The CARS4.BID Blog

Buyer's Guide

Hail Damage: Best Deal or Avoid?

Buying a hail-damaged car on Copart or IAAI can cost 40-50% less than its retail value

July 21 2025

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Top Tips: How to Choose a Good Car and Save Big at Auction

If you’re a beginner, you can save a lot of money by making the right choice

July 14 2025

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The Best Cars From the Era of Crazy Engines

If you love big engines, muscle cars, and rare performance vehicles, then Copart and IAAI auctions are a goldmine.

July 07 2025

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How to Buy a Vehicle Near Me

Buying a vehicle near your location can help you save money on shipping, get faster delivery, and reduce pickup delays

June 30 2025

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The EVs You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Every day, more electric vehicles hit the road, and in 15–20 years, gas-powered cars may become rare

June 22 2025

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I Won The Auction With a $625 Bid, But the Seller’s Reserve is $48,000 – Will I Get The Vehicle?

Let’s explain how Copart reserve prices work and what you can do when you win an auction on approval.

June 16 2025

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What Is the Most Expensive Car Sold on Copart?

It’s not a Ferrari. Not a Lamborghini. Not even a McLaren or some flashy hypercar

June 09 2025

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Beyond Cars: Rare and Unexpected Finds on Copart

Some strange and rare things you wouldn’t expect to find at Copart

June 02 2025

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Secret Profit When Buying a Salvage Car

You can get a salvage car for 30-50% of its retail price. But sometimes, the deal is even better!

May 26 2025

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Can a Car With a Washington Bill of Sale Be Registered in Another State?

“I live in WA state. Does this mean this car is not possible to register in the US?”

May 12 2025

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Never Fall for a “Buy It Now” Scam

Looking to buy a salvage car online? At CARS4.BID, you’ll find used and salvage cars from Copart and IAAI. We’ll help you make smart decisions when buying

May 05 2025

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How to Buy a $240,000 Boat for Just $500?

Sounds impossible? But it really happened!
Our customer Craig bought a 43-foot yacht at a Copart boat auction for only $500.

April 28 2025