--- title: The 2025 Govvies Winners Are In! description: Discover the standout auctions of 2025, including a graffiti-covered vessel and a DeLorean trailer, in this year's Govvies winners. Explore the most unique finds on GovDeals. image: https://blog.govdeals.com/hubfs/GD-BLOG-1280x720%20(25).png --- #### [All Articles](https://blog.govdeals.com/) # The 2025 Govvies Winners Are In! [ By Shari Williams, ](https://blog.govdeals.com/author/shari-williams) March 18, 2026 ![](https://blog.govdeals.com/hubfs/GD-BLOG-1280x720%20(25).png) ## **This Year’s Most Unforgettable Auctions** Every year, GovDeals connects buyers with [surplus assets](https://www.govdeals.com/en/new-listings/filters?so=desc&sf=currentbid) from government agencies across North America. While many listings are practical and predictable, some capture attention in unexpected ways. Each year, standout listings are nominated and voted on to determine which auctions captured the most attention across the GovDeals marketplace. Before revealing this year’s winner, here are the listings that rose to the top.  ### **Honorable Mentions** Several auctions generated impressive engagement and deserve recognition. [**![1-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-1938-PM](https://blog.govdeals.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-1938-PM.jpg?width=300&height=225&name=1-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-1938-PM.jpg)**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/23/23889) [1988 Brutus Popeye Fire Truck](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/23/23889) A nostalgic and character-filled fire truck that drew strong bidder interest and reminded us how much personality surplus assets can carry. [**![10-Mar-18-2026-01-04-27-3282-PM](https://blog.govdeals.com/hs-fs/hubfs/10-Mar-18-2026-01-04-27-3282-PM.jpg?width=300&height=225&name=10-Mar-18-2026-01-04-27-3282-PM.jpg)**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/29353/3934) [**2021 Ford F-150 – Burnt Vehicle**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/29353/3934) Even a non-running, no-title vehicle found its buyer. With 18 bids and a final sale of $585, this listing proved that nearly every asset has value to the right bidder. ### **Finalists** **2****nd**** Place - Back to the Future Trailer** [**![12-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-4162-PM](https://blog.govdeals.com/hs-fs/hubfs/12-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-4162-PM.jpg?width=300&height=225&name=12-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-4162-PM.jpg)**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/542/23288) [**DeLorean Trailer w/ Gullwing Doors**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/542/23288) Complete with signature gullwing doors and authentic DeLorean breaklights, this roadworthy trailer captured collector attention. It attracted 111 watchers and sold for $9,900, demonstrating the lasting power of pop culture nostalgia. **3****rd**** Place - The Fairy-Tale Carriage** [**![8-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-2422-PM](https://blog.govdeals.com/hs-fs/hubfs/8-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-2422-PM.jpg?width=300&height=225&name=8-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-2422-PM.jpg)**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/712/19142) [**Decorative Vintage Cinderella Carriage**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/712/19142) This turn-of-the-century carriage, believed to date back to around 1900, once served as both a wedding photo prop and a stage piece in a 2024 production of Cinderella. Originally built by the J. Campbell and Son Carriage Factory in London, Ontario, the ornate pumpkin-style carriage still retains many of its antique elements. The listing attracted 20 watchers and 342 visitors before selling for CAD $954, proving that even decorative historic pieces can capture bidders’ imaginations. **4****th**** Place – Frosty the Snowplow** [**![13-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-3232-PM](https://blog.govdeals.com/hs-fs/hubfs/13-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-3232-PM.jpg?width=300&height=225&name=13-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-3232-PM.jpg)**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/2/29029) [**1949 Vintage Sterling Snowplow “Frosty”**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/2/29029) This fully operational classic, powered by a Cummins diesel engine, generated 59 bids and sold for $14,400. Its strong competitive bidding showcased the demand for well-preserved vintage equipment. ---   ### **And the 2025 Govvies Winner Is…**** The Graffiti Vessel** [**![2-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-1998-PM](https://blog.govdeals.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-1998-PM.jpg?width=800&height=600&name=2-Mar-18-2026-01-03-47-1998-PM.jpg)**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/95/9366) [**Chris-Craft Roamer “Deep Thought” aka “Minnow”**](https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/95/9366) Recovered from Lake Michigan and covered in layers of graffiti, this 43-foot Chris-Craft Roamer quickly became one of the most intriguing listings on the GovDeals marketplace. > The vessel’s unusual appearance and backstory sparked curiosity among bidders and viewers alike, generating 45 bids and more than 15,000 listing views before ultimately selling for $2,651.25. With its mix of history, mystery, and unmistakable character, the Graffiti Vessel captured the hearts of voters and stood out as one of the most memorable auctions of the year. *Listen to us talk about all the finalists here.*   This year’s winning auction stood apart for its engagement, competitive bidding, and distinct character. It represents the diversity and unpredictability that make GovDeals unique. From recovered vessels to cinematic trailers, the 2025 Govvies reflect the wide range of assets that move through the GovDeals marketplace each year. Every year brings a new mix of history, utility, and unexpected finds. We look forward to seeing which listings capture attention in 2026. 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