2001 Ford Taurus

Sedan

6 - Cyl.

Automatic

1FAFP52241A257780

Gasoline

All property is offered for sale “As-Is, Where-Is.” Bidders are encouraged to physically inspect the offered property prior to bidding. IF YOU HAVE -0- FEEDBACK: Please email contact information through eBay Messages (Ask a Question link). If you fail to do so before bidding we will CANCEL your bid and BLOCK you from bidding on our auctions. This vehicle was purchased in May 2001 to be used by the county. It was retired in June 2011. The battery is dead. It needs to be jumped to start. Once started, this vehicle runs very rough. It may have BLOWN HEAD GASKETS. It has not been inspected or repaired. It is sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS. Please be prepared to TOW this vehicle. Visible damage is as follows: BAD BATTERY POSSIBLE BLOWN HEAD GASKETS Spots/stains on seats & carpet Screw holes in floorboard & headliner Vinyl on interior door panels is loose/missing (heat damage) Headlights are hazy/cloudy Paint chipped/scratched in spots Small dents/dings in spots VEHICLE DETAILS Odometer: 101,718 miles Functional 3.0L 2V 6-Cylinder Flex Fuel Engine 4-Speed Automatic O/D Transmission Transaxle Oil Cooler Power Steering Safety/Security 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System Emergency Trunk Release Driver & Front Passenger Airbags (PSS) Mini-Spare Tire (Donut) Exterior Features Color: Spruce Green C/C Metallic Power Side Mirrors Multi-Reflector Headlamps Locking Wheel Covers Interior Features 6-Passenger Seating w/ Flip-Fold Console Integrated Control Panel AM/FM Stereo Air Conditioner Rear Window Defroster Remote Trunk Release Power Windows Power Locks Rear Seat Heating Ducts Two Power Points Vehicle Maintenance History BAD BATTERY - Once started, this vehicle runs very rough. It may have BLOWN HEAD GASKETS. It has not been inspected or repaired. It is sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS. Please be prepared to TOW this vehicle. Passed Georgia Vehicle Emissions Inspection: 02/18/10; It has not been inspected for 2011. It will not pass because of the mechanical problems. It must be towed off of our lot. This is sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS. Last service (oil change, filters, etc.): 02/07/11 @ 101,412 miles Most Recent Repairs 02/08/11 Replaced heater core @ 101,412 miles 11/22/10 Replaced master cylinder, front rotors, evap hose, purge valve, & evap canister @ 100,737 miles 10/13/10 Charged A/C 09/20/10 Replaced coil & plugs @ 100,344 miles 08/16/10 Replaced thermostat & temperature sensor @ 99,647 miles 06/16/10 Replaced front brake pads @ 96,291 miles 04/08/10 Replaced plugs & wires; Performed tune up @ 93,747 miles 03/25/10 Replaced 3 tires; Flushed cooling system @ 93,320 miles Body Repairs 07/05/06 Replaced L/R door glass; Repaired molding & qtr. panel damage All property is offered for sale “As-Is, Where-Is.” Bidders are encouraged to physically inspect the offered property prior to bidding. IF YOU HAVE -0- FEEDBACK: Please email contact information through eBay Messages (Ask a Question link). If you fail to do so before bidding we will CANCEL your bid and BLOCK you from bidding on our auctions. LOCATION OF PROPERTY: Gwinnett County Fleet Management - 620 Swanson Dr., Lawrenceville, GA 30043 INSPECTIONS: The bidder is invited, urged, and cautioned to inspect the property prior to submitting a bid. To the best of our knowledge, all identified deficiencies and mechanical problems are included in the listing. Unknown repairs may be required. Property may be viewed between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, excluding holidays. For directions call 678-985-6641. Please email any questions through eBay messages. Questions will be answered during our posted eBay business hours. PAYMENT: The winning bid shall be considered an agreement to buy and is final. Payment in full is due no later than 7 business days from the time and date of the auction closing. Acceptable forms of payment are: CASH IN PERSON - U.S. Currency Certified Cashiers Check Money Order Checks shall be made payable to: Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners **SALES TAX: Buyers will be subject to payment of State and/or Local sales tax. Sales tax (6%) will be collected at the point of payment. Buyers with a valid state sales tax-exemption certificate must provide a copy of the certificate prior to payment; otherwise taxes will be collected on all purchases.** All payments must be for the exact amount due. We do not have change. If payment is not made within the stated time frame the property will be relisted. VEHICLE PICK UP: WE DO NOT SHIP OR DELIVER. The County requires PROOF OF INSURANCE if a vehicle is driven off of the lot. Insurance is not required if it is towed. All items must be removed within 7 business days from the time and date of auction closing. Vehicles will be released only upon receipt of payment. The purchaser is responsible for transportation to and from the County Fleet management Lot. The purchaser pays for all transportation costs. The County is not responsible for and will not make any removal and/or transportation arrangements. These arrangements are the responsibility of the purchaser. The purchaser is responsible for loading and removal of any and all property awarded to them. The Buyer will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary, including loading and transportation of the property. Under no circumstances will Gwinnett County employees assume responsibility for packing, loading or shipping. Property may be removed between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, excluding legal holidays. COUNTY DISCLAIMER: SELLING OF SURPLUS PROPERTY BY GWINNETT COUNTY (County): This property is offered "AS- IS, WHERE-IS", with no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, as to its condition, fitness for use or fitness for a particular purpose. Information in the description section does not necessarily denote overall condition of the property and is not intended to be comprehensive; other repairs may be required. The County reserves the right to notify bidders and cancel any auction. The County will not be held liable for any such cancellation and/or closure. The County reserves the right to award bids to any bidder. Bids not meeting the reserve may not be awarded. All items being sold are subject to the General Sale Terms and Conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference, and such other special terms and conditions as may be contained herein. A purchaser or disappointed bidder shall have no recourse against the County, any of its agencies, officers, employees or agents. Your bid is a contract. ALL SALES ARE FINAL.