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Private Auctions

Bid on our exclusive auction platform to source more quality used cars.

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Why Private Auctions Matter

Dealers sourcing inventory reduce acquisition costs by 12% and shorten reconditioning cycles by 20%.

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Marketplace-powered inventory

Our auction inventory comes from direct seller listings on the AutosToday “Sell your car” feature.
Exclusive inventoryExclusive access to first-party trade-ins and dealer consignments.
Broad selectionLocal and national selections for broad sourcing.
Real-time updatesContinuous updates so you never miss the latest opportunities.
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Why dealers love Private Auction

24/7 Auction Access

Join live and timed auctions from any device.

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Fresh Trade-In Deals

Tap into quality inventory listed directly by sellers.

Automated Alerts

Receive notifications for new listings and winning bids in real time.

Integrated Valuations

View live MMR and Black Book prices alongside each lot.

Effortless bidding experience

Our streamlined interface shows current bid, time remaining, and valuation side by side. Place bids or choose Buy Now with one click.

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Try Private Auction yourself

Explore our demo environment to see how we help you source quality used cars. No signup needed.

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Pay once and start bidding in minutes.