It was driven by the 'most dangerous man' in sleepy suburbia and now 'military brats' bid for sick memorabilia
The 1972 military utility tactical truck and 1963 trailer are being auctioned, with bids reaching $9,100 as of Friday.
According to the description, the M151 A2 model is one of the last of its kind from Indiana-based automotive manufacturer AM General Corp., with only 52,256 miles on the clock.
The vintage vehicle also comes with the original registration documents signed by Heuermann and is described in the listing as 'an ideal choice for collectors and individuals looking for a historical value that is sure to be a real tell-tale, whether you are a 'Jeep buff' or 'military brat.'
Nearly 30 photos of the Jeep's interior, exterior, and trailer - taken from various angles and in close-up - were posted on eBay.
The original ad was posted early Tuesday morning and revealed Heuermann as the owner. However, nearly eight hours later, the post was taken down.
A family representative, who is selling the Jeep anonymously, told the Daily Mail that they had to revise the ad to comply with eBay's guidelines, and it was back online by 6 a.m. Wednesday.
'I used his name. They [eBay] said it violates their violence policy. I said, 'For what? He is an alleged criminal - alleged - he has not been convicted.' I didn't think I had violated anything,' the representative said.
They added: 'I revised it by writing 'RH.'
The family spokesperson expressed hope that omitting Heuermann's full name would not reduce public interest.
According to the site's policy: 'Listings that promote or glorify violence or violent acts, or are associated with individuals notorious for committing violent acts, are not allowed.'
The family spokesperson confirmed that all proceeds from the sale would go to Heuermann's ex-wife, Asa Ellerup.
Ellerup was married to the alleged killer for 27 years. The couple, who raised two children together, lived in the Massapequa Park home that had once belonged to Heuermann's family.
Their divorce was finalized in April.
David Adamovich, a specialist in serial killer collectibles, who is not involved in the sale, told Daily Mail that the book value based on a military collectible site estimated the Jeep to be worth around $16,700.
He believes this value will jump even more if Heuermann is convicted. 'The moment he confesses or is convicted an additional premium would be added to it,' Adamovich said.
The description of the Jeep listed on eBay that posted early Tuesday morning
The family spokesperson said all the proceeds from the sale would go to Heuermann's ex-wife Asa Ellerup. Asa is seen above outside an April court hearing
The Jeep in question is reportedly not connected to the seven murders for which Heuermann has already been charged. The murders span nearly three decades, dating back to 1993.
'We know that police seized the vehicle from his home and conducted an extensive analysis to determine whether it had any links to the crimes,' said Adamovich.
'If it had been tied to any of the murders, authorities would have certainly retained it as evidence for the trial.'
In contrast, police have impounded Heuermann's Chevrolet Avalanche, which has not been returned.
This has fueled speculation that the vehicle may be connected to the case, Adamovich added.
According to the online auction listing, the Jeep includes both a hard top and a soft top, as well as hard and soft doors.
Additional parts are stored in boxes in the accompanying trailer. The listing notes that the 'Jeep and trailer ride well' and touts the 1972 vehicle's 'nostalgic experience,' suggesting it's 'certain to turn heads with its classic design and interesting history.' It concludes with, 'Don't get outbid on this one.'
As of Friday, 14 bids had been placed. The auction is scheduled to end on July 9.
At the time of his arrest Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney called Heuermann an 'ongoing danger' and pleaded with the judge not to allow him bail.
Heuermann has pleaded not guilty to all charges and remains in custody at a correctional facility in Suffolk County, Long Island.
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