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AutoBidMaster Staff Writer shares practical tips and insights to help readers make informed decisions when buying and owning vehicles. Find useful guides, maintenance advice, and answers to common questions.
Making an Offer on a Vehicle with AutoBidMaster

Making an Offer on a Vehicle with AutoBidMaster

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer November 26, 2019
Getting ready to buy a vehicle? You can negotiate its price – in certain cases. If you’re thinking about buying a new or used vehicle, you may be asking yourself this age-old question: “what kind of discount can I score... Read more
Behind the Scenes at AutoBidMaster: Our Auction Liason

Behind the Scenes at AutoBidMaster: Our Auction Liason

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer November 22, 2019
We’re taking a little break from our regular content in this post, and we’re bringing you another close look at what it’s like behind the scenes at AutoBidMaster – your one-stop online car auction. We’re interviewing Lana, AutoBidMaster’s auction liaison... Read more
Calculating Your Total Cost on AutoBidMaster

Calculating Your Total Cost on AutoBidMaster

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer November 12, 2019
Before bidding on or buying a vehicle through an online salvage auction platform like AutoBidMaster.com, make sure your budget covers the total cost, not just the vehicle’s sale price. Factor in auction fees, documentation fees, shipping costs, and other potential... Read more
Behind the Scenes at AutoBidMaster: A Conversation With Our Support Team

Behind the Scenes at AutoBidMaster: A Conversation With Our Support Team

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer October 31, 2019
AutoBidMaster is a premier Copart broker that gives members access to a large selection of salvage vehicles and support throughout the auction process, from finding a vehicle and placing bids to arranging shipping. But what happens behind the scenes? We... Read more
Auction vs. Buy it Now: What's the Difference?

Auction vs. Buy it Now: What's the Difference?

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer October 21, 2019
You’ve been browsing through clean-title, salvage, and repairable cars for sale on AutoBidMaster. Now, you wanna know: what’s the difference between a regular auction and “Buy it Now?” Good news: we’re here to clear that up. Auctions When we speak... Read more
Understanding Bidding Statuses

Understanding Bidding Statuses

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer September 9, 2019
If you’re ready to bid on a vehicle with AutoBidMaster, understanding bidding statuses will help you understand the overall process. Some bidding statuses have different time frames for the seller to accept your bid. So, if you know what to... Read more
Buying a Used Car: Interior Checklist

Buying a Used Car: Interior Checklist

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer September 3, 2019
You can learn a lot about a car and identify potential issues by inspecting its interior. From signs of leaks to possible structural damage, here’s a list of things to look for when inspecting the interior of a used vehicle.... Read more
Decoding Copart Auction Damage Codes: The Complete Guide for Buyers

Decoding Copart Auction Damage Codes: The Complete Guide for Buyers

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer August 19, 2019
Every car at a salvage or wholesale auto auction includes a damage code. Treat it as a limited inventory label. A code may point to a visible condition, a reported issue, or a known damage category, but it does not... Read more
Understanding the Difference Between Preliminary and Live Bidding

Understanding the Difference Between Preliminary and Live Bidding

AutoBidMaster Staff Writer AutoBidMaster Staff Writer May 27, 2019
Finding a great deal on your next car at an online auction can be exhilarating. As a first-time bidder on AutoBidMaster, you might not know what to expect. The difference between preliminary bidding and live bidding is an important distinction... Read more