to what they go for in Maryland.
Pickup information
Laurel, MD 20724
Open in Google MapsDistrict of Columbia Government, DC
Condition: Salvage/Damaged
Inspection terms▾
Inspection is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY weekdays from 830am-230pm. Must call DONALD JACKSON at 202-409-0209 or Ryan Lewis 1-771-200-7182.
Removal terms▾
Pick up is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY weekdays between 10AM and 2PM. We ask that you pick up within 7 days of auction close. Bidder is responsible for all loading and removal. No loading assistance available. No shipping available. If you need loading or shipping, please contact a local pack and ship company. We cannot recommend any specific companies. If sending a family member, friend, or other representative to pick up for you, that person MUST bring the following: 1: copy of buyer's driver license 2: signed note (or emailed note) from buyer giving permission to pick up 3: buyer certificate (sent to buyer when auction closes). Buyer may also email us the above documents. Send to surplus-property@dc.gov All items are sold as is where is with no guarantees or warranties. All sales are final once items leave our facility.
