Potential Lemon Cars at Auction — Spot the Re-Sold Pattern
Same VIN listed across multiple lots is often a lemon-car warning. Detect re-list patterns in Copart and IAAI inventory using auction-history records.
News, stats & guides
Auction Blog — News, Stats & Guides
Per-model stats, salvage-car news, buyer guides, and market analysis from Copart and IAAI auctions. Free expert insights.
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Can You Insure a Rebuilt Title Car? State-by-State Guide
Insure a rebuilt title car? Coverage by all 50 states + 10 carriers (Progressive, GEICO, Nationwide). Costs, exclusions, what to ask before buying.
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Salvage Title Explained: What It Means & What You Get
Salvage title vehicles — how a car gets one, what damage thresholds apply, insurance limits, resale value drop. Backed by NMVTIS data and Copart records.
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Salvage Title Resale Value: How Much You Lose & Maximize
Salvage title cuts resale value 40-60%. Real auction-database averages by make/model, how to maximize price. Updated monthly from our 21M-lot dataset.
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Salvage vs Rebuilt vs Clean Title — Side-by-Side Guide
Salvage vs rebuilt vs clean title compared in one table — insurance cost, financing, resale value, state inspection rules. Decide which used car to buy.
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VIN Check Free vs Paid — What You Get and What You Don't
Honest VIN check breakdown — NICB free, NMVTIS state lookups, our auction-history check, vs Carfax & AutoCheck $25+. Know exactly when to pay.
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VIN Mismatch & Cloning — 7 Red Flags Before You Buy
7 red flags that signal VIN mismatch or cloning. Where the VIN appears, how cloners fake it, and a buyer's inspection workflow before you pay a dollar.
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Window Sticker Lookup by VIN — Recover Original Build Sheet
Recover the original window sticker by VIN — Monroney label, MSRP, factory options, EPA mileage. Free OEM lookups for Ford/GM, paid for older cars.
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