Buying a car from Copart can be exciting, but the next step is something many buyers don’t think about until after they win the auction: getting the vehicle picked up.
If you’re not familiar with auction vehicle transport, the process can seem confusing. Where does the car get picked up? How quickly does it need to be moved? What happens if the vehicle doesn’t run? And how do you get it delivered to your home, dealership, or another location?
At MA1 USA Auto Transport, we regularly help customers arrange transportation for vehicles purchased from auto auctions. Here’s a practical look at what you should know before scheduling your Copart vehicle pickup.
1. Make sure the vehicle is ready for pickup
Before booking transportation, check the auction information and make sure the vehicle has been released for pickup.
You’ll want to have the basic information available, including:
- Copart location
- Lot number
- Year, make and model
- Buyer information
- Release or pickup information
- Whether the vehicle runs and drives
Having the correct information from the beginning can save time when arranging your car transport.
2. Don’t wait too long to arrange transportation
Auction vehicles can have pickup deadlines and storage policies. Waiting several days to arrange transport can sometimes lead to additional costs.
That’s why we recommend arranging transportation as soon as you know the vehicle is ready.
MA1 USA Auto Transport works with customers who need vehicles picked up from Copart and other major auctions. Depending on the location, route, and availability, pickup may be arranged quickly.
3. What if the car doesn’t run?
Not every auction vehicle is ready to drive onto a trailer.
Salvage vehicles, accident-damaged cars and vehicles with mechanical problems may require additional equipment for loading.
When requesting a quote, let the transporter know if the vehicle is:
- Running and driving
- Rolling but not running
- Missing wheels
- Damaged
- Heavily damaged
- Unable to steer or brake
The more accurate the information is, the easier it is to plan the pickup.
4. Where can the vehicle be delivered?
A Copart vehicle doesn’t necessarily have to go directly to your home.
Depending on your situation, it may be transported to:
- Your home
- A repair shop
- A dealership
- A storage facility
- Another auction location
- A port for export
MA1 USA Auto Transport provides nationwide vehicle transportation and also works with customers moving auction vehicles toward major U.S. ports.
5. Open or enclosed transport?
For many regular vehicles, open auto transport is a practical option and is commonly used for long-distance vehicle shipping.
Enclosed transport may make more sense for certain luxury, classic, exotic or specialty vehicles where additional protection from the outside environment is important.
The right choice depends on the vehicle and your priorities.
6. What information should you give the transport company?
When asking for a Copart shipping quote, try to provide the pickup and delivery ZIP codes, vehicle information and its condition.
If the vehicle is damaged or non-running, mention that before the carrier is dispatched.
It is much better to know the condition in advance than to discover a loading problem when the truck arrives.
Need to move a Copart vehicle?
If you’ve recently purchased a vehicle from Copart and need to get it from the auction yard to your next destination, MA1 USA Auto Transport can help arrange the transportation.
We provide auto transport throughout the USA and handle auction vehicle pickups from locations including Copart and IAAI.
Call or text (727) 440-4745 for a quote.
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