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    Featured Auction Listings

    Browse current food truck auctions from verified sellers across the country

    Freightliner MT55 Food Truck — Full Kitchen
    2d 4h 59m
    Concession Truck

    Freightliner MT55 Food Truck — Full Kitchen

    Current Bid
    $32,500
    2019
    Houston, TX
    14 bids
    Ford E-450 Ice Cream Truck — Turnkey
    1d 2h 59m
    Step Van

    Ford E-450 Ice Cream Truck — Turnkey

    Current Bid
    $18,200
    2017
    Miami, FL
    22 bids
    Custom BBQ Trailer — 20ft Enclosed
    3d 23h 59m
    Trailer

    Custom BBQ Trailer — 20ft Enclosed

    Current Bid
    $24,800
    2021
    Nashville, TN
    8 bids
    Chevrolet P30 Pizza Truck — Wood Fired
    5h 59m 59s
    Step Van

    Chevrolet P30 Pizza Truck — Wood Fired

    Current Bid
    $21,000
    2016
    Phoenix, AZ
    31 bids
    Workhorse P42 Taco Truck — Commercial Grade
    3d 11h 59m
    Step Van

    Workhorse P42 Taco Truck — Commercial Grade

    Current Bid
    $27,500
    2018
    Los Angeles, CA
    17 bids
    International 4300 Mobile Kitchen
    5d 7h 59m
    Box Truck

    International 4300 Mobile Kitchen

    Current Bid
    $35,000
    2015
    Chicago, IL
    11 bids

    Save Up to 70% on Your Base Vehicle

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    Auction Types Explained

    Understanding different auction channels helps you find the best deals

    Government Surplus Auctions

    Federal, state, and municipal agencies sell retired vehicles through platforms like GovDeals and GovPlanet at significant discounts.

    GovDeals, GovPlanet, GSA Auctions

    Traditional Auction Houses

    Established auction companies host live and online events specializing in commercial vehicles and food service equipment.

    Ritchie Bros, AMCbid, Iron Planet

    Online-Only Platforms

    Digital marketplaces allow you to bid from anywhere, offering convenience and nationwide access to food truck inventory.

    Proxibid, eBay Motors, AuctionZip

    Salvage & Insurance Auctions

    Purchase base truck chassis and cargo vehicles at deep discounts for custom food truck conversions. Companies like aBetter.Bid specialize in salvage vehicle auctions.

    Copart, IAAI, Salvage Auctions

    Success Stories

    Real entrepreneurs who launched their food truck business through auction purchases

    "I bought a retired postal truck at a salvage auction for $4,200 and converted it into my taco truck. Best investment ever."

    Maria G.
    Maria's Street Tacos · Austin, TX

    "Found a barely-used food truck at a government surplus auction for $15,000 — same model retails for $45,000. This site made it easy."

    James T.
    Smokin' J's BBQ · Nashville, TN

    "The cost calculator helped me plan my budget perfectly. I saved over $20,000 by buying at auction instead of retail."

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    Curry on Wheels · San Francisco, CA
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    Market at a Glance

    The food truck industry continues to grow — now is the time to invest

    35,000+
    Food trucks operating in the US
    IBISWorld 2026
    $18K–$35K
    Median auction price vs $99K retail
    Industry Data
    12–18 mo
    Average ROI timeline
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    TX, CA, FL, NY
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