Auction Buying
Flood Cars at Auction: How to Spot Them
After every big storm, flooded cars flood the auctions, and some get cleaned up and resold. The warning signs, the free VIN check, and why flood damage is a different kind of…
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Ford F-150 (2015–2020) Problems to Check Before You Bid
The aluminum-body F-150 is America's best-selling truck and an auction staple. EcoBoost cam phasers, the 10-speed transmission, aluminum body repairs, and what to price in.
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Silverado 1500 (2014–2018) Problems to Check Before You Bid
The K2-generation Silverado 1500 is one of the most common trucks at salvage auctions. The known problems to price in before you bid: AFM lifters, the 8-speed shudder, AC condensers and more.
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Copart vs. IAA: Fees, Access, and Which Suits a Flipper
Copart and IAA are the two giants of salvage and insurance auctions. How they differ on inventory, public access, fees and buying experience, and how flippers use both.
Auction Buying
How to Buy at Copart Without a Dealer License (2026)
You don't need a dealer license to buy at Copart, but your state and the title type decide whether you bid yourself or through a broker. How it works, what it really…