Capital City Auto Auction
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Auction Format
Both
Auction Type
Dealer-only weekly auction; Public repo auction (public may bid on designated units); Damage/Inop; Lease; Internet/simulcast sales. GSA sale page present for registered users.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Sale every Friday. Inops at 8:30 AM; all other lanes at 9:00 AM. Some pages also state: Friday auction starts at 8:30 AM.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Auction transportation is referenced in dealer rules (buyer assumes responsibility for mechanical failures after leaving sale, including transportation provided by the auction at the dealer’s request). Transportation Department contacts are listed; call for coverage, timing, and pricing.
Buyer Fee Details
Up to close of business Friday (per rules). A separate notice on the site states free until the Monday following the sale; verify with auction due to conflicting statements.
Seller Fees
Seller fees are referenced (returned vehicles billed buyer’s & seller’s fees) but specific fee amounts are not listed.
Storage Holding Fees
$20.00/day storage fee after close of business Friday. Note: another notice on-site says $20.00/day begins after the Monday following the sale (conflict on site).
Who can Register
Predominantly dealer-only auction with the exception of a public repo auction. Dealers: download registration packet and submit via fax/mail; contact Dealer Registration for questions. Public repo buyers must be 18+, present a valid driver’s license or state ID, and leave a $500 refundable deposit (applied to purchase; forfeited if buyer fails to complete payment).
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted (public sale): Cash, Cashier’s Check, Wire Transfer; personal/business checks accepted only with a 30‑day bank letter of guarantee stating amount and date. Accepted (dealer rules): Cash, Cashier’s Check, Wire Transfer; Floor Plans & Business Checks must be preapproved. Payment due by close of business sale day; $125 late fee per vehicle not paid by close of business. Credit/debit cards not specified.
Bidding Methods
Both. In‑person in the lanes and online via EDGE Pipeline/EDGE Simulcast (Auction Edge). Public visitors may attend in person without bidding; public bidders must register. Online bidding available; call the auction for details if needed.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Online platform is Auction Edge (EDGE Pipeline/EDGE Simulcast); the auction’s site links to edgepipeline.com for online access. Auction Edge support docs describe registering for Pipeline and attending simulcast sales. No mobile app requirement for buyers or transporters is stated by Capital City AA; no gate pass, PIN code, digital check‑in, or virtual queue/appointment system language found on the site. A GSA Sale page exists but requires login. The site contains inconsistencies: storage fee start date (after Friday vs. after Monday following sale) and PSI fee amount ($129 vs. $125). Recommend confirming by phone before bidding or pickup.
Pickup Rules
Vehicles must be paid for and picked up by 5:00 PM close of business Friday. No vehicle may be removed until paid in full and the auction is over. Vehicles are left on premises at owner’s risk. Storage charges apply after the stated free period.
Policies
Public attendees may enter free as visitors (no bidding) by checking in at the front desk and receiving a visitor badge.; Public bidders must be 18+ with valid driver’s license or state ID and place a $500 deposit (refundable or applied to purchase; forfeited if buyer fails to complete payment).; Any vehicle sold for $2,000 or less is As‑Is regardless of light color.; Odometer policy: auction does not guarantee odometer accuracy; seller must repurchase vehicles sold with an odometer problem.; Green‑Light vehicles online include a Post Sale Inspection; the page lists both $129 and $125 PSI fees and states PSI valid 7 days or 200 miles from sale date.; Dealer rule: Bringing retail customers to the auction is prohibited; violation may revoke buying privileges.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Not specified
Third Party Requirements
Not specified (no gate pass/PIN/app authorization language found).
Third Party Process
Not specified.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Payment in full; valid ID for public bidders; cannot remove vehicle until auction is over.
Self Pickup Process
Not specified step‑by‑step. General notes: check in at office to complete payment; obtain release; remove vehicle after auction concludes and within stated timeframe to avoid storage.
This page was last updated on September 1, 2025 and some details may have changed. Reach out directly to the auction with any questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Capital City Auto Auction work?
Capital City Auto Auction works by hosting weekly dealer-only auctions that can be attended in person or online. Dealers register to bid and can view listings in advance through the auction portal.
How much do vehicles cost at Capital City Auto Auction?
Prices are set through competitive bidding and typically reflect wholesale values, often below retail.
What are the benefits of Capital City Auto Auction?
Some of the benefits include extensive inventory, hybrid bidding options, and reliable dealer support backed by years of experience.
What types of vehicles are available at Capital City Auto Auction?
The auction features dealer trade-ins, fleet vehicles, lease returns, and repossessions.
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