Copart - Los Angeles (CA - Los Angeles)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
Location’s regular online salvage/wholesale vehicle auctions (multiple sale days per week at 12:00 PM local). Lane categories include Run & Drive, Rental Cars, Motorcycles, Boats/Marine, Heavy Equipment, RVs, Other Goods, and Salvage Lots. Copart also runs themed/spotlight auctions (e.g., Copart Select, Weekly Powersports, Specialty Vehicle Auctions, Night Cap Sales).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Multiple sale days per week at 12:00 PM local time (America/Los_Angeles). As of Sep 2025, examples shown on the location page include 09/18/2025 12:00 PM PDT and 09/22/2025 12:00 PM PDT. Most Copart location auctions start at 12:00 PM local time (10:00 AM in Eastern Time locations).
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Copart Delivery can be ordered from the Payments Due screen. Estimated timing: a few business days within ~100 miles; up to ~3 weeks for longer distances. Ordering Copart Shipping within 3 days of sale prevents storage fees from accruing.
Buyer Fee Details
Online auction wins: 3 business days free (including sale day), then storage begins Day 4 as listed on the location page. Buy It Now: 2 business days free (including sale day), then storage begins Day 3. Weekends/holidays are charged unless they fall within the initial free period.
Seller Fees
Not specified on publicly accessible Copart pages for this location.
Storage Holding Fees
Storage will be charged on weekends and holidays unless the weekend/holiday occurs within the first 3 days for online bids or the first 2 days for Buy It Now. Storage Rates (as listed on the location page): Day 1 (sale day): FREE (online & BIN); Day 2: FREE (online & BIN); Day 3: FREE (online) / $5 (BIN); Day 4: $5; Day 5: $10; Day 6: $15; Day 7: $20; Day 8: $25; Day 9: $25; Day 10+: $30. To avoid storage fees, pick up within 3 business days (incl. sale day); ordering Copart Shipping within 3 days prevents storage fees.
Who can Register
Registration is online. Anyone can register as a Member. Eligibility to bid depends on state laws and your licenses/documents. Public buyers can bid on “No License Required” vehicles; if you lack required credentials for a given state/vehicle, Copart connects you to a Broker. All Members must provide a valid government‑issued ID. Deposits/Buying Power: Basic Members can bid up to $2,000 without a deposit; above that, deposit 10% of desired total bidding amount. Premier Members place a one‑time $400 deposit and can bid up to $100,000 per day.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Wire Transfer (recommended; secure funds discount applies); Debit Cards (online/in‑person; daily limits ~US$20,000); Credit Cards (online/in‑person; daily limits ~US$20,000; not over the phone); Wallet Apps (Apple Pay/Google Pay/PayPal; accepted for lots, fees, services); MoneyGram and Western Union (pay at local locations; then allocate funds online); ePay (select approved business buyers only); Company Check (domestic, by pre‑approval); Cash (generally for fees only, up to ~$600; limits vary by location). Not accepted: Personal checks; Credit/debit payments by phone. Cashier’s Checks: effective May 5, 2025, cashier’s checks are no longer accepted.
Bidding Methods
Online only (Copart.com or Copart Member App). Methods: Live Bid (real‑time VB3), Max Bid (proxy), and Buy It Now. You can join an auction from the vehicle page, the Los Angeles Locations page (Today’s Auctions -> Join Auction), or your Member Dashboard.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Location address: 8423 South Alameda, Los Angeles, CA 90001. Phone: (323) 583‑1713. The location page lists lane descriptions (e.g., Run & Drive, Rental, Motorcycles, Boats/Marine, Heavy Equipment, RVs, Other Goods, Salvage) and shows that auctions may run in multiple lanes (A–E). Exact Copart app names and who uses them: Copart Member App (buyers: search, alerts, inspection appointments); Copart Transportation App (transporters and buyers who self‑pick up: schedule pickups, check‑in, confirm pickup/delivery, Gate PIN use); Copart Seller App (sellers); Copart GO App (dealers/sellers listing from their lot).
Pickup Rules
Vehicles cannot be driven off Copart property for legal/liability reasons—bring a truck, trailer or transporter vehicle. Schedule a pickup appointment and check in using Copart’s process: for self‑pickup and transporters, use the Copart Transportation App; arrive on time or you may lose your place and need to reschedule. At arrival, mark yourself as arrived (Virtual Queue) and staff will move/load the vehicle to the loading area. For third‑party transporters, enter their email on Payments Due -> Send to Transporter; they will receive a Gate PIN and app link, and must book an appointment/check in. Title pick‑up is available at the yard (fee applies); mailing/delivery options also available with proper POA.
Policies
No driving vehicles off Copart premises; bring truck/trailer. Staff will move/load vehicles to the loading area.; Inspection visits require an appointment in the Copart Member App; reflective vests are required (one free annually for Premier Members).; Credit/debit card payments are limited to around US$20,000 per day; cardholder name must match the Member account; no phone card payments.; Cash payments generally limited (often fees only, up to ~$600); in‑person payments are subject to a $20 per‑vehicle surcharge and longer wait times.; Cashier’s checks are no longer accepted effective May 5, 2025; personal checks are not accepted.; Titles can be mailed (FedEx/USPS with POA), picked up at the yard ($20 per title per Member Fees page).
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Buyer authorization via ‘Send to Transporter’ (enter transporter’s email). Transporter must download and use the Copart Transportation App, use the provided Gate PIN, and book an appointment/check‑in.
Third Party Process
Buyer selects Send to Transporter from Payments Due and adds the transporter’s email (first time). Transporter receives email with Copart Transportation App link, Gate PIN, and instructions to schedule/check‑in. Transporter arrives, checks in via app with the Gate PIN, and staff loads the vehicle. Copart is not responsible for transporter damage/fees.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Photo ID; truck/trailer; appointment scheduled in the Copart Transportation App; on‑time arrival; Virtual Queue check‑in upon arrival.
Self Pickup Process
1) In Payments Due, select the vehicle(s) and choose Schedule Pickup. 2) Use the Copart Transportation App to book the time. 3) On the day of pickup, use the texted confirmation link or scan the onsite QR code to check into the Virtual Queue. 4) Staff moves the vehicle to the loading area and assists with loading. 5) Title can be picked up onsite if status is ready (fee applies).
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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