How to Buy a Car or Boat at State and Local Government Surplus Auctions

The U.S.Government auctions off surplus property at State and Local Government auctions.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer
• Internet

1. Items for sale may include: Cars, boats, tools, trailers, computers, office furniture.

2. Log onto http://www.usa.gov/shopping/shopping.shtml

3. Then click on "State and Local Surplus Property Sales"

4. Locate the State you are interested in and click one of the links below that State.

5. You will now see specific information for that State on public auctions and what property is available.

Tips & Warnings

• Some States allow for sealed bids so that you do not have to actually attend the auction

[ramblin62]

on 11/19/2009 Great information to have. Thanks!