Fire Engines for Sale
for good quality

USED FIRE ENGINES

Frequently Asked Questions

Question	Can a preservationist purchase an appliance from you?
Answer	Sorry but we do not sell current (in service model) fire appliances to private buyers.

Question	Can anyone buy a fire engine from Evems Ltd.?
Answer	The simple answer to this is NO! To purchase a vehicle from us you need to meet one of the following criteria. You must be a recognised Fire Authority You must be a recognised industrial brigade You must be able to show a legitimate use for an appliance The vehicle is to be permanently exported We absolutely will NOT sell an appliance if you are looking to use a vehicle for any kind of hire and reward e.g. Fire Engine Limousine or for use as any kind of marketing gimmick. Vehicles sold by Evems Limited have a usable life and will only be sold to buyers who are able to meet or exceed the above criteria.

Question	Can I drive a fire engine on a car license?
Answer	NO! Unless the vehicle has a GVW of under 7,500kg, you cannot drive an appliance on a car licence.

Question	Can you locate appliances for customers?
Answer	We are happy to try and source machines for customers.

Question	Do fire engines need an MOT?
Answer	Vehicles sold in the UK which are not supplied to Fire Authorities e.g. Industrial brigades etc. are not subject to the same DVLA exemptions and will therefore require an appropriate MOT.

Question	Do you accept part exchanges?
Answer	Customers looking to part exchange a vehicle should provide a comprehensive report on the vehicle accompanied by a good range of photos to include shots of the vehicle from all sides with lockers up and down, crew cab area and in particular the pump bay.