Free tools to research deals, check values, estimate costs — and interactive simulators to sharpen your deal judgment before you spend a dollar.
| Vehicle Type | Under 500 mi | 500–1,000 mi | 1,000–2,000 mi | Cross-Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compact / Sedan | $250–$450 | $450–$700 | $700–$1,000 | $950–$1,300 |
| SUV / Crossover | $300–$500 | $500–$800 | $800–$1,150 | $1,100–$1,500 |
| Full-size Truck | $350–$550 | $550–$850 | $850–$1,200 | $1,200–$1,600 |
| Van / Cargo | $350–$600 | $600–$900 | $900–$1,300 | $1,250–$1,700 |
| Inoperable surcharge | +$100–$200 | +$150–$300 | +$200–$350 | +$250–$400 |
Dealer-focused. Large inventory, franchise trade-ins. OVE = online only extension of ADESA.
ADESA requires dealer license or co-op membership credentials. As a FlipLane co-op partner, your ByrddawgsOS dashboard has your ADESA access credentials.
Access via ByrddawgsOS → Auction CredentialsFilter by make, model, year, mileage, condition grade. OVE has 24/7 buy-now listings. ADESA live auctions run on scheduled days per location.
Each vehicle has a Condition Report (CR) graded 1.0–5.0. Grades 3.0+ are typically clean. CRs include photos and damage notes. Download before bidding.
CR fee: $2–$5 per report. Always worth it.ARV − repairs − buyer fee − transport − your target profit = max bid. Never bid above this number. Buyer fees are typically $200–$500 depending on sale price.
After winning: pay within 24–48 hrs (varies by location). Arrange transport via FlipLane shipping request in ByrddawgsOS or directly with a carrier.
ADESA transfers title at point of sale. Submit your title processing request through ByrddawgsOS to have it handled on your behalf.
Salvage & clean title. Massive volume. Great for project vehicles, parts, and high-ROI rebuilds.
Copart requires a Basic or Premier membership. Premier ($400/yr) gives you unlimited bids. Basic members pay per bid. Dealer license or broker letter required.
Your FlipLane credentials qualify for broker accessCopart.com has 125,000+ active listings. Use filters: title type (salvage vs clean), run & drive status, buy-now vs auction. Photos are available for all lots.
Salvage = insurance write-off. After repair and state inspection, it becomes a "rebuilt" title. Rebuilt titles sell at 20–40% discount vs clean. Factor this into ARV.
Some states restrict rebuilt title registration — check DMV.orgSet max pre-bid before auction starts. Copart runs live auctions Mon–Fri. Proxy bidding handles increments automatically up to your max.
Payment due within 3 days. Copart charges storage after 2 days — move fast. Use Copart's own transport network or a third-party carrier.
Storage fees: $15–$40/day after grace periodInsurance salvage specialist. Clean and salvage, but skews toward total-loss fleet vehicles.
IAAI (now part of IAA/RB Global) requires dealer or broker registration. Public bidding available in some states — verify before assuming access.
IAAI uses BidSpotter.com for live online bidding. Search by vehicle type, damage type, odometer, and run date. Filter by "Run & Drive" to limit risk.
IAAI assigns loss codes to each vehicle (collision, flood, theft recovery, hail, etc). Flood and fire are highest risk — parts and wiring can fail months later.
Stick to collision-only damage for first few dealsAuctions run by location on a rotating schedule. Check the IAAI auction calendar. Winning bid + buyer fee + applicable taxes = your total at checkout.
Most IAAI vehicles are non-runners. Budget for flatbed transport from day one. IAAI offers transport through its own network or third-party brokers.
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