Copart - San Diego (CA - San Diego)

Online only (Copart.com and Copart - Online Auto Auctions mobile app). Pre‑Bid (web/app and yard kiosk), Live Bid (web/app), Max Bid, Monster Bid, Buy It Now, Make an Offer, Counter Bids.

Mobile apps and who needs them: EXACT app names: “Copart - Online Auto Auctions” (buyers/members to search, bid, pay, and schedule inspections) and “Copart Transportation” (transporters AND buyers doing self‑pickup; used to schedule pickup appointments, enter the office queue, and obtain paperless gate passes). Gate Pass PIN: As of Aug 19, 2023, a Gate Pass PIN + Lot Number is required to schedule pickups; the old method using Member # + Lot # was retired. Visitor Sign‑In/Virtual Queue: scan QR at the location entrance or use Member/Transportation app to get in line and receive text when it’s your turn; Premier Members get priority and a complimentary safety vest yearly. Payments: Card payments cannot be done by phone; MoneyGram/Western Union options available; ensure wire/account names match your Copart account; in‑person payments may incur a $20/vehicle surcharge. Title fees: Member‑fees page lists $20 per‑title handling for in‑person pickup; some Help Center articles reference $30—defer to the Member Fees page for current pricing. Delivery: Copart Delivery avoids storage charges when purchased through Copart and ships to most street addresses in the continental U.S. Lanes on the San Diego page describe typical categories (Run & Drive, Rental, Salvage, Marine, Heavy Equipment, RV, etc.) but actual mix varies by sale day.

Pickup appointments are required. Vehicles cannot be driven off Copart property (legal/liability reasons)—bring a truck/trailer or use a transporter. Use the Copart Transportation App to schedule pickup and to mark arrival. Safety rules apply on site (safety vest and closed‑toe shoes required; no minors in the storage area; other posted yard rules). Gate Pass PIN is used for pickup scheduling and release; members send lots to transporters via “Send to Transporter,” which emails the PIN and instructions. Titles: can be mailed with a valid Limited Power of Attorney, picked up in person (handling fee applies), or authorized for pickup by your transporter.

Auctions are 100% online; VB3 includes Preliminary (Pre‑Bid) and Live virtual bidding, plus Bonus Time and Monster Bid.; Vehicles are sold AS‑IS, WHERE‑IS. Members are responsible for safe and legal removal; Copart may assist loading but assumes no liability for securement.; On‑site safety rules include mandatory safety vests and closed‑toe shoes; minors restricted; follow yard cautions.; Inspection appointments can be scheduled in the Copart Member App; use Visitor Sign‑In/Virtual Queue at the location.

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Paid in full; Gate Pass PIN for each lot; government ID; truck/trailer (no driving off lot); safety vest and closed‑toe shoes. Use Copart Transportation App to book appointment and check in; use Visitor Sign‑In/Virtual Queue on arrival.

1) In Payments Due, pay invoices. 2) Retrieve Gate Pass PIN(s). 3) In Copart Transportation App, add lot(s) and schedule pickup appointment. 4) Upon arrival, mark ‘Arrived’ in app or scan Visitor Sign‑In QR to enter virtual queue; present digital/paperless gate pass and ID. 5) Yard moves vehicle to loading area and assists with loading; member is responsible for proper securement. 6) Title options: mailed (POA), in‑person pickup with handling fee, or authorized pickup by transporter.