Copart - Scranton
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
100% online auto auctions. Location has lanes grouping vehicles by type/condition (e.g., Run & Drive, Rental Cars, Motorcycles, Marine, Heavy Equipment, RVs, Salvage). Copart also promotes categories across the platform such as Night Cap Sales, Bank-Repo, Rental Auctions, Wholesale, and Copart Select.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Sales are held Wednesdays at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. Business hours Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM ET.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Copart Delivery can be selected and paid during checkout. Typical timing: a few business days if within 100 miles of the location; about 2–3 weeks if farther away. Ensure shipping information is up to date.
Buyer Fee Details
Online bids: 3 business days free (including day of sale); Buy It Now: 2 business days free. Storage fees accrue daily thereafter per posted schedule; weekends/holidays charged unless within the free period.
Seller Fees
Not specified (no public seller fee schedule found on official site).
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage for online bids: Day 1 (day of sale) and Day 2 and Day 3 are free; storage begins Day 4 at $5/day, Day 5 $10/day, Day 6 $15/day, Day 7 $20/day, Day 8 $25/day, Day 9 $25/day, Day 10+ $30/day. For Buy It Now purchases: Day 1 and Day 2 free; Day 3 $5/day, Day 4 $5/day, then same escalation as above. Weekends/holidays are charged unless they fall within the free period.
Who can Register
Public buyers can register online as Basic or Premier Members. Licensing requirements vary by state and vehicle/title type; Copart provides licensing help and broker options for members without required credentials. Deposits: Basic Members can bid up to $2,000 without a deposit; to bid more they must deposit 10% of the total intended active bids. Premier Members make a one-time $400 deposit and can bid up to $100,000 per day.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Wire transfer; Debit cards; Credit cards; Wallet apps (Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal); Western Union Quick Collect; MoneyGram; ePay (approved business buyers); Available/Unapplied Funds; Third-party financing. Physical payments at locations incur a $20/vehicle surcharge and long wait times. Cash: Not accepted to purchase vehicles; may be accepted for fees only (typically up to $600, limits vary by location). Company checks: Domestic business buyers only with prior approval; personal checks not accepted. Cashier’s checks: Accepted historically but will no longer be accepted effective May 5, 2025. Card payments cannot be made over the phone.
Bidding Methods
Online only (no in-person bidding). Bid via copart.com or the Copart Mobile App; participate in pre-bid and live online stages.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Exact apps and who needs them: 1) Copart Transportation App (transporters and buyers who self-pickup) — required to schedule pickup, check in on arrival, and use paperless gate passes; transporters receive email setup from your authorization. 2) Copart - Online Auto Auctions (Member App) — for buyers to search, bid (VB3 pre-bid + live), make payments, manage watchlist, and optionally use Visitor Sign-In. Queue/appointments: Visitor Sign-In (virtual queue) is used at locations; Copart notes appointment is required for vehicle pickup and Premier Members skip the line. Driving/transport: Vehicles cannot be driven off the lot; bring truck/trailer or arrange transport. Fees summary highlights: Gate Fee $95, Environmental Fee $15, Virtual Bid Fees by tier, Late $50 after 3 business days, Relist 10%/$600 min after 8 calendar days, location-specific storage schedule posted on the Scranton page. Payment clarifications: Cash is not accepted to buy vehicles (fees only, limited); personal checks not accepted; company checks require approval; cashier’s checks discontinued effective May 5, 2025; card payments not accepted by phone.
Pickup Rules
Pickup requires an appointment and check-in. Use Visitor Sign-In or the Copart Transportation App to schedule and check in; you cannot drive vehicles off the lot—bring a truck/trailer or use a transporter. On arrival, mark yourself as arrived in the app; Copart staff will move the vehicle to the loading area and load it. Third-party transporters must be authorized through your account; Copart is not responsible for third-party transporter damage.
Policies
Visitor Sign-In (virtual queue) lets you reserve your spot in line from your car; Copart states an appointment is required for vehicle pickup. Premier Members receive priority in line.; Safety requirements on site include wearing a safety vest and closed-toe shoes in storage areas; only registered Members may enter storage areas.; Titles: Copart offers mailing (fees apply) or in-person pickup with a per-title handling fee; Limited Power of Attorney may be required for mailed titles.; Payments must be completed within 3 business days to avoid a $50 late fee; unpaid lots after 8 calendar days are relisted with a fee (10% of sale price, $600 minimum).
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Assign vehicles to a transporter from the Payments Due page; first-time transporters receive an email with instructions and must use the Copart Transportation App. Paperless gate passes are issued via the app. Buyer authorization is required.
Third Party Process
Buyer selects Assign to Transporter; transporter schedules pickup in the Copart Transportation App, checks in on arrival, presents digital gate pass, and confirms pickup/delivery in-app. Copart disclaims responsibility for damage by third-party transporters.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Buyer must schedule an appointment (Visitor Sign-In or Copart Transportation App), present valid ID; bring truck/trailer—driving off the lot is not allowed; comply with safety rules on site.
Self Pickup Process
1) Pay in full. 2) Schedule pickup using Visitor Sign-In or the Copart Transportation App; check in on arrival. 3) Mark arrived; staff moves vehicle to loading area and loads it. 4) Titles can be picked up in person for a per-title handling fee (expect wait times) 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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