Express Auto Auction
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
Internet donation auto auctions; open to the public and dealers. Weekly Wednesday (Main Otay lot) and select/every other Saturday (Vista lot).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Internet auction every Wednesday at 9:00 AM (Main Otay lot). Internet auction at 11:00 AM on select/every other Saturdays (Vista lot).
Auction Delivery Available
Not specified
Auction Delivery Details
N/A
Buyer Fee Details
Effectively through the stated deadlines: until Thursday 4:00 PM (for Wednesday auctions) and until Tuesday 4:00 PM (for Saturday auctions). After these times, a $50 late fee applies. Additional per‑day storage terms are not specified.
Seller Fees
Not specified (site states they can sell your vehicle for "little or no cost" but does not list a fee schedule).
Storage Holding Fees
Vehicles from Wednesday (Otay) auctions must be paid for and picked up by Thursday 4:00 PM; late payments/pickups incur a $50 late fee. Vehicles from Saturday (Vista) auctions must be paid for and picked up by Tuesday 4:00 PM; late payments/pickups incur a $50 late fee. Per-day storage charges beyond the late fee are not specified.
Who can Register
Open to the public and dealers. All private individuals and exporters must register in person and leave a $500 cash deposit before accessing the lot or bidding; deposit is refundable if you don’t win or choose not to bid. Online account Sign Up is available, but in-person registration and cash deposit are required to bid.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Cash, bank cashier’s check, money order. Deposit: $500 cash required prior to bidding. Not accepted: Credit cards (stated as not accepted). No financing offered.
Bidding Methods
Online. In-person bidding not specified. Onsite inspections are allowed prior to bidding.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Two operating yards are referenced: Main Office & Lot (Otay): 8920 Paseo De La Fuente Norte, San Diego, CA 92154; Vista Lot: 1069 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92083. The homepage reiterates that payment for both yards is made at the Otay office. The FAQ includes two slightly different statements about payment: it lists accepted methods as cash, cashier’s check, and money order, and separately states 'only cash is accepted' when describing how to pay; the broader FAQ and Auction Info pages support cash, cashier’s check, and money order for vehicle payment, with cash required for the deposit. Credit cards are explicitly not accepted per blog post. Auctions are described as 'online internet auctions' with onsite inspection; no mobile app, PIN/gate pass, queue, or transporter authorization system is described on the site.
Pickup Rules
For Wednesday (Otay) auctions: pay and pick up by Thursday 4:00 PM. For Saturday (Vista) auctions: pay and pick up by Tuesday 4:00 PM. Vehicles are sold AS‑IS, WHERE‑IS. Inspections allowed before bidding: you may start the engine and check under the hood; no test drives, do not put the transmission in drive, and no tools/computer equipment during preview. Payment for vehicles must be made at the Otay office address even for Vista yard vehicles (as stated on homepage event notes).
Policies
All vehicles sold AS‑IS, WHERE‑IS; no warranties expressed or implied.; Buyer responsible for DMV registration/transfer and all state fees.; Buyer fees apply (amounts posted on printed auction list and at facility; not listed online).; Deposit policy: $500 cash deposit required prior to bidding; deposit refundable if you do not win or choose not to bid. Failure to complete purchase within 48 hours may forfeit deposit as liquidated damages; dealer bidders that fail to proceed may owe a $500 relist fee and risk revocation of bidding privileges.; Preview/inspection allowed before bidding: may start engine and check under hood; no test drives; do not put transmission in drive; no tools or computer equipment during preview.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Not specified
Third Party Requirements
N/A
Third Party Process
N/A
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Pay within the stated deadline (Thursday 4:00 PM for Wednesday auctions; Tuesday 4:00 PM for Saturday auctions). Bring valid ID. Payment methods: cash, cashier’s check, money order. $500 cash deposit is required prior to bidding.
Self Pickup Process
Inspect vehicles during preview (e.g., Tuesday 8:30 AM–3:00 PM at Otay). After auction, pay at the main Otay office (address listed on site) within the deadline, then pick up the vehicle from the respective yard. Late pickup/payment incurs a $50 late fee. No appointment requirement is stated.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Express Auto Auction work?
Express Auto Auction works by allowing buyers to inspect vehicles and then bid during scheduled public sales designed for speed and volume.
How much do vehicles cost at Express Auto Auction?
The cost of vehicles at Express Auto Auction is determined by auction bidding and vehicle condition; no set list prices are published.
What are the benefits of Express Auto Auction?
Some of the benefits of Express Auto Auction include fast sale cadence, high inventory turnover, and accessible buying options.
What types of vehicles are available at Express Auto Auction?
The types of vehicles available at Express Auto Auction include used cars, trucks, fleet units, and trade-ins.
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