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TowMaster Contrail CV-12 18' Trailer
4d21h(Apr 07, 2026 11:00 PM UTC)
$25.00 USD
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WATCHERS: 64 |VISITORS: 163
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Description
| Manufacturer | Towmaster Contrail |
| Model | CV-12 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| VIN | 4KNUC18298L163302 |
| Condition | Used/See Description |
| Title Restriction | Clean Title |
| Lot Number | 12714-749 |
| Inventory ID | 18145 |
OFFERED FOR AUCTION: A 2008 Towmaster Contrail CV-12 low-profile trailer designed for heavy-duty hauling, featuring a durable steel construction and tandem axles for stability.
Manufacturer: Towmaster Contrail
Model: CV-12
Year: 2008
VIN: 4KNUC18298L163302
GVWR: 15,080lbs
Length: 18 ft
Ramps: None
The item is working condition. This item does show cosmetic wear such as dings/dents, scratches, scuffs, rust, and grime. Please look at pictures for more details. You are bidding on what you see in the pictures and nothing else will be included. The license plate isn't included in sale.
All Items Sold: AS IS, WHERE IS
Q & A
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Are there ramps? Thanks 03/31/2026 19:56:13 PM
No ramps 04/01/2026 09:38:36 AM
It appears this trailer was designed to have loading ramps on the back. Are these bring sold with the auction? 03/31/2026 20:46:00 PM
No ramps 04/01/2026 09:38:28 AM
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Removal
Items will not be released if buyer fails to make an appointment.
All items must be removed within ten (10) business days from the time and date of issuance of the Buyer's Certificate.
The Buyer will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary, including packing, loading and transportation of the property. Pallets or containers that items are on or in are not included. No Assistance will be provided. Any item left after the 10 day limit will be relisted, buyers will be subject to GovDeals policies.
Purchaser is solely responsible for the loading and transportation.
The University disclaims all liability for injury or property damage associated with this purchase.
The University of Iowa Surplus Department does not provide or prepare items for shipping (except for certain clothing items) however there are local companies that will prepare and ship items from our location.
If items are shipped at your request by paying for the shipping you are agreeing that assets are sold as is, where is and without warranty. Once the asset is removed from the seller's premises there is no refund of monies previously paid.
If you are contracting with a freight company,
DO NOT LIST UI SURPLUS AS THE SHIPPER.
You must list yourself (the buyer) as the shipper (we would be considered the destination).
Any bill of ladings with The University of Iowa or our staff members as the shipper will be denied. ALL T-FORCE SHIPMENTS WILL HAVE TO BE BE SCHDULED THROUGH THE LOCAL UPS STORE OR WILL BE DENIED
I have included a few local shippers that have done pickups for other customers in the past. Please feel free to call if you have any questions and again thanks for your business.
UPS Store – 319-359-1773 store6597@theupsstore.com
AG PACK AND SHIP for any type of shiping 319-855-9911 AGPACKANDSHIP@GMAIL.COM
Mailboxes of Iowa City – 319-354-2113Move it, for packaging and freight 866-576-0030
Freight pack 319-471-7009
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Description Warranty. Seller warrants to the Buyer that the property offered for sale will conform to its description. Any claim for misdescription must be made prior to removal of the property. If Seller confirms that the property does not conform to the description, Seller will keep the property and refund any money paid. The liability of the seller shall not exceed the actual purchase price of the property.
Bid History
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Asset ID 749 / Bids 11
th*****
April 02, 2026 03:46 PM UTC
USD 1,775.00High Bidder
mc*****
April 02, 2026 03:46 PM UTC
USD 1,750.00
th*****
April 02, 2026 02:41 PM UTC
USD 1,695.00
nd*****
April 02, 2026 02:41 PM UTC
USD 1,670.00
nd*****
April 02, 2026 11:34 AM UTC
USD 1,525.00
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