Copart - SC - Columbia
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
100% online salvage and used vehicle auctions. VB3 platform with Preliminary (pre‑bid) and Live Online bidding; ‘Buy It Now’ and Make/Counter Offer options also available.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Sales are held Friday at 10:00 AM (America/New_York). Location business hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00 (local time).
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Copart Delivery can be ordered from the Payments Due page; estimates shown per lot. Typical timing: a few business days within ~100 miles; up to ~2–3 weeks if farther.
Buyer Fee Details
Up to three days free including the day of sale; storage fees accrue after that (rates vary by location and are not listed for SC–Columbia on the public page).
Seller Fees
Not specified on the SC–Columbia location page or Copart’s general buyer-facing help pages. Copart’s seller/consignment agreements are not publicly itemized by location on the main site.
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage for up to three days including the day of sale; storage fees begin after that and vary by location. Exact daily storage rate for SC–Columbia is not listed on the public page (Not specified).
Who can Register
Registration is online (Basic or Premier). Basic: bid up to $2,000 with no deposit; to bid more, deposit 10% of desired buying power. Premier: one-time, fully refundable $400 deposit provides up to $100,000/day buying power. Licensing: In South Carolina, individuals (without business licenses) require a Broker to bid on both clean and salvage title vehicles; dealers/dismantlers/general businesses/exporters must provide applicable SC licenses and tax documents.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Wire transfer; ePay/ACH (approved business buyers); debit cards (limits apply, e.g., around $20,000/day online/in person); MoneyGram Express; Western Union Quick Collect; third‑party financing; credit cards and wallet apps (classified as non-secure funds); available funds on account. Not accepted for vehicle purchases: Cash (cash may be accepted for fees only); phone payments are not accepted; in‑person payments are subject to a $20 per‑vehicle surcharge and potential wait times.
Bidding Methods
Online only (web browser and Copart Member App). No in‑person bidding. VB3 supports multi‑auction screens for Premier members.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Exact app names and who needs them: 1) Copart Member App (for buyers to search, bid, pay, manage lots); 2) Copart Transportation App (required for transporters and for buyers doing self‑pickup—used to schedule pickup, check in, and obtain paperless gate passes; app also supports entering the office queue). The Transportation App listing explicitly highlights: scheduling appointments, entering the office queue for pickups, and acquiring paperless gate passes. Authorization: every lot has a Gate Pass PIN that is used by Members and transporters to schedule and pick up. Bidding formats: Preliminary (pre‑bid/Max Bid), Live (VB3), Buy It Now, Make/Counter Offer; live auctions feature Monster Bid and Bonus Time. Fees note: Copart publishes multiple US fee schedules (e.g., gate fee $79 vs $95) depending on buyer category and program; always verify the applicable fee table in your account before bidding. Storage rate amounts for SC–Columbia are not listed on the public location page; only the 3‑day free period and that rates vary by location are stated.
Pickup Rules
After payment, schedule a pickup appointment. For self‑pickup or using your own transporter, download and use the Copart Transportation App to schedule, check‑in upon arrival, and obtain a paperless gate pass. You must bring suitable transport (no driving vehicles off the lot). Titles may be picked up in person (handling fee applies) or shipped.
Policies
Gate Pass PIN is required to schedule pickups; Members find the PIN on Payments Due and transporter receives it by email.; Vehicles may not be driven off Copart property for insurance and safety reasons; towing/transport required.; In‑person payments at facilities are subject to a $20 per‑vehicle surcharge; Copart recommends electronic payments.; Title handling/shipping options: USPS $15 (up to 10 titles) or FedEx $20 (up to 10–20 titles); $20 per‑title handling fee if picked up at the location.; South Carolina licensing: Individuals without business licenses must use a Broker to bid on clean and salvage titles in SC.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Assign transporter via Payments Due > Send to Transporter (enter transporter’s email). Transporter must download and use the Copart Transportation App and will receive the 4‑digit Gate Pass PIN and instructions.
Third Party Process
Buyer assigns lots to transporter; transporter schedules pickup in the app, checks in on arrival, presents Gate PIN; yard loads vehicle. Copart is not responsible for 3rd‑party transporter damage or fees.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Copart Transportation App; Gate Pass PIN for the lot; valid ID; trailer or transporter (no driving off lot). Appointment required; check‑in via app upon arrival.
Self Pickup Process
From Payments Due, choose Schedule Pickup for the won lot(s). Use the Transportation App to book a time, mark yourself as arrived, and receive a paperless gate pass; yard staff will bring the vehicle to the loading area and load it.
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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