1996 JCB Backhoe

The Borough of Kennett Square is selling a 1996 JCB Extendahoe backhoe:  Specs are as follows:

• 1996 JCB  214 Series 2
• 4 wheel drive
• 4 cylinder Perkins engine
• Hours 6889.4
• Side shift
• Includes 24" and 18" bucket
• Interior in poor condition
• VIN # SLP214TSTE0446507
• Overall Condition - Poor
• AM/FM Radio.  Radio does not work
• Broken Rear Windew
• Bent Cab door frame
• Tires: Fair
• TRANSMISSION STUCK IN 1ST GEAR
• INTERMITENT STARTING ISSUE

I CAN'T STRESS THIS ENOUGH.  INSPECTION OF THIS BACKHOE PRIOR TO BIDDING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  The unit still digs and the front bucket lifts, but it is stuck in first gear and is in very rough shape.

To make an appointment to inspect this vehicle, contact Randy Behmke at rbehmke@kennettsq.org.  Appointments available M-F, 8AM-3PM.  Inspection of vehicle recommended.The Borough of Kennett Square, as seller, disclaims any warranty, guarantee or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability of fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale.  The vehicle is being sold on an “As is, where is” basis.Bidders must be 18 years old and legally able to form a binding contract as buyers.  Placing a bid creates a legally binding contract between Buyer and Seller. Payment in full is due not later than seven (7) calendar days from the time and date of the Notice of award or the Borough reserves the right to relist the item or award it to the second highest bidder.  The successful bidder shall make payment to the Borough of Kennett Square in the form of cash, cashier’s check, certified check, or money order, made payable to The Borough of Kennett Square, 120 Marshall St. Kennett Square PA 19348.  Successful bidder shall remove item(s) within seven (7) days following receipt of payment.  Refunds will not be given for items that are not picked up by the deadline.  The Borough reserves the right to reject any bids received and to award to the vendor of choice.Buyer has sole responsibility of picking up Backhoe.  Delivery is not available.  Borough is not responsible for vehicle once it has left Borough property.

Buyer of Backhoe will need to accompany Borough representative to tag/title processing location to transfer title to new owner.

Vehicle can be picked up at the Borough Waste Water Treatment located at 660 W South St, Kennett Square PA 19348.

Bid will be awarded at the Borough Council meeting on Monday, June 17th, 2019.