North Bay Auto Auction (America's Auto Auction – Northern California)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Both
Auction Type
• Weekly wholesale dealer auction (Repo, Fresh Trade & Consignment). • Simulcast/online dealer sale. • GSA Fleet sales (public, internet-only). • Periodic specialty/INOP sale (Tow & Toy) and other special events as listed by industry directory.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
• Thursday Morning Sale — 9:00 AM PT: REPO, Fresh Trade & Consignment (Dealer and Internet). • Tuesday Afternoon Sale — NOON PT: REPO, Fresh Trade & Dealer Consignment (appears on calendar for some weeks). • Additional variations historically listed by industry directory: Tuesday Afternoon Auction — 4:00 PM; Thursday Morning Auction — 10:00 AM; Tow & Toy (INOP) Sale — Thursdays 9:30 AM; Mexico City Night — First Tuesday of every month.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes (for dealer purchases via integrated transport ordering in EDGE Pipeline; third‑party carrier fulfillment).
Auction Delivery Details
Post‑sale integrated transportation is listed for North Bay Auto Auction within EDGE Pipeline’s transport-enabled auction list; buyers can order shipping within the platform (partner Montway Auto Transport integration).
Buyer Fee Details
Dealer auctions: Not specified. GSA: Removal required within 10 calendar days of award email; any extra storage beyond that is a separate arrangement between buyer and auction; fees not specified.
Seller Fees
Not specified on the public pages (dealer/seller fee schedule not published).
Storage Holding Fees
Dealer auction storage fees: Not specified. For GSA sales hosted at this location: vehicles must be removed within 10 calendar days from award email; additional storage time and any costs must be arranged directly with the auction house. Specific storage fee amounts are not stated.
Who can Register
• Dealer auctions: Dealers register via the site’s NBAA Dealer Login/Register and America’s Auto Auction uses AuctionACCESS for dealership credentialing to attend in‑lane and online auctions. • GSA/Public auctions: Open to the public; registration/bidding occurs through GSA’s system (links shown to GSAFleet.gov and GSAAuctions.gov on NBAA pages) and the auction’s GSA portal provides forms and FAQs.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Dealer auction payments: Not specified publicly. GSA internet sales at this location (public): Credit cards (MasterCard/Visa/AmEx/Discover, per‑transaction limit $24,999.99), debit cards (no PIN-only cards), wire/ACH; state/local governments may use purchase orders. Payment due within 2 business days of award email.
Bidding Methods
Both. • In person (dealer-only lanes). • Online simulcast for dealers via EDGE Pipeline/EDGE Simulcast (Velocicast). • GSA sales: online-only on GSA’s auction site.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Branding/ownership: As of April 28, 2025, America’s Auto Auction acquired North Bay Auto Auction; the facility is presented as “America’s Auto Auction – Northern California,” though nbauto.com retains North Bay branding in footers. Online platforms referenced include EDGE Pipeline and EDGE Simulcast powered by Velocicast; the Velocicast mobile app is available for bidders who participate via simulcast. GSA registration links differ across pages (GSAFleet.gov vs GSAAuctions.gov); the GSA portal on nbauto.com links to autoauctions.gsa.gov and provides local GSA forms—buyers should follow the instructions on the current sale listing. Some detailed fee schedules (buyer/seller fees), storage rates, and specific dealer pickup procedures are not published publicly; contact CustomerService@nbauto.com or the main line for specifics.
Pickup Rules
Dealer auctions: Not specified publicly. GSA sales: Government does not provide transportation. A valid government-issued photo ID is required to remove property. If paid by credit card, the same card must be presented at removal; if not available, a notarized letter from the cardholder authorizing the named individual/transport company to remove the vehicle is required. A valid gate pass issued by the auction is required. Removal deadline is 10 calendar days from award email.
Policies
All vehicles purchased online must go through Post Sale Inspection (PSI). No exceptions.; America’s Auto Auction operates dealer‑only wholesale auctions; public participation is only via designated GSA sales.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
GSA: If the purchaser’s credit card will not be presented at pickup, a notarized letter authorizing the transporter, plus copies of the purchaser’s ID and the payment card, are required. Transporter must present valid government ID and the auction gate pass.
Third Party Process
Buyer arranges transport directly; the auction issues gate pass; transporter checks in with ID and authorization; auction does not arrange government transport for GSA units.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Dealer auction: Not specified publicly. GSA: Government-issued photo ID; auction gate pass; present the same credit card used for payment or a notarized authorization letter if someone else/transport is picking up.
Self Pickup Process
GSA: After payment confirmation, wait for award email; coordinate with auction; present required ID/credentials at gate; remove vehicle within 10 calendar days. Loading/assistance details are not specified.
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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