Public Auction Locations?
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Thanks but they're not in Florida.
Researching these auctions, there's a huge amount of crap to wade through before I even start looking for hidden gems.
Dealers/governments/auction houses make it difficult for individuals to attend most auctions. You either have to know someone connected to a dealership or become a dealer yourself.
Public auctions are few and far between in comparison. I assume it gets easier to find them and decipher the procedures once you get used to them but, for newbies, it's like reading a foreign language to surf their sites. the websites generally are lacking polish and they don't explain things very well.
I'd like to find a bank/repo auction somewhere not too far from me and get some kind of idea how it works. I understand you go and look at cars during a preview day and then bid on any you like during the auction. Methods of checking vehicles out aren't as clear.
I can check the VIN numbers and read the ratings of the cars online but it appears each location has different rules regarding fees, inspections, rules, etc.
Researching these auctions, there's a huge amount of crap to wade through before I even start looking for hidden gems.
Dealers/governments/auction houses make it difficult for individuals to attend most auctions. You either have to know someone connected to a dealership or become a dealer yourself.
Public auctions are few and far between in comparison. I assume it gets easier to find them and decipher the procedures once you get used to them but, for newbies, it's like reading a foreign language to surf their sites. the websites generally are lacking polish and they don't explain things very well.
I'd like to find a bank/repo auction somewhere not too far from me and get some kind of idea how it works. I understand you go and look at cars during a preview day and then bid on any you like during the auction. Methods of checking vehicles out aren't as clear.
I can check the VIN numbers and read the ratings of the cars online but it appears each location has different rules regarding fees, inspections, rules, etc.
I found a list of sites IN FLORIDA. Have to check them out and see which are public.
Continue with discussion of CHICAGO auction sites.
Any tips from you guys who have gone to an auction?
Have you researched local car websites in FL ?
IAAI rarely auctions to the public - but they have many other "sister" companies that do all across the US.. think its adesa or something like that
I found a list of sites IN FLORIDA. Have to check them out and see which are public.
Continue with discussion of CHICAGO auction sites.
Any tips from you guys who have gone to an auction?
Here's a tip: join a Florida car enthusiast forum.
I used to repo cars. We inventoried them and they were brought straight to the auction if the owner didn't pay up and get the car back... Never heard of any repo companies getting deals on cars.
Public Auctions suck! I would defiantly stay away from them...
I am a dealer and here is what I do at public auctions...I buy cars on craigslist and sell them for HUNDREDS or THOUSANDS more at public auctions...
This is my tip for the year, enjoy
This is even possible at dealer auctions as long as you're not running n*gger numbers
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