Copart - Martinez (CA - Martinez)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
100% online vehicle auctions (used and salvage, clean and non-clean titles). Includes Buy It Now listings in addition to scheduled virtual auctions.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Sales are held multiple sale days per week at 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles. Lanes (e.g., Lane A and Lane B) commonly run concurrently; check the location page’s Upcoming Auctions for specific dates.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Copart Delivery (shipping arranged at checkout) available domestically. Typical timing: a few business days within ~100 miles; about 2–3 weeks if farther. Title can be mailed or sent with vehicle if Limited Power of Attorney is on file.
Buyer Fee Details
3 days free including the day of sale; storage fees start on day 4 unless Copart Delivery is ordered within 3 days.
Seller Fees
Not specified on Copart’s public site for this location.
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage for 3 days including the day of sale. After that, daily storage fees apply; amounts vary by location (amounts not listed for this yard on public pages). Ordering Copart Delivery within 3 days also avoids storage fees.
Who can Register
Membership types: Guest (browse only), Basic ($99/year) and Premier ($249/year + $400 refundable deposit). Government-issued photo ID required for activation; business buyers may also need a business license. Public (unlicensed) Members can bid on “No License Required” vehicles; otherwise a broker/third-party may be needed depending on state/title. Buying power: Basic can bid up to $2,000 without deposit; above that requires a 10% deposit of desired max bid; Premier provides up to $100,000 daily buying power.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: wire transfer (recommended for international buyers); debit and credit cards (approx. $20,000/day limit; cardholder must match account; not accepted over the phone); wallet apps (PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay); Western Union; MoneyGram; ePay/ACH for select high-volume business buyers; approved company checks (domestic business buyers only, with application). Not accepted: personal checks; international checks; cash for vehicle purchases (cash accepted only for fees up to $600, limits apply). In-person payments at Copart locations are subject to a $20 per-vehicle surcharge.
Bidding Methods
Online only via Copart.com and the Copart Member App; pre-bids can also be placed at yard kiosks. No in-lane, in-person bidding.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Apps and who needs them: Copart Member App (buyers) for browsing, bidding, payments, notifications, and Visitor Sign-In; Copart Transportation App (transporters and buyers who self-pick up) for scheduling pickups, check-in on arrival, and confirming pickups. Scheduling/queueing: Copart’s Visitor Sign-In/Virtual Queue manages walk-in previewing and pickups and requires an appointment for pickup. Title handling: titles can be mailed (USPS/FedEx) or picked up at the location (fee); Limited Power of Attorney is required for title mailing or to send the title with the transported vehicle. Payments: electronic payment is encouraged; in-person payments incur a $20 per-vehicle surcharge; card payments over the phone are not accepted. Storage: the free storage window is short (3 days including sale day) and storage charges after that are location-specific; plan shipping/pickup immediately to avoid fees.
Pickup Rules
Appointment required for vehicle pickup. Use Visitor Sign-In or the Copart Transportation App to schedule and check in. A Gate Pass PIN (unique per vehicle) and the Lot Number are required to schedule and pick up. Vehicles cannot be driven off Copart property; bring a suitable truck/trailer. Check in via app/text upon arrival (up to 2 hours before your appointment when near the location). Copart staff will move vehicles to the loading area and assist loading; medium/heavy duty lots are self-load only.
Policies
Gate Pass PIN required to schedule and pick up; replaces scheduling by Member Number + Lot Number.; Vehicles cannot be driven off Copart facilities; bring a truck/trailer.; Visitor Sign-In/Virtual Queue lets you wait in your vehicle and receive a text when it’s your turn.; Safety rules for visiting yard: safety vests and closed‑toe shoes required; tools not allowed; do not start vehicles without a Copart employee.; Late payment fee $50 per vehicle after 3 business days; relist fee 10% of sale price with $600 minimum after 8 calendar days.; Heavy and medium-duty lots are self-load only.; On-site vehicle previewing allowed for Members during business hours; guests may preview for a fee; safety vest required.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Assign to Transporter from Payments Due; transporter must use the Copart Transportation App; transporter receives email with Gate Pass PIN and instructions; appointment and check-in required; proper equipment required.
Third Party Process
Member selects lot(s) and uses Send/Assign to Transporter; transporter gets PIN and schedules pickup in the Transportation App, checks in on arrival, confirms pickup and delivery in-app.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Appointment required via Visitor Sign-In or Copart Transportation App; Gate Pass PIN and Lot Number; appropriate transport equipment (no driving vehicles off-site); follow yard safety rules (safety vest, closed-toe shoes).
Self Pickup Process
1) Pay invoice within 3 business days. 2) Schedule pickup and get in the virtual queue (Visitor Sign-In). 3) When within ~1 mile, check in via the link/app up to 2 hours before appointment. 4) On text notification, proceed to front desk; staff stages the vehicle for loading. 5) Load and depart; titles can be picked up (fee) or mailed.
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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