Klaus' Auto Auction (operated with/for Klaus' Towing)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
Abandoned/impounded vehicle auctions for Klaus' Towing; primarily public online auctions. Historical: on‑site live auctions reported in older listings.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Most recent documented format: Abandoned vehicle auctions run online about every 4 weeks, open ~6 days, and conclude Friday evening; preview on the closing Friday 12:00 PM–4:00 PM; pickup the following Saturday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Historical variations (older live auctions): Second or third Saturday schedules reported in past listings.
Auction Delivery Available
Not specified
Auction Delivery Details
No delivery or transport service is advertised by Klaus' Auto Auction/Klaus' Towing or Peak for this location.
Buyer Fee Details
No explicit free period beyond the designated removal day; storage up to $20/day may begin after the removal day.
Seller Fees
Not specified for Klaus' Auto Auction/Klaus' Towing. Note: Peak Auto Auctions states there are no fees to sell vehicles on its platform generally.
Storage Holding Fees
Vehicles not picked up on the designated removal day may be subject to storage fees up to $20 per day.
Who can Register
Open to the public; no dealer license required. Create a free buyer account to bid online. Winning bidders receive email notification and can pay via credit card on Peak or cash at the towing company within posted pickup dates. Individual auction terms may require a pre‑auction credit card authorization deposit.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted: Cash, credit card (with valid matching ID). Not accepted: Checks. Sales tax due on titled vehicles.
Bidding Methods
Online only (current practice) via Peak Auto Auctions website and mobile app. Historical in‑person bidding occurred at earlier live auctions.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Branding: 'Klaus' Auto Auction' auctions are associated with Klaus' Towing and currently run on the Peak Auto Auctions platform. Latest detailed terms for the Colorado Springs yard (3700 Wabash St) are documented in Peak/GoToAuction listings. Mobile app: Peak Auto Auctions has an official app ('Peak Auto Auctions') available on iOS/Android that supports buyers and sellers; it is for bidding and auction management, not a pickup gate‑pass or transporter check‑in app. Public access: Peak confirms auctions are open to the public and registration is free. Historical schedules and locations (e.g., 3880/3700/5880 Wabash; monthly Saturday live sales) appear in older listings; always defer to the specific current auction page for the exact preview/pickup windows, fees, and deposit terms.
Pickup Rules
Removal 9:00 AM–2:00 PM on the Saturday after auction close (unless otherwise posted). Vehicles must be pushed/pulled/towed out unless buyer has a dealer plate to drive out. No mechanical work on site. Limited number of tow trucks/trailers allowed inside at one time. Pickup reservation after auction is encouraged. Buyer must remove all contents; nothing can be left behind. Ownership transfers once payment fully clears.
Policies
Out‑of‑state buyers may only purchase FOR PARTS ONLY (no title provided).; Documentation provided typically includes: Bill of Sale, towing affidavit(s), VIN verification, and a copy of legal notice (Colorado residents/dealers receive paperwork needed to apply for title; emissions may be required separately).; All vehicles sold AS‑IS/WHERE‑IS with all faults; no warranties.; Age restriction: No persons under 18 allowed in the auction yard.; Safety: Outdoor gravel lot; moving vehicles; safety vests encouraged.; Payments due before close of pickup period; NO CHECKS accepted.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Not specified
Third Party Requirements
Not specified (no distinct transporter registration, app, or gate pass system described).
Third Party Process
Not specified.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Arrive during posted removal window; bring matching ID (required if paying by credit card); bring dealer plate if intending to drive vehicle out; otherwise must tow. Follow yard safety rules; reservation suggested due to limited space.
Self Pickup Process
After auction closes and payment is processed, attend removal at the tow yard during scheduled hours; check in with yard staff; yard limits the number of tow trucks/trailers at a time; buyer removes vehicle and all contents; no on‑site repairs allowed.
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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