Auction Details
Auction Format
In Person
Auction Type
Weekly live digital salvage auction (branch-run). IAA platform also offers Timed Auctions, Buy Now, Specialty, Electric Vehicle Auctions, Rec Rides, and Virtual Lane/Online Exclusive sales.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Weekly branch auction every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. ET. Vehicle onsite preview available 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. local time the day before the scheduled auction.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
IAA Transport offers branch-to-door delivery. U.S. door-to-door to any residential or business address in the continental U.S.; select international delivery available (e.g., Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia). Quotes available online; option to add Auto Tow for automatic local delivery routing. Contact IAA Transport at IAATransport@iaai.com or (855) 694-7502.
Buyer Fee Details
Day of award + 4 business days free; secure within 5 business days or relocation/fees may apply.
Seller Fees
Not specified
Storage Holding Fees
Number of free storage days: day vehicle was awarded + 4 business days. Purchases must be secured within 5 business days of purchase; after that IAA may relocate the vehicle (standard transport/storage fees apply). Storage fee listed as $50.00 (per day after free period).
Who can Register
IAA accounts can be created online. To bid, upgrade to a paid Buyer account ($200 registration fee). Licensed Business Buyers can bid where their license meets state requirements. Individual (public) buyers must confirm the vehicle is available for public purchase by checking the “Who Can Bid” section on the vehicle detail page. Registration requires government-issued ID and, for business accounts, appropriate licensing; documents can be submitted via the IAA Buyer App or website.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Branch page lists: In-person: Cash, Credit Card (less than $250), Certified Check. Online: I-Pay (Licensed Business Buyers) or Wire Transfer. Company payments page additionally lists: MoneyGram (U.S., up to $9,000 per transaction; multiple transactions allowed), PayPal, Credit/Debit Cards (daily limit $2,500 for Public accounts; $20,000 for Licensed Business; American Express not accepted; processing fee applies), Wire Transfer/Account Credit workflow. Cash accepted in-branch up to $500/day per branch; cashier’s/official bank checks accepted only if remitter matches buyer/owner/employee; USPS money orders not accepted starting June 1, 2024.
Bidding Methods
Online only via IAA AuctionNow on IAAI.com or the IAA Buyer App. Branch kiosks/in-person bidding not available.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Apps and who needs them: Buyers use the IAA Buyer App (to bid, buy, pay, and receive alerts). Transporters/tow partners use the ‘IAA Tow’ app to receive dispatches and manage pickups. IAA Transport can be purchased/managed online and is also integrated in the IAA Buyer App experience. Auctions are all-digital (AuctionNow); no in-lane bidding or branch kiosks. Payment options and limits are stricter online (e.g., no American Express; credit/debit limits; MoneyGram available; USPS money orders not accepted since 6/1/2024).
Pickup Rules
Pickup during yard hours. Vehicles can be picked up on sale day. Transport drivers/towers must wear a highly visible safety vest on IAA property. IAA loaders will not lift items >11,000 lbs; transporters are responsible for loading and must have proper equipment/qualification. Central NJ notes: No loading for units over 9,999 lbs, boats or RVs; carriers picking up more than one unit or special-haul units must arrive 60 minutes before yard closing.
Policies
Safety PPE: Transport drivers/towers must wear a highly visible safety vest on IAA property.; IAA loaders will not lift items greater than 11,000 lbs; transporters are solely responsible for loading heavier/special units.; Central NJ branch driving directions note an additional Spring Valley lot (hours 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.).; Englishtown branch nearby does not accept in-person payments; it directs in-person payments to Central New Jersey (426 Texas Rd, Morganville).
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Buyers may arrange their own transporter or use IAA Transport. IAA’s transporter network uses the “IAA Tow” app (exact app name: IAA Tow) for tow partners. Transporters can register as outbound vehicle transporters at an IAA branch and use the app to receive dispatches and schedule pickups.
Third Party Process
Buyer completes payment and coordinates release; transporter checks in during yard hours wearing a safety vest and follows branch loading limits. If using Online Exclusive/Virtual Lane providers, IAA sends an email with pickup instructions and that email serves as the release for pickup.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Payment must be posted first. Government-issued photo ID matching the IAA buyer account. Safety vest required for anyone on yard. Observe weight/loading restrictions; no loading for >9,999 lbs units, boats or RVs at this branch.
Self Pickup Process
After payment, check ‘Won Vehicles’ and pickup status; arrive during yard hours. Vehicles can be picked up on sale day. Carriers picking up multiple/special-haul units should arrive at least 60 minutes before yard closing for loading.
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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