Copart - Charleston (WV)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Both
Auction Type
Online salvage and clean-title auto auctions; includes Buy It Now and Make Offer listings; specialty and heavy vehicles may appear but primary local sale is a weekly online auction.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Weekly live online sale: Thursday at 10:00 AM (America/New_York). Regular business hours for the yard: Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00 (America/New_York).
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Copart Delivery can be ordered from the Payments Due page; pay shipping along with vehicles. Typical timing: a few business days within ~100 miles; about 2–3 weeks if farther.
Buyer Fee Details
3 days free including the day of sale for auction wins; article notes Buy It Now purchases typically have 2 days free. Storage fees (rate) vary by location.
Seller Fees
Copart GO (mobile off-site seller program): 3% of sale price, $100 minimum, $300 maximum. Other general seller fee schedules are not publicly specified on the site.
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage up to 3 days including the day of sale; storage fees begin after the 3rd day. For Buy It Now purchases, article notes 2 days free. Exact per‑day storage dollar amount for Charleston is not shown publicly (varies by location).
Who can Register
Public and dealers can register online. In West Virginia, individuals without business licenses need to use a Broker to bid on both clean and salvage title vehicles. Dealers/dismantlers/general businesses/exporters must provide an operational license, WV sales tax license (Business Registration Certificate) and exemption forms. Deposits/Buying Power: Basic Members can bid up to $2,000 without a deposit; to bid more, deposit 10% of desired max bid. Premier Members place a one-time $400 deposit to bid up to $100,000/day.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Wire transfer; Debit card (limits apply, often around $20,000/day online); Credit card (domestic accounts, up to $20,000, one card per transaction); Wallet apps (Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay); MoneyGram; Western Union Quick Collect; Cash (most locations; limits apply); Company check (approved business buyers only); ePay (approved business buyers). Not accepted: Personal checks; Effective May 5, 2025, Cashier’s Checks are no longer accepted.
Bidding Methods
Online (web and Copart - Online Auto Auctions mobile app) and on-site kiosk terminals; no traditional in-lane bidding.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Exact per‑day storage rate for the Charleston (Hurricane) yard is not published without logging in; Copart states that storage rates vary by location and are shown on each location’s page. App requirements: Buyers bidding and paying should use “Copart - Online Auto Auctions” (Member App). Transporters and self‑pickup users should use the “Copart Transportation” app to schedule, check in, and obtain electronic gate passes. Pickup authorization is controlled by a Gate Pass PIN tied to each vehicle/lot and is emailed to assigned transporters and shown to buyers on Payments Due. Cashier’s Checks are no longer accepted effective May 5, 2025; personal checks are not accepted. Bidding can be done via web, mobile app, or on-site kiosks; kiosk-bid wins are exempt from Internet Bid Fees.
Pickup Rules
Appointment required before arriving. Use the Copart Transportation App or Visitor Sign-In with the vehicle’s Gate Pass PIN to schedule. On arrival, check in digitally (text link or QR/Visitor Sign-In) and mark yourself as arrived; Copart staff will move and load the vehicle. Vehicles may not be driven off Copart property (must be trailered/towed). Safety vests and closed-toe shoes required on yard; no tools allowed in yard.
Policies
Gate Pass PIN is required for pickup scheduling and authorization (launched Aug 19, 2023).; Vehicles cannot be driven off Copart premises even if they are labeled Run & Drive; must be towed/transported.; Safety on yard: safety vests and closed‑toe shoes required; no tools (incl. code readers) allowed; minors must be accompanied; pets not allowed in storage area.; Title handling: Title pickup handling fee typically $20 per title; mailing available (USPS $15 up to 10 titles; FedEx $20 up to 10 titles) with LPOA on file.; In‑person payment surcharge: $20 per vehicle on cash and other in‑person payment methods.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Buyer assigns lot(s) to a transporter from Payments Due; transporter receives email with the lot and a Gate Pass PIN and a link to download the Copart Transportation App; appointment required. Copart not responsible for third‑party transporter damage or fees.
Third Party Process
Assign to Transporter via Payments Due; transporter books appointment in the Copart Transportation App, checks in on arrival, and uses the Gate Pass PIN for pickup authorization; yard loads the vehicle.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Schedule pickup appointment (Gate Pass PIN required). Use Copart Transportation App to book time and mark arrival; bring proper ID and safety gear (safety vest, closed-toe shoes). No driving vehicles off the lot.
Self Pickup Process
From Payments Due, select lots and choose Schedule Pickup; receive a reminder text with a check-in link up to two hours before your appointment; check into the virtual queue on arrival; Copart staff stages and loads the vehicle.
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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