In-depth analysis, research reports, and expert commentary from the automotive auction industry.
Auction fees are one of the most common sources of confusion for first-time buyers — and one of the most common sources of frustration when they're not…
American auction inventory attracts buyers well beyond U.S. borders — and Elite's multilingual support (English, Spanish, Ukrainian, Polish, Russian, and…
Winning a bid is only half the process — getting the vehicle to you is the other half, and shipping costs are one of the areas where auction buyers most often…
Beyond Cars: Buying Motorcycles, RVs, Boats & Heavy Equipment at Auction When people think "auto auction," they usually picture sedans and trucks. But…
Exotic & Classic Car Auctions: Sourcing Rare Vehicles Through Elite Not every auction buyer is looking for a daily driver. A growing number are hunting for…
Buying Sight-Unseen: How Elite's Staff Verify Condition On Your Behalf Buying a vehicle you've never physically seen is, understandably, the biggest…
How to Read a Vehicle History & Damage Report Before You Commit A vehicle history and damage report is the single most important document at any auction —…
Towing is often the part of a car sale people worry about most — especially when the vehicle doesn't run. Here's exactly how pickup day works with…
Selling a Flood or Fire Damaged Car: What Elite Considers Before Making an Offer Flood and fire damage are two of the most severe categories a vehicle can carry…