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Auction Car Shipping — Manheim, Copart, IAAI & More

Auction-yard pickups handled daily. Auction-licensed carriers, fast dispatch, all-in pricing.

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Auction car shipping covers vehicle pickups from Manheim, Copart, IAAI, ADESA, and regional auction yards nationwide. ShipCargo AI's carrier network includes auction-licensed haulers who know the gate processes, paperwork requirements, and yard logistics. Most auction pickups dispatch within 1–3 business days of getting your release paperwork.

How auction pickups work

You provide: your auction buyer ID, the lot number, the release paperwork (gate pass), and confirmation that the title has been transferred or is otherwise releasable. We provide: a vetted, auction-licensed carrier who shows up at the yard with proper Carrier Authority documentation, picks up the vehicle, completes the Bill of Lading, and dispatches.

Auction yards run their own gate processes (Manheim's varies by location; Copart and IAAI are mostly standardized) and our drivers know them. Pickups typically take 30–60 minutes from arrival to dispatch.

Volume buyers and dealer accounts

If you buy at auction regularly — multiple cars per week, fleet replenishment, dealer inventory — we offer dedicated dealer accounts with volume pricing, a single point of contact, and dashboard visibility into all in-flight shipments. Contact us about a demo if you're moving more than 10 cars a month.

Inoperable vehicles from salvage auctions

Copart and IAAI sell large volumes of salvage and inoperable vehicles. We carry these regularly — the carrier needs winch capability, which adds $150–$300 to the standard rate. Mention 'inoperable' at quote time and we match the right equipment. Vehicles with no steering, no brakes, or completely seized wheels need a flatbed (oversize equipment), priced separately.

Title and paperwork coordination

We don't handle title transfer — that's between you and the auction — but we do require either: (a) confirmation that you have or will have title in hand at pickup, or (b) an auction release confirming the vehicle is available to your account. We can dispatch on the release alone in most cases; the title can follow by mail.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Do you have carriers authorized at Manheim, Copart, and IAAI?

    Yes. Our carrier network includes auction-licensed haulers at every major US auction. We verify Carrier Authority documentation matches the yard's requirements before dispatch.

  • Can you pick up inoperable salvage vehicles?

    Yes. Winch service adds $150–$300. Completely seized vehicles need a flatbed and are quoted separately.

  • How fast can you dispatch an auction pickup?

    Typically 1–3 business days after we have your release paperwork. Same-day or next-day is possible on Expedited tier and in major metros.

  • Do you offer dealer accounts for volume buyers?

    Yes. Contact us for a demo of our dealer dashboard if you ship more than 10 cars a month.

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