Copart - San Bernardino (CA - San Bernardino)

1203 S Rancho Ave Bldg 1, Colton, CA 92324, United States
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
100% online salvage and used vehicle auctions; weekly local sale; Buy It Now lots available; location uses lane categories (Run & Drive, Salvage, Motorcycles, Boats/Marine, Heavy Equipment, RVs, Other Goods).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Sales are held weekly on Thursday at 12:00 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Upcoming auctions are listed on the location page.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Copart Delivery can be ordered from the Payments Due page (Location & Delivery section). Typical timing: a few business days within 100 miles; up to ~2–3 weeks if farther. Delivery is provided via third-party tow providers; availability depends on vehicle.
Buyer Fee Details
3 business days including the day of sale (location page specifies charging rules for weekends/holidays and gives the day-by-day schedule).
Seller Fees
Not specified on public Copart pages for U.S. sellers. Copart does not publish a public seller fee schedule for this location.
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage for the first 3 business days including the day of sale. Storage is charged daily after the free period. Weekends/holidays are charged unless they occur within the first three days for online bids or first two days for Buy It Now. As posted for this location (rates as of 1/7/2019): Day 1 (Sale Day): FREE; Day 2: FREE; Day 3: FREE (Buy It Now: $5); Day 4: $5; Day 5: $10; Day 6: $15; Day 7: $20; Day 8: $25; Day 9: $25; Day 10+: $30. Copart also states generally that vehicles are held at no charge for up to three days, including the day purchased.
Who can Register
Online registration. Three membership types: Guest (Free), Basic ($99/year), Premier ($249/year + one-time refundable $400 deposit). Basic: bid up to $2,000 without a deposit; to bid more, deposit 10% of the total desired buying power. Premier: bid up to $100,000 per day with the $400 deposit. Public (non-dealer) buyers may purchase “No License Required” vehicles; many vehicles require business/dealer licenses based on state rules. If you lack required licenses, you can use a Copart-registered Broker/Market Maker.

Fees and Methods

Payment Methods
Accepted (U.S.): Secure electronic payments (recommended): Wire transfer; Debit card; MoneyGram Express; Western Union Quick Collect; ePay (select approved business Power Buyers); Available Funds. Non-secure electronic: Credit cards; Wallet apps (PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay). Physical methods: Company check (approved domestic business buyers only); Cash (may require ID). Important restrictions: In-person payments are subject to a $20 per-vehicle surcharge and longer wait times; Card payments cannot be made over the phone; typical daily card limit around $20,000. Cashier’s checks are NOT accepted effective May 5, 2025.
Bidding Methods
Online. Members can place Preliminary (pre-) bids and participate in Live online bidding via copart.com or Copart - Online Auto Auctions mobile app. On-site bidding kiosks in facility lobbies are available; items won via kiosk are exempt from Internet Bid Fees.

Rules and Notes

Extended Notes
- Exact apps and who needs them: 1) Copart - Online Auto Auctions (member app) for buyers to register, search, pre-bid and live-bid, and make payments (iOS: “Copart - Online Auto Auctions”; Android: “Copart - Online Auto Auctions”). 2) Copart Transportation app for transporters and also required for self-pickup to schedule appointments, check in, and use paperless gate passes/Gate PIN. - Payment methods: Copart’s U.S. Payment Options page details accepted methods (wire, debit, credit, wallet apps, Western Union, MoneyGram, select business ePay). As of May 5, 2025, cashier’s checks are no longer accepted. - Member/Bidding Fees: Copart publishes U.S. non-licensed buyer fee schedules (secured vs unsecured payments) and lists late and relist fees; additional gate/environmental fees are documented on the Member Fees help article. - Storage fee schedule on the San Bernardino location page includes explicit day-by-day rates and notes they are as of 1/7/2019; confirm at pickup since Copart notes storage rates may vary by location and time. - Business hours for this yard are Monday–Friday 8:00–17:00 local time; auctions are Thursdays at 12:00 PM. - Licensing: Public can buy “No License Required” vehicles; otherwise a broker/market maker can facilitate purchases when state-specific licenses are required.
Pickup Rules
Arrange payment and pickup within 3 days to avoid storage. Schedule pickup during business hours. Heavy/medium duty lots are self-load only. Flatbed trucks recommended. Buyers cannot drive vehicles off Copart property for legal/liability reasons. Self-pickup and third-party pickup use digital processes (appointment, virtual queue check-in, and Gate PIN).
Policies
Kiosk bids placed at Copart facilities are exempt from Internet Bid Fees.; Members cannot drive vehicles off Copart facilities; towing/transport is required.; Heavy and medium duty lots are self-load only.; Gate Pass PIN required for pickup; Members can find the PIN on Payments Due and send to transporters; transporter receives PIN and instructions.; Title services: Pick up titles at yard for $20 per title; mailing available via USPS ($15 up to 10 titles) or FedEx ($20 up to 10 titles) with Limited POA on file.; Late payment fee $50 if funds not received within 3 business days including day of sale; Relist fee 10% of sale price or $600 minimum at 8 calendar days.

Third Party

Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Authorize from Payments Due using Send to Transporter by entering the transporter’s email. Transporter receives email with download link for the Copart Transportation app and the vehicle’s Gate PIN. Transporter uses the app to schedule pickup and check in. Copart not responsible for third-party damage/fees.
Third Party Process
Member sends lots to transporter via Payments Due; transporter downloads and logs into Copart Transportation app, books appointment, checks in on arrival, presents paperless gate pass/Gate PIN, vehicle is moved to loading area for pickup.

Self Pickup

Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Schedule a pickup appointment; bring Member Number and lot numbers. Copart states you will receive a text with a confirmation link ~2 hours before the appointment to check into the Virtual Queue or you can scan the QR code on-site. Copart Transportation app is required if you plan to pick up vehicles yourself (for scheduling and paperless gate pass/Gate PIN). You cannot drive vehicles off the lot.
Self Pickup Process
1) From Payments Due, choose the vehicle(s) and select Schedule Pickup. 2) On appointment day, check in via the texted link to Virtual Queue or scan the entrance QR code. 3) Yard staff move the vehicle to the loading area and load it on your truck/trailer. 4) Optional: pick up title on-site (fee applies) or request mailing.
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