Copart - Antelope (CA - Antelope)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
100% online, real-time vehicle auctions (salvage and clean title). Antelope runs a weekly sale. Lanes include Run & Drive, Rental, Motorcycles, Boats/Marine, Heavy Equipment, RVs, Other Goods, and Salvage Lots.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Sales are held every Thursday at 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles. Business hours (for preview/pickup/payment in-person): Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM America/Los_Angeles.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Copart Delivery (domestic shipping) can deliver to most street addresses in the continental U.S. Members who purchase domestic transport through Copart are not charged additional storage fees. Typical pickup within ~6 business days after transport payment; delivery a few business days within ~100 miles and up to 2–3 weeks farther away. Titles can be mailed with vehicle if Limited Power of Attorney is on file.
Buyer Fee Details
Generally up to 3 business days including the day of sale, but Antelope’s posted schedule shows: Online Bids—Days 1–3 free; Buy It Now—Days 1–2 free; storage begins thereafter per daily schedule.
Seller Fees
General Copart seller fee schedule is not publicly listed. However, for dealers using the Copart GO App, Copart states: 3% of sale price, $100 minimum, $300 maximum per vehicle sold via GO App. Other seller-related fees not specified on public pages.
Storage Holding Fees
Location page shows graduated storage fees and different free-storage windows for Online Bids vs Buy It Now: Day 1 (day of sale) FREE (both); Day 2 FREE (both); Day 3 FREE for Online Bids, $5 for Buy It Now; Day 4 $5; Day 5 $10; Day 6 $15; Day 7 $20; Day 8 $25; Day 9 $25; Day 10+ $30 per day. Note: Storage will be charged on weekends and holidays unless the weekend/holiday occurs within the first three days for Online Bids or first two days for Buy It Now (rates as of 1/7/2019).
Who can Register
Registration is online. Memberships: Guest (free, browse/limited functions), Basic ($99/year), Premier ($249/year). Deposits/Buying Power: Basic can bid up to $2,000 without a deposit; above that requires a 10% deposit of desired Buying Power. Premier requires a one-time $400 refundable deposit and allows up to $100,000/day in bids. All members must upload a valid government-issued ID; additional licensing may be required based on the vehicle’s state/title type. In California, individuals (without business licenses) must use a Broker to bid on clean or salvage title vehicles; dealers/dismantlers/businesses/exporters must provide appropriate CA operational license and sales tax permits.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Wire transfer; Debit cards (online and in-location; approx. $20,000/day limit; payer must match account holder); Credit cards (online and corporate cards in-location; approx. $20,000/day limit; payer must match account holder); Wallet apps (Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal) for lots, fees, memberships; MoneyGram (Receiver Code 17170) and Western Union (in-person agent payments; not Walmart electronic remittances); Company checks (domestic business buyers only, with prior approval). Cash: most locations accept limited cash for fees only, up to $600. Not accepted/limitations: Personal or international checks not accepted; card payments cannot be made over the phone; in-person payments at Copart locations incur a $20 per-vehicle surcharge.
Bidding Methods
Online only (via Copart website or Copart Member App). Onsite self-service kiosks may be available at the Antelope location to participate in online auctions, but there is no in-person auctioneer bidding.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Location details: 8650 Antelope North Road, Antelope, CA 95843-3930; Phone (916) 721-7770. Lane description on the yard page shows item ranges by lane (A–E) for different categories (Run & Drive, Rental, Motorcycles, Marine, Heavy Equipment, RVs, Other Goods, Salvage). Copart emphasizes 100% online bidding via VB3; buyers can also use onsite kiosks to access online bidding. Mobile apps and who needs them: Copart Member App (buyers) for searching, bidding, payments, notifications; Copart Transportation App (transporters and also used by members/self-pickup to schedule, check in, manage pickups); Copart Seller App (for sellers to assign vehicles/approve bids); Copart GO App (dealers list vehicles directly from their location; 3% fee, $100 min/$300 max). Payment option highlights: secure methods (wire, ePay for qualified business buyers, debit) can qualify for secure funds fee discounts; non-secure (credit, wallet apps) do not. Company checks require approval; personal/international checks not accepted; limited cash accepted for fees only (up to $600).
Pickup Rules
Vehicles cannot be driven off Copart property (must be trailered/towed). Appointments are required for pickup. Use the Gate Pass PIN with lot number to schedule. Check in via Visitor Sign-In or Transportation App upon arrival. Copart staff will move the vehicle to the loading area and assist loading; heavy/medium-duty lots are self-load only. Arrange payment and pickup within 3 business days (location-specific storage schedule applies).
Policies
Safety and yard rules for inspections: safety vests and closed‑toe shoes required; buyers limited to designated sale rows; tools/OBD scanners not allowed; do not start vehicles without a Copart employee; no test drives.; Visitor Sign-In / Virtual Queue: get in line from your vehicle; text notification when it’s your turn; appointments required for pickup.; Gate Pass PIN (introduced Aug 19, 2023): A unique PIN is required with lot number to schedule pickup and for transporters; replaces older method using Member Number + Lot Number.; California licensing: Individuals need to use a Broker to bid on clean and salvage titles; dealers/dismantlers/businesses/exporters require valid CA operational license and tax documentation.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Authorize via Payments Due using “Send to Transporter” (enter transporter’s email). Transporter must use the Copart Transportation App and present the vehicle’s Gate Pass PIN & lot number. Appointment required.
Third Party Process
Member assigns lot(s) to transporter; transporter receives email with download link for the Copart Transportation App plus 4‑digit Gate Pass PIN and instructions; transporter schedules pickup in the app, checks in on arrival, and Copart stages the vehicle for loading. Copart is not responsible for third‑party transporter damage or their fees.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Payment in full; Gate Pass PIN and lot number; appointment required; valid ID. Trailer/appropriate transport equipment required (no driving vehicles off lot).
Self Pickup Process
From Payments Due, select vehicles and choose Schedule Pickup; appointment is required. On approach (within about 1 mile), complete check-in via text link and/or use Visitor Sign-In. Upon arrival, mark yourself as arrived; staff will stage the vehicle for loading. Heavy/medium duty lots are self-load only.
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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