Auto auctions are a method of selling new, and most often, used vehicles based on auction system. Auto auctions can be found in most nations, but are often unknown to most people. This is, such as in the case of the United States, because this a protected source for used car dealers. In other countries, such as Japan, auto auctions are well known and used (indirectly) by most people.

Country Specific

Japan

Auto auctions are the most popular method to sell used vehicles in Japan. Most customers are Japanese seeking a cheap vehicle to start with or replace their older vehicle. Also there many also trying to sell their vehicles. Individuals though cannot directly use auto auctions, but must go through those holding auction membership. In Japanese law, only dealerships may become members to auto auctions. The way the system is set up allows people to have access to information, but keep the auctions orderly with only professionals actually able to bid.

A small percentage of the dealers that are members of Japanese auto auctions are also used vehicle exporters that most often use the auto auctions as their primary source of used vehicles. Other than these exporters, most members are used vehicle dealership that sell in Japan and are used by Japanese people to find a car they want.

In Japan there are over 30 well known auto auction groups and over 200 auto auction locations throughout Japan. Additionally, there are more smaller auctions held for specialized items.

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Sun Aug 22 12:07:14 2010

Are public auto auctions a good venue to purchase used cars?
Q. I am considering using a public auto auction to purchase a late model used car. Are there any sites that are knowledgeable and give real information regarding purchasing from public auto auctions?
Asked by Lee Terry - Wed Jan 27 02:52:16 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hey Lee, I would think if you use the precautions that should be used anytime you purchase a used car, that there would be no problem buying from a public auction. Other than checking out the car throughly, don't get caught up in the bidding and pay more than you should. I will say though, I don't know how easy they are to find, though. I did find two auction sites that have quite a bit of good information on them. It appears that they are both from the same outfit, as they have similar information. Nevertheless, they do get quite detailed. They are publicautoauctions.com and publicautoauctiononline.c om. Good luck on your search.
Answered by Terry V - Wed Jan 27 03:04:37 2010

Do auto auctions really save you a ton of money?
Q. Like those police, federal auto auctions i see on tv?
Asked by Linus T - Wed Feb 18 22:14:29 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you know a lot about the workings of a car it can but if you know nothing you will probably end up with a lemon
Answered by Simon T - Wed Feb 18 22:37:11 2009

What s the best way to get a Dealer license to go to the auto auctions in Texas and Nationwide access?
Q. I do not have a lot i read somewhere that you can get around that . Could some one please help? Thanks
Asked by Lover G - Mon Sep 28 23:57:57 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The actual dealers license is not expensive. Maybe $175. You probably have to get a $250,000 bond. WHich means that you pay the bond company $25,000. The big worry is getting the cars on the road after you buy them. Having access to "dealer plates" makes that easy. Altho you will be begging friends to drive cars for you when you don't want to trailer them from the auction yard. If you can get around the bond, it can be a great decision.
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