A Better Bid Car Auction (ABB)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
Public online auctions of salvage and clean-title vehicles; formats include Preliminary (pre-) bidding, Live online bidding, and Buy It Now. Premium & Pro members may preview vehicles on-site up to one hour before the live auction.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
ABB runs online auctions tied to Copart locations statewide; for the nearest yard to Bloomington (San Bernardino/Colton, CA), live auctions are held Thursday at 12:00 America/Los_Angeles. ABB states it holds 240+ weekly live online auctions overall; California run lists and dates are posted on the state auctions page.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
ABB offers door-to-door delivery anywhere in the U.S. and to any port worldwide. Use the shipping estimator on each listing or contact ABB for an exact quote. After payment and placing a shipping order, ABB targets pickup from the auction facility in 2–5 days depending on route.
Buyer Fee Details
Online bidding purchases: free storage through Day 3 (sale day is Day 1); fees start Day 4. Buy It Now: free through Day 2; fees start Day 3. ABB separately notes buyers typically have 2–3 business days to arrange pickup (2 days for Buy It Now; 3 days for online wins).
Seller Fees
Not specified for ABB’s salvage/Copart brokered auctions. For ABB’s separate consumer ‘sell my car’ service, ABB states selling is free to the car owner and the winning dealer covers commission and fees (no detailed seller fee table provided).
Storage Holding Fees
San Bernardino/Colton, CA yard: Free storage for online bids through Day 3 (Day 1 sale day), then $5/day on Day 4, $10/day Day 5, $15/day Day 6, $20/day Day 7, $25/day Days 8–9, and $30/day Day 10+. For Kiosk or Buy It Now purchases: free through Day 2, $5/day starts on Day 3, then same graduated schedule. Storage is charged on weekends/holidays unless they fall within the initial free period. ABB also notes storage fees vary by location and are listed on auction location pages.
Who can Register
Open to the public; no dealer license required. Registration is online via ABB. Security deposit required to set buying power. Current policy examples: Starter account fixed deposit $500 (bid up to $5,000 on one vehicle); Standard/Premium/Pro deposit is $600 or 10% of desired max bid per vehicle (whichever greater). Promotional note: new users may be allowed to start with a $400 deposit to bid up to $4,000 on one vehicle. Deposits are refundable if no active bids, open invoices, or unpicked-up vehicles.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted for vehicle payment: bank wire transfer only. Not accepted: credit cards for vehicle payment. Payment must clear by 5:00 pm ET the next business day after sale to avoid a $50 late fee. Security deposit cannot be applied to the vehicle price or shipping.
Bidding Methods
Online only (no in-person bidding). Methods: Pre-Bid (until 1 hour before live sale), Live Online Bidding at scheduled time, and Buy It Now.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Context for Bloomington, CA: ABB lists a California office at 2821 S Industrial Dr Unit B, Bloomington, CA 92316 (Mon–Fri 8 am–4 pm PST). Vehicles purchased via ABB are stored and released at auction facilities (e.g., Copart San Bernardino/Colton). ABB does not publish a mobile app requirement, virtual queue, PIN, or gate-pass workflow for buyers or transporters; such procedures may be managed by the underlying auction facility and can vary by location. For precise pickup check-in steps, call the yard listed on the vehicle’s Sale Information. ABB indicates auctions are fully online, with preliminary bids accepted until one hour before live bidding; California run lists and sale dates are posted on ABB’s California auctions page.
Pickup Rules
Self-pickup is not permitted; regardless of vehicle condition, only a licensed and insured transporter may pick up from the auction facility. Vehicles cannot be driven off the lot. Arrange ABB shipping or hire a licensed transporter. Pick up promptly to avoid storage fees; ABB cites 2–3 business days allowed depending on sale type.
Policies
Payment due by 5:00 pm Eastern Time on the next business day after sale; late payment fee $50 per vehicle after two business days.; No bid cancellations or bid reductions after placement.; Ownership documents are typically mailed 2–5 weeks after vehicle leaves the auction facility; for CA or FL buyers, title processing may take up to 90 days.; Vehicle preview allowed for Premium & Pro members up to 1 hour before live auction; bring government ID, bidder number, and any required entry fee; call the branch first.; Storage fees are determined by each auction facility; ABB links fee schedules on each location page.; ABB is a registered Copart broker; Copart fees (gate, virtual bid, broker, mailing, environmental) are passed through on ABB invoices.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Transporter must be licensed and insured.
Third Party Process
Buyer may order ABB shipping or hire their own licensed transporter to collect from the Copart/auction facility after ABB confirms payment. Specific gate pass/PIN/app or check-in steps are not specified by ABB and may vary by the auction location.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
No
Self Pickup Requirement
Not allowed. ABB states members cannot pick up vehicles themselves, regardless of roadworthiness.
Self Pickup Process
N/A
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