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Auction Details
Auction Format
In Person
Auction Type
Weekly digital salvage auction (open to the public in MT) at the Billings branch; platform also offers Buy Now (set-price purchases available between auctions).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Weekly branch auction. Branch notes: Every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Mountain Time (MT). The branch page also lists specific upcoming sale dates showing 10:30 a.m. (CDT) due to site-wide time display; use 9:30 a.m. local MT for Billings. Onsite preview available 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. local time the day before auction.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
IAA Transport offers door‑to‑door delivery within the continental U.S. and to select international destinations (Europe door‑to‑door). Quotes available online before purchase; real‑time status updates provided. Local Auto Tow service can automatically route vehicles to a designated local drop‑off if enabled.
Buyer Fee Details
Day vehicle was awarded + 4 business days free; $50/day thereafter.
Seller Fees
Not specified on the public Billings or IAA U.S. sites reviewed.
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage period: Day vehicle was awarded + 4 business days. Storage fee after free period: $50.00 per day. Vehicles can be picked up on sale day.
Who can Register
Billings auction is open to public buyers (no dealer license required in MT) and to licensed business buyers. Registration is done online (IAAI.com or via the IAA Buyer App). IAA states an annual registration fee is required; the U.S. registration page lists a $200 registration fee at sign‑up. Free guest accounts are available to browse; you must upgrade and submit required documents before bidding. Deposit/bid limit requirements are not specified on the public U.S. site.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: MoneyGram (U.S. locations, excluding Walmart) up to $9,000 per transaction with multiple transactions allowed per day; PayPal (online and in IAA Buyer App); I‑Pay (ACH) for U.S. Licensed Business accounts only; Credit/Debit cards (online/in-app/in-branch) with daily limits of $2,500 for Public Accounts and $20,000 for Licensed Business Accounts; Cash at branch (limit $500/day per branch); Cash equivalents: cashier’s checks, certified checks, traveler’s checks (no stated daily limit). Wire transfer/account credit (no daily limit). Not accepted/limitations: American Express not accepted for cards; USPS money orders not accepted starting June 1, 2024; MoneyGram payments cannot be made at Walmart locations; no in-person payments at Buyer Services/Corporate offices. In-branch payment fee: $20 for cash/money order/cashier’s/company checks.
Bidding Methods
Online only via IAA AuctionNow on IAAI.com or through the IAA Buyer App. In-person bidding is not offered (no in-branch kiosk bidding).
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Apps and who needs them: Buyers use the “IAA Buyer App” (App Store listing name: “IAA Buyer Salvage Auctions”) to search, bid, and pay; transporters in IAA’s tow network use the “IAA Tow” app to receive dispatches and schedule pickups. The Billings page confirms public access in MT; however, IAA’s detailed Buyer Fee Schedule is referenced but not publicly posted—only late/in‑branch payment fees are visible without login. Time zone note: the Billings branch notes show 9:30 a.m. MT weekly, while the site’s auction list may display Central Time; defer to local MT. For document/gate‑pass specifics, the Billings page does not state a PIN or printed gate pass requirement; certain IAA pages for online‑exclusive lanes indicate a post‑payment email can serve as the release, but Billings‑specific release instructions are not listed.
Pickup Rules
Pickup hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MT (yard closes earlier than office). Vehicles can be picked up on sale day. Transport drivers and towers must wear a highly visible safety vest on IAA property. IAA loaders are not permitted to lift more than 11,000 lbs; transporters must have proper equipment and are responsible for loading. Specific gate pass/PIN or document requirements are not specified on the Billings page. For pickup status, call 877‑272‑6665.
Policies
Days to Pay: Domestic buyers have auction day + 2 days; foreign buyers auction day + 4 days. Payment due by 5:00 p.m. branch local time on the due date; late fee $50 or 2% (whichever is greater).; Onsite preview: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. local time the day before auction.; MoneyGram payments cannot be made at Walmart locations; transporters can pay on a buyer’s behalf using invoice details.; IAA is an all‑digital auction platform (AuctionNow); no in‑branch kiosk bidding.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Transport drivers/towers must wear a high‑visibility safety vest and use appropriate equipment. The public U.S. site does not specify a PIN or gate-pass requirement for Billings; some IAA pages note that post‑payment email instructions can serve as a release for certain virtual/online exclusive pickups.
Third Party Process
Buyer arranges transport and ensures payment is completed. For IAA-arranged delivery, use IAA Transport. For external carriers, follow branch yard rules and hours; contact the branch or Buyer Services for any release specifics. IAA also provides an IAA Tow App for transporters in IAA’s tow network (not for buyers).
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Pay in full by due date. Safety vest required on yard. The Billings page does not list specific documents required (e.g., gate pass/Bill of Sale) for self-pickup.
Self Pickup Process
Arrive during yard hours (Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MT). Branch yards close earlier than offices to allow time for pullout/loading. Vehicles may be picked up on sale day. For pickup status questions, call 877‑272‑6665. Loading over 11,000 lbs is not performed by IAA.
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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