South Bay Auto Auction
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Both
Auction Type
Dealer-only weekly auction; Monthly Specialty Sale (RVs, police, construction, boats, etc.); Online/Internet bidding available (SBAA LiveNet and Edge Pipeline).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Weekly dealer-only auction every Monday. Specialty Sale on the last Monday of each month. Start time is not consistently listed on the site; example event pages show 9:30 AM starts, while AutoIMS lists 10:30 AM. Verify current start time directly with the auction.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
Auction-operated transport fleet; primarily serves Western States; competitive rates. Listed as 'Not for public hire'—intended for auction clients. Contact Transport Dept. to arrange.
Buyer Fee Details
Not specified.
Seller Fees
$150 per vehicle auction fee to sell; includes reports and photos to help set a floor price.
Storage Holding Fees
Not specified for buyer pickups or post-sale storage. FAQ notes no storage fees charged to clients during bankruptcy holds (seller-side context).
Who can Register
Dealer-only auction. Registration available online for dealers/consignment professionals; public is not eligible. Deposit requirements and specific eligibility documents not specified.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Not specified. The site does not publish accepted or unaccepted payment methods (e.g., cash, checks, floorplan, wires).
Bidding Methods
Both. In-person at Gardena and online via Edge Pipeline/SBAA LiveNet for registered dealers.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Address: 13210 S. Normandie Ave, Gardena, CA 90249; Phone: 310-719-2000. Run list and dealer registration are restricted to registered dealers. Online bidding is advertised as 'Buy Vehicles Online Powered by Edge Pipeline' and 'SBAA LiveNet (live internet auction)'. Sale start time varies by source: an events page lists 9:30 AM Monday starts, while AutoIMS lists 10:30 AM Monday starts—confirm current start time with SBAA.
Pickup Rules
Not specified. The site provides business hours but does not publish detailed pickup or gate release procedures for buyers.
Policies
Arbitration timing: Buyer must give notice by 12:00 noon the day after sale (sale day is day one); frame/unibody issues must be reported within 72 hours.; PSI (Post-Sale Inspection) must be requested the same day regardless of final or offer.; Vehicles 10+ years old, vehicles over 150,000 miles, odometer discrepancies/broken odometers are sold As-Is unless otherwise announced; any vehicle sold for $2,500 or less is strictly As-Is including frame.; Titles: Sellers have 45 days to provide title. Within that timeframe, buyer may return vehicle for refund of purchase price, buyer fee, transport charges, and reasonable prep expenses up to $500 with receipts.; Salvage title units that are announced are sold As-Is and are not eligible for arbitration.; Non-runner vehicles are strictly As-Is including odometer/salvage/total loss.; Stolen vehicles: Seller settles at purchase price less 2% per month from date of sale.; Auction is not a party to the contract of sale; contract is between buyer and seller.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Not specified
Third Party Requirements
Not specified (no published authorization forms, PINs, or app requirements for outside transporters).
Third Party Process
Not specified.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Not specified
Self Pickup Requirement
Not specified (no published requirements such as IDs, appointments, or documentation for buyer self-pickup).
Self Pickup Process
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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Frequently Asked Questions
How does South Bay Auto Auction work?
Dealers and fleet buyers register to bid on-site or online during scheduled sales.
How much do vehicles cost at South Bay Auto Auction?
Prices depend on condition, mileage, and fleet value but are set by bidding.
What are the benefits of South Bay Auto Auction?
Professional service, large-scale inventory, and a mix of wholesale and fleet vehicles.
What types of vehicles are available at South Bay Auto Auction?
Primarily off-lease and fleet vehicles, plus some dealer consignments.
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