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![]() The best car auctions are dealer-only auctions operated by firms such as Manheim and Adesa. These auto auction companies operate wholesale vehicle auctions in major metropolitan areas across the United States and Canada. At dealer auctions, car dealers purchase a large percentage of the cars that they sell on their used-car lots. The profits they make on these cars are often far greater than their profits on new car sales. A dealer may buy a late model automobile at auction and mark it up 50 or even 100 percent! New-car markups, on the other hand, are often 5 to 10 percent over the manufacturer invoice price. At these efficiently run, dealer-only auctions, cosmetic and mechanical condition reports are provided for most auctioned vehicles. Dealers expect these vehicle condition reports to provide accurate, detailed, unvarnished information. They rely on these reports and the integrity of the dealer-only auction firms to make sound car buying decisions.
Full payment is normally required immediately after a successful bid. Vehicles are sold "as is", sales are final, and no warranty is provided. If you insist on purchasing a car at such an auction, be sure you have the expertise to identify signs of water damage, accident damage, or poor maintenance. Ideally, bring along a trained auto mechanic or auto body expert who can spot such problems. Use the directory menu above to find dealer-only and public auto auctions in each state of the United States and the District of Columbia.
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