How to Bid on Police Auction Cars in Alabama
Police car auctions & tow service 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 free public auctions, but you may be asked to make a refundable deposit in order to bid.
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 also include surplus Alabama gov vehicles for sale, police drug seizures, and more.
These auctions tend to occur less frequently than typical public car 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 at low prices for a quick sale.
Links & Auction Info: Police Auctions and Tow Lot Auctions in Alabama
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs – ADECA Online Auctions
Online surplus auctions open to the public. Auctions are conducted on GovDeals and via GSA Auctions.
https://adeca.alabama.gov/online-auctions/
City of Decatur, Alabama Police Impound Auctions
You may bid on police seizures, impounded cars for sale, government surplus vehicles, and more online.
View Decatur’s online auctions at Gov Deals
https://www.cityofdecatural.com/live-work/auctions/
City of Mobile, Alabama Police Impound and Seizure Auctions
You may register online for the Mobile police auction and also view auction cars for sale before the bidding begins. Bidding is held live onsite in Mobile.
https://www.mobilepd.org/auction/
Weil Wrecker Service – Abandoned Tow Impound Auctions
Public automotive tow company auctions are held on a weekly basis. You may bid on abandoned vehicles and other seized cars and trucks. We always recommend that you arrive early before the bidding.
3400 Second Avenue South,
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 251-4060
https://weilwreckerauction.com/
Copart Auction – Mobile, Alabama
Copart Mobile Alabama features salvage car auctions, including wrecked vehicles for sale. Copart requires a dealers license and is not open to the public. They run two lanes during most auctions.
4763 Lott Road
Eight Mile, Alabama 36613
(251)649-5011
http://www.copart.com/us/en/Locations/58
As always, be sure to perform your due diligence on any police auction vehicle that you are interested in bidding on. Verify the VIN history and inspect every single photo to understand what bodywork it may need, if any.
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