Copart - Miami South (FL - Miami South)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
100% online auctions (insurance, salvage, and clean title vehicles), weekly location auctions; also Buy It Now and Make an Offer options; Specialty and spotlight auctions are held across Copart (not necessarily at every yard).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Weekly location auction: Wednesday at 10:00 AM America/New_York. Location business hours: 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; estimated price is shown during checkout. Typical timing: a few business days within 100 miles; up to ~2–3 weeks if farther. Titles can be delivered with the vehicle at no extra charge if a valid POA is on file.
Buyer Fee Details
Up to 3 days free including day of sale (online auction wins). Buy It Now purchases: up to 2 days including day of purchase. Weekends/holidays are charged unless they fall within the first 3 days for online bids or the first 2 days for Buy It Now purchases.
Seller Fees
Not specified on public help or location pages (Copart directs buyers to log in for fee tables or contact Member Services).
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage up to 3 days including the day of sale for online auction wins. For Buy It Now purchases, free storage up to 2 days including the day of purchase (per footnote). After that, storage fees apply and vary by location; Copart directs members to the specific Location page for rates. You will not be charged storage if you order Copart Delivery within 3 days of the sale.
Who can Register
Anyone can register online for a Guest account, then purchase a Basic or Premier membership. Basic Membership ($99): bid on one vehicle at a time; up to $2,000 total bidding power with no deposit; to bid higher, deposit 10% of intended total bids (fully refundable). Premier Membership ($249): one refundable $400 deposit enables up to $100,000/day in bids and multiple simultaneous bids. Membership type does not change licensing eligibility; you must meet the state licensing requirements where the vehicle is located. All members must upload a valid government‑issued ID; additional documents may be required depending on state and vehicle type. If you lack required licenses, Copart offers Broker options.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Secure electronic methods (Wire Transfer; ePay for select business buyers; Debit Cards; MoneyGram Express; Western Union Quick Collect; Available Funds; Third‑Party Financing). Non‑secure electronic: Credit Cards; Wallet Apps (Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal). Physical: Company Check (domestic, approved business buyers only). Cash: accepted for fees only and subject to limits; NOT accepted to purchase vehicles. Additional notes: In‑person payments incur a $20/vehicle surcharge and may have long wait times; card payments cannot be made over the phone; daily card limits are around $20,000. Personal and international checks are not accepted.
Bidding Methods
Online only via Copart.com and the Copart mobile app. In‑person bidding is not offered.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Apps and who needs them: Buyers bid/pay/manage through the EXACT app “Copart - Online Auto Auctions” (Member app) and may schedule from web or app; transporters and anyone self‑picking up must use the EXACT app “Copart Transportation” to schedule, check in (Virtual Queue), and obtain paperless gate passes. Miami South location page sometimes shows lane breakdown (e.g., Lane A/B) and upcoming sale lists; always confirm sale dates/times there. Copart mentions secure‑funds discounts on fees when paying by secure methods (wire/debit/MoneyGram/Western Union). Storage fee dollar amounts are location‑specific and not listed publicly on help pages; Copart instructs checking the location page or contacting the yard for the current per‑day rate. For third‑party pickup, Copart emails the transporter a Gate PIN plus app link and instructions. Timing guidance for Copart Delivery: within ~100 miles in a few business days; farther distances may take ~2–3 weeks.
Pickup Rules
After payment, arrange vehicle removal promptly to avoid storage fees. Options: (1) Copart Delivery; (2) Self‑pickup; (3) Third‑party transporter. For self‑pickup or using your own transporter, the EXACT app required is “Copart Transportation” (transport app) — you must schedule a pickup appointment in the app, arrive on time, and mark arrival to enter the Virtual Queue; you will receive a text message with a confirmation link about 2 hours before your appointment or you can scan a QR code at the yard to check in. Yard staff move and load vehicles; for legal and safety reasons, vehicles cannot be driven off Copart property. Heavy and medium‑duty lots are self‑load only. First‑time transporter setup is done from your Payments Due page by selecting Send to Transporter; Copart emails the transporter a link to download the Copart Transportation App plus a Gate PIN and instructions to book the appointment and check in.
Policies
Vehicles cannot be driven off Copart property for legal and safety reasons; bring a suitable truck/trailer. Heavy and medium‑duty lots are self‑load only.; Title handling: pick up in person for a processing fee (Member Fees page lists $20 per title; a pickup article references $30 per title); mailing via USPS $15 per shipment (up to 10 titles) or FedEx $20 per shipment (up to 10 titles) with Limited POA. Titles can also be delivered with your vehicle via Copart Delivery when POA is on file.; Payments: In‑person payments incur $20/vehicle surcharge; cash is not accepted to purchase vehicles (cash allowed only for fees within limits). Card payments cannot be made over the phone; daily card limits around $20,000.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Authorize via Payments Due > Send to Transporter (enter transporter’s email the first time). Transporter must download and use the EXACT app “Copart Transportation.” Copart sends the transporter a Gate PIN and instructions to schedule the appointment and check in. Copart disclaims responsibility for any damage or transporter‑assessed fees.
Third Party Process
Select lots on Payments Due, click Send to Transporter, and assign transporter. Transporter schedules in the app, checks in on arrival (Virtual Queue), presents paperless gate pass/Gate PIN, and loads vehicle. Buyer receives updates through Copart systems; titles can be mailed or picked up by transporter with POA if authorized.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
EXACT app name: Copart Transportation (for scheduling, arrival check‑in, paperless gate passes). Government‑issued photo ID matching the account; paid invoice; proper transport (no driving vehicles off the lot). Arrive during business hours and on time for scheduled appointment.
Self Pickup Process
From Payments Due, select the vehicle(s) and Schedule Pickup. You’ll receive a text link ~2 hours before your appointment to check into the Virtual Queue; or scan the QR code at the entrance on arrival. Mark yourself arrived in the Copart Transportation app. Yard staff will move the vehicle to the loading area and load it onto your truck/trailer. Titles may be picked up in person for a processing fee and may involve long waits; alternatively authorize mailing or delivery with POA.
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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