Copart - St. Louis (MO - St. Louis)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
100% online auto auctions featuring salvage, repairable, and some clean-title vehicles; includes Buy It Now, rental auctions, bank-repo and other sale types (availability varies by inventory).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Sales are held multiple sale days per week at 12:00 PM America/Chicago. The location page lists upcoming sale dates and lanes (e.g., Lane A/B/C) and shows auction times aligned to 12:00 PM CT (displayed as 10:00 AM PT on the page).
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Copart Delivery can be ordered from the Payments Due page; typical delivery is a few business days within ~100 miles and about two to three weeks if farther away. Pricing estimate shown at checkout; delivery can help avoid storage fees.
Buyer Fee Details
Online bids: 3 business days free including sale day; Buy It Now: 2 business days free including purchase day. Storage begins thereafter per published daily schedule.
Seller Fees
Not specified on the public St. Louis location page or Copart Help Center pages reviewed.
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage for the first 3 business days for online bids; for Buy It Now, free for the first 2 business days. Starting on day 4 for online bids and day 3 for Buy It Now, storage is charged daily on a graduated schedule shown on the location page. Storage is also charged on weekends/holidays unless those days fall within the initial free period (3 days for online bids, 2 days for Buy It Now).
Who can Register
Registration is online (Basic or Premier). All members must provide a valid government-issued ID. Eligibility to bid varies by state and title type; some vehicles require a business/dealer/dismantler license, while “No License Required” vehicles are open to the public. Deposits/Buying Power: Basic members can bid up to $2,000 without a deposit; to bid higher, deposit 10% of desired maximum bid. Premier members make a one-time $400 refundable deposit to bid up to $100,000 daily.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Wire transfer; debit card; credit card (domestic accounts; payer must be the primary account holder; daily card limit around $20,000; no phone payments; name on card must match account); wallet apps (Apple Pay/Google Pay/Samsung Pay, etc.); MoneyGram Quick Collect; Western Union Quick Collect; third-party financing (partner providers); available funds/ePay for approved business buyers; company check for approved domestic business buyers (with application). Limited cash acceptance for fees only (typically up to $600; limits vary). Not accepted: Personal checks. Cashier’s checks: no longer accepted effective May 5, 2025.
Bidding Methods
Online only via Copart.com VB3 platform and the Copart Mobile App; no in-person bidding.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Location clarification: The Copart St. Louis yard is in Bridgeton, Missouri (St. Louis County). The user-supplied 'Bridgeton, Montana' appears to be a mismatch; Bridgeton, MO is a St. Louis suburb and is the official address on Copart’s location page. The location page also displays a Sikeston, MO mailing address. App requirements: Buyers use the 'Copart - Online Auto Auctions' (Copart Member) app to bid/pay; pickup (both self-pickup and transporter) uses the 'Copart Transportation' app. Exact app names: 'Copart - Online Auto Auctions' (Member app) and 'Copart Transportation' (Transporter app).
Pickup Rules
Appointment required. For self-pickup: schedule pickup in the Copart Transportation App or via the link sent before your appointment; check in upon arrival (Virtual Queue/Visitor Sign-In). For third-party transporters: buyers send lots to the transporter from the Payments Due page; transporter receives a Gate PIN and instructions to book pickup and check in via the Copart Transportation App. Vehicles cannot be driven off the lot; Copart staff move and load to your truck/trailer. Safety: safety vest and closed-toe shoes required; tools (including diagnostic readers) are not allowed in the yard.
Policies
Gate Pass PIN is now required (with Lot Number) to schedule pickups; Members see the PIN on Payments Due and can send it to transporters.; Safety requirements when visiting a Copart location include safety vests and closed-toe shoes; tools are not permitted in the yard; minors must be accompanied; keep clear of loaders and equipment.; Title service fee when picking up titles in person may apply (service fee per title at pickup).; In-person payment surcharge: $20 per vehicle applies to payments made at Copart locations.; Payment card rules: credit/debit cards accepted with limits (around $20,000/day), must match the account holder; no phone payments; cashier’s checks no longer accepted effective May 5, 2025.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Buyer authorizes transporter from Payments Due (Send to Transporter). Transporter receives email to download the Copart Transportation App and a Gate PIN for the lot(s). Transporter must book an appointment and check in via the app.
Third Party Process
Transporter uses the Copart Transportation App to schedule a date/time, enters the office queue on arrival, presents the Gate PIN, and completes pickup. Copart is not responsible for transporter-caused damage or any transporter fees.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Buyer must schedule a pickup appointment; bring valid photo ID; use the Copart Transportation App or the texted link to check in to the Virtual Queue; Gate PIN is used for scheduling/verification.
Self Pickup Process
From Payments Due, choose Schedule Pickup. Arrive on time; use the confirmation link or on-site QR code to check into the Virtual Queue. Copart staff bring the vehicle to the loading area and load it onto your truck/trailer. Titles can often be picked up at the same time (service fee per title applies). Vehicles may not be driven off the lot.
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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