State of Illinois Online Auction

PC163940 - 2006 Ford E-Series Van with a 5.4L V8 SOHC 16V Engine

CMS Statewide Vehicle & Equipment Auctions

DESCRIPTION

Mechanical Condition: Engine started, engine knocking loudly. Shifted fine.   May need replacement or major repair. No unusual odors or smoke from engine were noted. Vehicle may or may not have a battery.

Exterior: Paint is in overall fair condition, with peeling and fading. Normal dents, dings and scratches as consistent with vehicle age, mileage and use. Rust appears on several areas around the vehicle. May or may not have undercarriage rust damage. Decal and sticker remnants may remain on paint. Other small paint flaking and some surface rust may be present. No other major damage was noticed on walk around. There may be holes from removal of communication antennas and equipment on roof and trunk lid.


 Interior: May need cleaned with possible holes from removal of communication equipment, some may not be noticeable. Front and rear seats appear good with no large or visible rips or holes.AM/FM radio works - cassette player not tested.  Heater and A/C may or may not work properly.  Wipers and signals tested ok. Mirrors are intact. All glass appeared ok.

  

Tires: Some weathering was noted on walk around. Tires are in fair condition overall. Wheels/Covers have rust and other normal dents/scratches/dings consistent with age of vehicle.

Mileage:  193745

Miscellaneous / Notes:

This unit is a retired government vehicle and perception of the overall condition of the vehicle should be based on that knowledge.

There may be some holes on exterior and interior where equipment has been removed or where decals/markings have been removed.

All options may not work. Small dents scratches may not appear in pictures. Condition of brakes, steering and suspension are not examined and therefore are unknown. A low speed lot test (If conducted) consists of a visual walk around, attempting to start the unit, driving under 15 MPH for a short period testing the engine and running gear. Brakes are only tested for stopping at low speeds. Cars that start on their own when tested may not start after sale and may need a jump start. Condition of batteries are always unknown.

Vehicle may be picked up at CMS State Surplus Warehouse, 1924 South 10 ½ Street, Springfield, IL.

Pickup times are Monday through Friday from 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., except State Holidays.

Contact person is Tom Whitehead - work 217/524-8812, email: thomas.whitehead@illinois.gov

Terms and Conditions of iBid Vehicle Sales

• All vehicles are offered for sale - "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" - with no warranties or guarantees offered, implied or expressed, as to its fitness for any use or purpose. No vehicle is to be considered road worthy.
• Every effort will be made to accurately describe the vehicles offered for sale. However, the bidder is cautioned that the presented vehicles are used and may contain defects not immediately detectable. Also expect that pictures generally enhance a vehicle and may not show all imperfections, damage or even accurate colors.
• Vehicles will not be available for public inspection prior to bidding.  However, inspection terms may be offered at the sole discretion of the iBid administrator, and may be changed at any time without prior notice.
• ALL SALES ARE FINAL! There are no refunds or exchanges.
• The State of Illinois cannot provide security for purchased vehicles.  Once a sale is complete, the buyer assumes all responsibility for the purchased vehicles.  Removal of vehicles must be completed within the specified pick-up dates/times.
• There is absolutely no “salvage” of vehicles on State-owned property. Dismantling, cutting, or crushing of any vehicle will not be allowed.  However, any vehicle that must be downsized, by unbolting any attached equipment, to make it legal for transportation purposes will be allowed.
• The State of Illinois does not allow purchasers to make repairs or to adjust vehicles on State property, with the exception of minor repairs needed to make the vehicle functional for removal from the premises after purchase.  Minor repairs may include checking fluid levels, jumping or replacing batteries, belts/hoses replacement, tire repair/replacement, lighting, and wiper blades.
• The State cannot and will not provide the buyer any tools, materials, or State employee for any repairs needed to remove the vehicles from State property.  There is no access to fuel or materials of any kind at the sale site where vehicle was purchased.
• The State of Illinois cannot and will not load any vehicles on private or for-hire trucks or trailers due to liability issues.  All loading and securing of vehicles purchased from the State of Illinois is the sole responsibility of the purchaser or their agents.
• A Junk Title or "Junk Certificate" cannot be re-issued as a valid title, once a junk certificate is issued that vehicle is no longer considered a viable road worthy vehicle. Please be aware of the title status and what these mean BEFORE placing a bid. No refunds will be made for a junk title after sale.
• A Salvage Title or "Salvage Certificate" vehicle cannot be sold to any buyer that is not a Illinois licensed rebuilder. Please be aware of the title status and what these mean BEFORE placing a bid.
• Although every reasonable effort has been made to insure the accuracy of the information contained on this listing and web site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied.

Bidders who refuse to comply with these terms may be suspended from future auctions and/or charged fees listed within iBid general rules.

Instructions for picking up vehicles:

For vehicles that are 10 model years or older (these vehicles do not fall under the Federal Truth in Mileage Act), the Certificate of Title may be mailed to the successful bidder as long as the “Assignment of Title” portion on the face of the Certificate of Title is properly completed and the “Signature of Seller(s)” and “Printed Name of Seller(s)” portions are also completed.  

For those vehicles that are newer than 10 model years (these vehicles must comply with the Federal Truth in Mileage Act), the Certificate of Title must be properly assigned to the buyer, signed by the Seller along with the printed name of the Seller, the current mileage of the vehicle  indicated in the “Odometer Reading” section, and signed by the Buyer along with the printed name of the Buyer at the time of sale or delivery(or their appointed agent with a properly completed Secure Power of Attorney). Please use this link to the P.O.A. form.

http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/publications/pdf_publications/rt5.pdf

Pickup will only be after payment has been secured thru Illinois Department of Central Management Services. Payment may be made by Cashier’s Check or Money Order- paid to the order of SSPRF, (State Surplus Property Revolving Fund). Mail to: C/O Cindy Brune, CMS Surplus Vehicle Manager, iBid Illinois, 1924 South 10 ½ St., Springfield, IL 62703.

Failure to make payment and pick up property shall subject the winning bidder to the following:
 A.) In the Illinois Department of Central Management Services sole discretion, a reclamation of the awarded property and relisting of the same for public auction;
 B.) The payment of such fees and charges including any storage, administrative or other expenses necessary to re-auction the unclaimed item;
 C.) A handling charge of $25.00, plus ten percent (10%) of the bid price for a restocking fee, plus 2% of the total sale already paid to the State of Illinois.

PAYMENT & REMOVAL TIMEFRAMES

If you are awarded an item by CMS, the winning Bidder is responsible and required to pay for the item awarded as notified after the sale, unless otherwise agreed to by CMS. Buyers will be notified of available pick up dates and times. After payment is accepted and processed, an email or "Bidder’s Receipt" will be directed to the email account on file for this sale. PRINT and RETAIN this PAID RECEIPT CONFIRMATION.

CMS may mail the titles for sold vehicles to the buyer, or titles may be available to the buyer at the pick-up location at the time of their pick-up appointment, as determined by CMS DOV / License & Title.

Note: Out of state Bidders purchasing vehicles, it is your responsibility to contact your residing state Division of Motor Vehicles for information regarding the License, Title & Registration requirements for the vehicle(s). CMS - DOV / License & Title will be unable to assist with any out of State License and Title issues.

Vehicles will not be released without a paid invoice (bill of sale), and a properly prepared and executed "Power of Attorney" if the named Buyer is not the party picking the vehicle up. 

DEFAULT - FAILURE TO PAY OR SCHEDULE PICK-UP

Bidders are cautioned to submit bids only on items they are prepared to pay for and remove in accordance with the online sale terms and conditions of this sale. All awarded items must be paid for and have a removal appointment scheduled within five (5) business days from the posted sale ending date/ time. Furthermore, all items must be removed at the scheduled time/date of removal. Failure to pay for and/or remove all awarded items could result in termination of the contract and no refund will be made.