ACE - Carson (IAA)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
IAA digital salvage/insurance auto auctions hosted on the IAA platform. Specific public vs. dealer-only access for ACE - Carson is not stated on the branch page.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Next Auction is shown on IAA’s Locations index for “ACE - Carson (CA)” (times displayed in CDT on the index). A recurring weekly schedule is not explicitly stated on the ACE - Carson branch page.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
IAA Transport offers door-to-door delivery in the U.S. and select international destinations. Buyers can calculate a quote online and track status. Auto Tow can be enabled to automatically deliver all purchases to a preferred local drop-off.
Buyer Fee Details
Not specified on the ACE - Carson page. (General IAA branches frequently state: free storage through the day awarded + 4 days; then daily storage fee applies.)
Seller Fees
Not specified on public ACE - Carson or IAA seller information pages without login.
Storage Holding Fees
Not specified on the ACE - Carson branch page. (General IAA branch pages commonly state free storage through the day awarded + 4 days and $50/day thereafter, but ACE - Carson does not explicitly publish this.)
Who can Register
IAA allows both Individual (Public) and Licensed Business buyers to register online. A $200 buyer registration fee is required at sign-up. Individuals may bid only on vehicles and branches open to the public (varies by state). Registration can be completed online or via the IAA Buyer App by submitting required ID and documents.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
MoneyGram (cap $9,000 per transaction; multiple allowed per day, except CVS/Food Town $2,000); PayPal (online and in the IAA Buyer App); I‑Pay ACH (Licensed Business accounts only, U.S. bank); Credit/Debit Cards (online/app/branch; daily limits $2,500 for Public, $20,000 for Licensed Business; American Express not accepted; one year of purchase history required for online card use); Cash (in-branch only, $500/day per branch); Cash equivalents (cashier’s/official bank checks, money orders except USPS, certified checks, traveler’s checks; remitter name must match account/owner/employee). Note: USPS money orders not accepted effective June 1, 2024.
Bidding Methods
Online only via IAA AuctionNow on web and the IAA Buyer App. In-person bidding is not indicated; IAA states its auction platform is digital-only.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
The ACE - Carson page states that “ACE-Carson and ACE-Perris locations follow a slightly different buyer purchase process,” but the linked details page was not accessible via the public web session; use the branch contact (phone/email) for specifics. Exact app names and who uses them: IAA Buyer App (buyers; bid, pay, manage account); IAA Tow App (transporters; schedule pickups, receive updates). Payment details include explicit exclusions: American Express not accepted; USPS money orders not accepted as of June 1, 2024. The IAA Locations index displays “Next Auction” for ACE - Carson with time in CDT; verify current sale day/time there as it updates dynamically.
Pickup Rules
ACE - Carson yard hours are Mon–Fri 7:30am–3:30pm (PT). Vehicle preview is available 10am–2pm local time the day before the sale. IAA’s general pickup rules (published on other IAA branch pages) include: vehicles may be picked up on sale day; transport drivers/towers must wear high-visibility safety vests on IAA property; IAA loaders will not lift items over 11,000 lbs; transporters must have proper equipment and are responsible for loading.
Policies
Safety gear: Transport drivers/towers must wear a high-visibility safety vest on IAA property.; IAA loaders will not lift anything greater than 11,000 lbs; transporters must have suitable equipment and are responsible for loading.; Auction preview window: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. local time the day before the scheduled auction (ACE - Carson).; IAA’s auction platform is digital-only (AuctionNow).
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Buyer must provide Gate Pass to the transporter. Transporters should register as outbound vehicle transporters at an IAA branch and use the IAA Tow App. High-visibility safety vest required on site.
Third Party Process
Buyer pays and shares Gate Pass; transporter schedules pickup (IAA Tow App) and checks in during yard hours; transporter is responsible for proper equipment and loading.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
After payment clears, obtain the Gate Pass/Bill of Sale in your IAA account; bring government-issued photo ID. High-visibility safety vest required on IAA property. Follow branch yard hours.
Self Pickup Process
1) Pay for the vehicle (online or in-branch per payment options). 2) Retrieve Gate Pass/Bill of Sale from your IAA account/email. 3) Arrive during yard hours; check in and follow on-site directions for pullout/loading. 4) Ensure proper equipment for loading; IAA will not load units over 11,000 lbs.
This page was last updated on September 1, 2025 and some details may have changed. Reach out directly to the auction with any questions.
About ACE - Carson (IAA) auction
ACE – Carson is an Insurance Auto Auctions (IAA) branch in Carson, California, focused on salvage and damaged vehicles. Its selling proposition is broad, online access to repairable and total-loss inventory for licensed buyers (and approved public buyers in some cases). Auctions are digital with set preview hours at the branch prior to sale day. Buyers use IAA’s platform tools to search, bid, and arrange transport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does ACE – Carson (IAA) work?
ACE – Carson works via IAA’s online auction platform: you search inventory, place bids during the digital sale, and if you win you pay and coordinate pickup or transport from the Carson branch.
ACE – Carson works via IAA’s online auction platform: you search inventory, place bids during the digital sale, and if you win you pay and coordinate pickup or transport from the Carson branch.
How much do vehicles cost at ACE – Carson (IAA)?
How much do vehicles cost at ACE – Carson (IAA)?
How much vehicles cost at ACE – Carson depends on each unit’s condition (salvage, collision, theft recovery, etc.) and demand; prices can range from very low project‑car bids to near‑retail on clean title units.
What are the benefits of ACE – Carson (IAA)?
Some of the benefits of ACE – Carson are access to extensive salvage/repairable inventory, nationwide online bidding, and branch previews before the sale.
What types of vehicles are available at ACE – Carson (IAA)?
The types of vehicles available at ACE – Carson include repairable and salvage cars, trucks, SUVs, and specialty units (e.g., motorcycles, powersports) depending on weekly consignments.
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