Sacramento County government truck auctions have become a hidden gem for discount pickup trucks. One of the reasons few people target Sacramento County when looking for government truck auctions is because the number of trucks available at each auction is slightly smaller than other auctions. While this does mean you have fewer options to choose from, the average price of each truck is actually lower. This is because there are fewer competing bidders. The key to coming away happy is knowing what to expect.
Higher Mileage than Cars
One of the most important thing to keep in mind when you attend a government auction in Sacramento County or anyone else is trucks are typically sold with higher mileage than cars. This is because trucks are well-known for having usable lifespans well over 350,000 miles. On the other hand, most people think cars are only good for about 200,000 miles. In order to get the best deals at Sacramento County government truck auctions it is essential to put less emphasis on the mileage than you would if you are purchasing a car.
Focus on the Use
A majority of Sacramento County government auctions will tell you what department the vehicle came from. When purchasing a truck this is an incredibly important piece of information. For example, trucks used by the forestry service or transportation service likely were used for towing and hauling much more often than other departments. In this instance, it would be much better to get a higher mileage truck from another department because there will be less overall wear and tire on the engine.
Expect Domestic Manufacturers
An important side note is a majority of the discount pickup trucks at Sacramento County government truck auctions will be from domestic manufacturers. This is less of an issue for truck buyers then car buyers because most of the popular and reliable trucks are domestically produced. In Sacramento County the most commonly purchased truck is the Ford F350 Super Duty. As a result, many of the trucks available a government surplus auctions in this area will be Ford F350s.
Examples of Discount Pickup Trucks Available at Sacramento County Government Auctions
2006 Ford F350 Super Duty
At a recent government auction this 2006 Ford F350 Super Duty truck was sold for $17,000. The estimated local market value was nearly $47,000. This truck had only normal wear and tear and 120,000 miles. It featured a 6.0 liter V8 engine with rear wheel drive and diesel engine.
2008 Ford F350 Super Duty
This truck had an estimated local market value of $26,000; however the winning bidder paid only $12,000. It had 150,000 miles on it. This truck featured a 6.4 liter V8 diesel engine. It had all-wheel drive and crew cab.
