Surplus Automotive Public Auctions

All vehicles may be inspected on the morning of the auction from 7:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. Auctions start promptly at 9:00 a.m.

Fleet Rule for Public Agencies and Utilities - Vehicle Retirement

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Surplus Automotive Public Auction Details

Schedule of Upcoming Auctions
The next Surplus Automotive Auction date is scheduled for Wednesday, March 14, 2012.

Dates are tentative and are subject to change

List of Items for Auction
List of Items for Auction

Items with a status of "Ready" versus "Not Ready" are more likely to be available for bid in the current auction. Visit this site a week to a couple of days before every auction for an accurate list.

Note: A list of the 'Firing Order' (list of vehicles to be auctioned, and the order in which they will be sold) will be linked here a few days before the live auction. The list will be available as a PDF document that can be printed and brought to the auction for your use.
Terms and Conditions
Full Terms and Conditions of Sale (PDF)

All vehicles and lot items are sold “as is” and all sales are final.

Bidder and Payment Information
Bidding begins by filling out and submitting a Bidder Data Sheet (available in the Auction Cashiering office) on the day of the auction to register and obtain a bidder paddle. A Bidder Data Sheet must be filled out for every auction. Note: New bidders (or those who have not obtained a bidder paddle in a while) will need to show photo identification to register for a bidder paddle.

VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover, Cashier's or Certified Checks, and Money Orders are the only accepted forms of payment. No cash or personal checks accepted.
Public Information: Results of Last Auction

Public Auctions of state surplus vehicles and mobile equipment are held at the Davis Auction Yard | 5950 Chiles Road, Davis, CA 95618 | driving directions (located behind the CalFire Equipment facility) | Office: 530.757.6832 | Fax: 530.757.1064 | Contact: Mike Benton | Email: Mike.Benton@dgs.ca.gov or the Vehicle Auction Manager: Bob Turk | Email: Bob.Turk@dgs.ca.gov  | Cell: 916.825.9713