Ford Escape XLT (2003)
for sale
Price: US $200.00
Price: US $200.00
NO RESERVE * ** ** ** ** NO RESERVE
Vehicle Auctions (First time bidders see note at bottom)
This is a 2003 Ford Escape seized by the Sheriff as a result of a forfeiture. The answers to questions requesting
additional information will be posted on the item description as the auction
progresses.
Here is what I know:
The vehicle is a 6 cylinder with 171830 miles on the odometer. The engine seems to run well. Sounds good. The tires are in ok/good condition.
Flaws.
The
vehicle needs to be jump started. Since
it’s been sitting awhile, the battery may need to be replaced. The vehicle has multiple dents and the tires are in poor condition.
Keep in mind we have no history of
the vehicle other than it was being driven when it was seized. Since then
it has sat in storage. Good luck.
FORFEITED VEHICLES/SHERIFF’S
SALES
The Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office
currently disposes of forfeited vehicles through public auction on eBay. The vehicles are listed with no reserve price, meaning the highest bidder wins
the auction. Auctions typically start at $100.00. Vehicles are
forfeited for a wide variety of reasons, from drunk driving to drug sales or
fleeing a police officer. The vehicles also display a wide range of maintenance
and repair (or disrepair, as the case may be). The Sheriff’s Office does
not have a mechanic, nor do we claim to know anything about vehicle
maintenance. For that reason, you are strongly encouraged to view the
vehicle in person or arrange for someone to look at the vehicle for you prior
to sale. While the department will make every effort to note each defect
or characteristic to help you make an informed purchase decision we simply
don’t know cars to the level of detail that has been requested in some of the
auctions held since the department started using eBay in 2002. Bottom
line, if the vehicle was being driven at the time it was seized we’ll tell you.
From the time it comes into our possession, it gets towed or moved by flatbed.
We don’t drive the vehicles. As such, we can’t attest to their
operability.
As each vehicle listed for
auction on eBay was forfeited, it is unregistered and unlicensed. Both
details must be taken care of before the vehicle can be driven off the lot. Out-of-state buyers can purchase 31-day permits for $11.00 at the local
license bureau, which would allow the vehicle to be driven. Minnesota
residents must handle license and registration transfer prior to the vehicle
being driven. The local license bureau office (5 minutes away) is open
from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. As for the title, when we
seize a vehicle a rather lengthy paper chase begins. The end result of
that paper chase is that the Sheriff’s Office becomes the legal owner of the
vehicle and our name is on the title. We do not begin an auction until we
have that title in our possession. At the end of the auction, the title is
transferred from us to you. You will leave our office with the vehicle, keys and the title in hand.
PLEASE NOTE:
1. Unless otherwise stated, the
condition of this vehicle is unknown.
2. This item is being offered
AS-IS, WHERE-IS with no warranty or other guarantee as to its
condition or fitness for use. As mentioned above, we don’t drive the vehicles
and can’t attest to their operability.
3. We do not ship vehicles and
all transactions must be in person.
4. Purchaser is responsible for transportation to and from
the Sherburne County Government Center in Elk River, MN.
5. Unless otherwise specified, vehicle will be available for
public inspection/pick-up at 13880 Business Center Drive, Elk River, MN 55330
weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Central Standard Time.
6. Full Payment is due within 7 calendar days from the end
of auction.
7. None of our vehicles come with license plates. Purchaser
should check with local license bureau for licensing requirements.
8. Vehicle listed is offered on a competitive bid basis and
must be removed within 20 calendar days from the end of auction.
Because of malicious buyers I cancel all bids
of buyers with a (0) rating. If you have a (0) rating you must contact me
to bid.
update: 2015-09-19
Used |
“Tires are in poor condition, cracked tail light lens, multiple dents and some rust.” |
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | 1FMYU93123KA32758 | Year: | 2003 |
Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Make: | Ford |
Mileage: | 171,830 | Model: | Escape |
Sub Model: | XLT | Trim: | XLT Sport Utility 4-Door |
Exterior Color: | White | Engine: | 3.0L 182Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated |
Interior Color: | Gray | Drive Type: | 4WD |
Transmission: | Automatic | Number of Cylinders: | 6 |
Vehicle Title: | Clear | Body Type: | SUV |
Power Options: | Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows |