IAA Fresno (CA)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
In Person
Auction Type
Branch holds weekly salvage/insurance vehicle sales via IAA Live (digital) auctions. Platform-wide additional formats include: Timed Auctions, Buy Now, Dream Rides (exotics/classics), Rec Rides (powersports), Specialty (commercial/HD), and Virtual Lane (buy now inventory).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Weekly sale: Every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. PT (site also lists Tuesday 11:30 a.m. CDT for the same sale). 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. For port deliveries to unsupported countries, a Dock Receipt must be emailed to IAA Transport at time of order. Contact IAA Transport: Toll‑free (855) 694‑7502, IAATransport@iaai.com. Auto Tow option can automatically deliver each purchased vehicle to a preset local drop location.
Buyer Fee Details
Day vehicle was awarded + 3 days free; must be secured within 5 business days or IAA may relocate (additional fees apply).
Seller Fees
Not specified on the public IAA Fresno page or linked IAA marketing/help pages.
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage: Day vehicle was awarded + 3 days. Purchases must be secured within 5 business days; after that IAA may relocate the vehicle and standard transportation/storage fees will apply. Storage Fee: $50.00 (amount shown on branch page; frequency not explicitly stated, typically per day but not specified here).
Who can Register
IAA supports two buyer types: Individual (Public) Buyers and Licensed Business Buyers. Public buyers can bid only at auctions/vehicles open to the public (varies by state) and may need a broker in states that restrict public buying (e.g., California often requires licensed business or broker for many salvage units). Licensed Business Buyers can bid where their license meets state rules. Registration is online (website or via IAA Buyer App) with document upload. A $200 registration fee is required at sign‑up (credit/debit card).
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Branch page lists: In person – Cash, Credit Card (less than $250), Certified Check. Online – I‑Pay (Licensed Business Buyer only) or Wire Transfer. The IAA How to Pay page additionally lists: MoneyGram (in person at MoneyGram locations; transporters can pay on your behalf using your invoice details), PayPal (online and in the IAA Buyer App), Credit/Debit Cards online and in-app with daily limits ($20,000 Licensed Business; $2,500 Public) and American Express not accepted; one year of established purchase history required for online card use. Cash daily limit shown as $500 on How to Pay page.
Bidding Methods
Online only via IAA AuctionNow on web or IAA Buyer App. The AuctionNow FAQ notes buyers must bid from their own device; no in-branch kiosks provided.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Apps: EXACT names and users — IAA Buyer App (for buyers to bid/pay; iOS and Android) and IAA Tow App (for transporters/tow partners to receive dispatches and schedule pickups). The Fresno branch page displays auction time in CDT; the branch note clarifies the local sale time is 9:30 a.m. PT. Safety vest is mandatory for transporters entering the yard. Some IAA pages reference a generic ‘Gate Pass’ after payment; Fresno’s U.S. page specifically notes that the release email functions as the pickup release form.
Pickup Rules
Pickup hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. PT (yard closes earlier than office). Vehicles can be picked up on sale day. For pickup status, call 877‑272‑6665. Transport drivers/towers must wear a high‑visibility safety vest on IAA property. IAA loaders will not lift items >11,000 lbs; transporters must have proper equipment and are solely responsible for loading.
Policies
AuctionNow is digital-only; buyers must bid from their own device. No in-branch kiosks available.; Late payment fee: $50.00 or 2% (whichever is greater). Payment due by 5:00 p.m. local time on payment due date.; Release email serves as the release form used to pick up vehicles (IAA guidance).; Transporters can pay on a buyer’s behalf using MoneyGram with the buyer’s invoice details.; Preview window: the day before auction, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. local time (subject to branch updates).
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Transporter must comply with IAA yard safety (high‑visibility vest) and loading policies; must have buyer’s release/invoice information. IAA Tow App is for IAA’s registered transporter partners to receive dispatches and schedule pickups.
Third Party Process
Option A: Use IAA Transport for door‑to‑door delivery. Option B: Arrange your own transporter; provide them with the IAA release/invoice details; they check in during yard hours and load according to IAA rules. IAA notes transporters can pay via MoneyGram on buyer’s behalf using invoice details if needed.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Payment must be confirmed. Pickup within yard hours; safety vest required for anyone entering the yard. Release is provided by IAA after payment (IAA notes that a release email serves as the pickup release form).
Self Pickup Process
1) Pay invoice. 2) Receive IAA release (email serves as release form). 3) Arrive during yard hours; wear safety vest. 4) Check in and provide stock/invoice details; follow yard loading rules (IAA loaders cannot lift >11,000 lbs). 5) Depart once vehicle is loaded.
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