Police & tow auctions in Alabama are a great place to buy a vehicle for a lot less than it is worth. Most are open to the public and do not require a dealer’s license(call first to verify). These are cars, trucks, and SUVs that were abandoned or otherwise not claimed by their owners after a period of time. They will come with a title that will be put into the auction bidder’s name. These auctions tend to occur less frequently than typical public auction auctions in Alabama. Instead of weekly auctions, these are usually held monthly or bi-monthly. They will also likely have smaller inventories. However, these auction cars are sold very cheap for a quick sale.
Police Auctions and Tow Lot Auctions in Alabama:
City of Decatur, Alabama Police Impound Auctions
http://www.decaturalabamausa.com/departments/policedept/auctions.html
City of Mobile, Alabama Police Impound and Seizure Auctions
http://www.mobilepd.org/news.php?view=full&news=273
Weil Wrecker Service – Abandoned Tow Impound Auctions
3400 Second Avenue South,
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 251-4060
http://www.weilwrecker.com/auctions.php
Shuman Tow Services – eBay Impound Auctions
http://www.ebay.com/usr/shumanservices
Copart Auction – Mobile, Alabama
4763 Lott Road
Eight Mile, Alabama 36613
(251)649-5011
http://www.copart.com/us/en/Locations/58
Seamon Wrecker Service – Tow and Impound Auction
3824 Birmingham Hwy
Montgomery, AL 36108
http://www.seamonwreckerservice.com/auctions.php