Dickensheet & Associates, Inc.
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
City & County of Denver Abandoned and Confiscated Vehicle Auctions; Second Chance Abandoned/Confiscated sales; Vehicles on behalf of towing/recovery companies (e.g., Colorado Auto Recovery, Maxx Auto Recovery, Majestic Towing); Vehicle Online Auction Events for estates/secured creditors; other personal property auctions (non‑vehicle).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
City & County of Denver Abandoned/Confiscated Vehicle Auctions: typically start on Wednesday evening (often 5:00–7:00 pm MT) and end Sunday at 2:00 pm MT; registration deadline typically the Saturday prior at 5:00 pm MT; payment due Monday (9:00 am–5:00 pm) and Tuesday morning (8:30 am–Noon) after the auction; removal on the Wednesday following the auction by appointment. Vehicle Online Auction Events at Wesley Ave facility: staggered online bidding, commonly ending Fridays at 2:00 pm MT with removal Friday after close and the following Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm MT. Schedules vary by event—always check the specific listing.
Auction Delivery Available
No
Auction Delivery Details
Shipping/delivery is not provided by the auctioneer; buyers must arrange their own towing/transport and removal within stated timeframes.
Buyer Fee Details
Not specified. Removal is required within the published windows; failure to remove by the deadline can result in default/nullification and the vehicle being towed/impounded or resold.
Seller Fees
Not specified on the public site. The company offers liquidation and remarketing services but does not publish a public seller fee schedule.
Storage Holding Fees
Not specified. Terms state failure to remove within the allotted time can result in nullification/default and reversion to seller; for Denver impound auctions, vehicles left in the yard or along adjacent streets may be towed/impounded at buyer expense.
Who can Register
Online registration (website/app) is required; company reserves the right to accept/reject registrations and will not approve PO Box addresses. For Denver impound vehicle auctions, all parties must be 18+ to participate or be present in the yard, and there is a registration deadline of the Saturday prior at 5:00 pm MT. Deposit: For vehicle purchases, a minimum non‑refundable 10% deposit is due immediately after bidding concludes; balance due by the next business day (timeframes vary by auction).
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted (varies by auction): Cash (at 1501 W. Wesley Ave during posted hours), wire transfer, Zelle (to sales@dickensheet.com with invoice in memo), certified/pre‑approved checks, and credit cards (Visa/MasterCard/Discover/American Express) with noted limits and/or convenience fees. Many Denver impound sales restrict where payment can be made—payment is not accepted at the impound lot; cash can be paid at Wesley or at Vectra Bank branches by stated deadlines. Card limits and fees vary by event (e.g., under $500 in some sales; 4% convenience fee or higher card premium in others).
Bidding Methods
Online only (website and mobile app). App allows real‑time and max (proxy) bidding. In‑person bidding is not specified on current listings.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Mobile bidding is via the official app “Dickensheet & Associates, Inc.” (iOS) and the BidWrangler web platform; Android app availability is indicated by site/app references and BidWrangler domain. The app explicitly supports max (proxy) bidding. Many listings emphasize that shipping is not provided by the auctioneer—buyers must arrange their own transport. Payment channel details (cash at Wesley, Vectra Bank deposits, Zelle, wire, card limits/fees) vary by auction—always read the ‘Payment Instructions’ on the specific event. For Denver impound auctions, winners receive a Monday email with a SignUpGenius link to book removal; paperwork/keys (if applicable) are provided at the gate only to the authorized driver. Vehicles cannot be driven off the lot or towed immediately outside the fence line; immediate towing off City property is required.
Pickup Rules
Denver impound vehicle auctions: vehicles must be towed off City property—no driving permitted; removal by appointment only via a SignUpGenius link emailed to winners; bring a paid invoice (hard copy or on device) and a copy of the registered bidder’s state‑issued photo ID for the driver; only one person may enter the lot per invoice; for large sales, removal times are 8:30 am–3:00 pm (check‑in by 2:30 pm); for smaller sales, removal times 8:30 am–2:00 pm (check‑in by 1:30 pm); no locksmith/tire/battery service permitted on‑lot; tow trucks/flatbeds preferred; trailers/dollies allowed only with powered winches—no tow straps/push/pull methods. Other vehicle auctions at Wesley typically allow removal during posted business hours without an appointment unless stated.
Policies
All vehicles sold As‑Is, Where‑Is; City/impound auctions provide no inspection beyond photos/video; no warranties; City may accept/reject any bids.; 18+ only for participation and presence in the impound yard.; Catalytic converter disclosure for impound auctions: no guarantee a converter is present; no refunds/discounts if missing.; Duplicate paperwork fees: City impound vehicles—$10 for duplicates; some third‑party towing auctions (e.g., Maxx) list $50 within 30 days.; No on‑lot services (no locksmith, tire repairs, battery replacements) at Denver impound auctions.; Tow‑out safety/equipment rules for impound removal: tow truck/flatbed preferred; trailers/dollies allowed only with powered winch; no tow straps or push/pull; one driver only in the vehicle during tow‑out.; If purchased lots are not paid/removed within specified times at some vehicle events, items may be disposed/resold and bidder privileges revoked.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Authorized transporter must have a copy of the paid invoice and a copy of the registered bidder’s state‑issued photo ID; must adhere to appointment times and towing rules; no on‑lot repair services; powered winch required if using trailers/dollies.
Third Party Process
Buyer authorizes transporter and forwards the paid invoice and ID copy; transporter checks in at the gate at the scheduled appointment, presents paperwork, receives paperwork/keys (if applicable) and tows the vehicle out following the lot’s safety rules.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Paid invoice required; valid government‑issued photo ID (registered bidder) may be requested; for Denver impound auctions, appointment via SignUpGenius is required and only one person per invoice may enter; vehicles must be towed—no driving off lot.
Self Pickup Process
For impound auctions: wait for the Monday email with the SignUpGenius link, schedule one appointment per vehicle, arrive during your slot, present paid invoice and ID, receive paperwork/keys at the gate, and follow tow‑out procedures. For Wesley vehicle auctions: pay by the deadline and remove during the listed removal windows; bring tools/assistance—loading help is not provided unless specified.
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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