Don,
Here in Missouri, no firefighter has to have a CDL to drive a firetruck. I'd be surprised if an Antique Truck, especially a Fire Truck, requires one anyway. My guess is, if you don't get the answer you want from the DMV, ask somebody ELSE in the DMV, and you'll probably get a different answer! Antique Fire Engines are pretty obscure when it comes to the code.
I agree that $1800. would be a great price for a truck as nice as you describe. On the other hand, I'm not surprised to hear there's not more interest. If you won't be destroyed if you DON'T win it, go with the 1800. IF you will be kicking yourself for the next three months, OR if you'd be happy to have it, even for more, then up your bid.
Not to be "Pollyana-ish", but in cases like this, I also remember that the money is going to support a good and vital organization.
I hope you get it . . . you sound like the perfect owner for this noble truck!
-Michael
