Old fire trucks can be found in New York City.
New York City has a proud heritage of fire fighting. The first organized fire fighting activities began in 1648 when the city was still a Dutch possession. Since then, the New York City Fire Department has been through a lot, including sacrificing many heroes to 9/11. It also has a fine history linked to its fire engines and trucks. While it is not easy to find used fire trucks in the city, it is possible with some hard work and patience.
Instructions
1. Contact the New York City Fire Department for information regarding possible sales of used fire fighting vehicles. Be sure not to phone any emergency lines, however. Inquire at the front office of your local fire station to ask for more information.
2. Check out New York City auto auctions. For example, the DCAS public auctions and sales website is an important source of information regarding auctions and sales. Be aware, however, that there is no guarantee of finding a used New York City fire truck at these auctions.
3. Check the classifieds in local newspapers and auto-trader magazines for any sales. Again, there is no guarantee of finding what you want, but it's best to cover all local angles before looking beyond the city.
4. Go online and browse the many sites offering used fire trucks for sale. Two of these, Fire Truck Dealers and Festival and Shows, have New York City-specific subdivisions. These sources will help you find local dealers and private sellers.
5. Look at nationwide fire truck dealers such as Fire Truck Plus, Fire Line Equipment, Sell Fire Trucks and Fenton Fire Equipment. Inquire whether these sites have any vehicles specifically from New York City.
6. Ask friends or family, especially those who might know current or former firefighters, about potential sales.
Tips Warnings
If you can, inspect the fire truck thoroughly before making a purchase. Get a receipt of sale and the seller's contact information.
