When searching for and selecting a suitable car, one of the most advantageous ways is to participate in international American car auctions. If you are interested in the possibility of purchasing in another country, we recommend using the car from the USA service from Factum Auto, which is a full-fledged "turnkey" service.
All you need to do is choose a suitable car on the website; the company's employees will do everything else for you.
In this case, we are talking about making a purchase at the following largest American car auctions:
- Copart;
- IAAI;
- Manheim.
Each of them has its advantages and features, but at the same time, they fully cover the needs of most car enthusiasts. Even taking into account the necessary costs for sea delivery and customs clearance, the final cost of the car can be 30-40% lower compared to prices in the domestic market.
If you are interested in visiting a US car auction, you will find a detailed catalog of available cars at https://factum-auto.com/ua/aukcion-avto-ssha. The filter system will allow you to customize your search based on the car's make, model, year of manufacture, technical condition, and configuration.
1. Copart – the largest and most accessible.
This is the world's largest auction of used and salvage cars. Its main feature is openness. Almost anyone can register here, but the most profitable lots are still only available to licensed dealers.
Most cars are sold as is, often after serious accidents or insurance claims, which can be a profitable option for those who want to buy a damaged car cheaply and repair it in their own country.
When buying, it is advisable to be careful not to buy a car with disguised defects or one whose cost does not correspond to its characteristics.
2. IAAI – a more professional approach to quality.
This auction is considered stricter than the previous one. Its main suppliers are insurance companies, banks, and leasing firms. There are far fewer problematic lots here. Cars undergo a more detailed inspection, and the description of damages more often corresponds to reality.
For full participation and access to the best prices, a dealer license is mandatory, so the best solution would be to use the help of Factum Auto specialists who can act on behalf of the client at the auctions.
3. Manheim: the market for whole cars.
This is an auction of a completely different level. Unlike the first two, mostly whole cars without damage are sold here. These are cars after leasing from corporate fleets or trade-ins.
This is a closed-type auction - only for licensed dealers. Prices here are higher, but the condition of the cars is almost perfect.
When buying here, you are essentially buying a car from a dealership, but at the price of the American wholesale market.