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AutoBidMaster Blog — Your Guide to Online Auto Auctions

Discover how to bid, buy, and save with AutoBidMaster. Our blog covers a range of topics, including: salvage car buying tips, auction strategies, auto industry insights, and step-by-step guidance for every buyer.

Top 9 Damage Types to Look for at Online Auto Auctions

Top 9 Damage Types to Look for at Online Auto Auctions

Navigating the world of salvage cars for sale at online auto auction isn’t as difficult as it seems. We’re here to clear up some mysteries for all you car auction beginners. We’re covering the top 9 car damage categories to...
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Making an Offer on a Vehicle with AutoBidMaster

Making an Offer on a Vehicle with AutoBidMaster

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...
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Behind the Scenes at AutoBidMaster: Our Auction Liason

Behind the Scenes at AutoBidMaster: Our Auction Liason

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...
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Calculating Your Total Cost on AutoBidMaster

Calculating Your Total Cost on AutoBidMaster

Before you bid on and buy a vehicle through salvage car auctions like AutoBidMaster.com, make sure you factor your total cost into your budget, not just the sales price of the vehicle. You need to take into account auction fees,...
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Auction vs. Buy it Now: What\'s the Difference?

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

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...
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Understanding Bidding Statuses

Understanding Bidding Statuses

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...
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Decoding Copart Auction Damage Codes: The Complete Guide for Buyers

Decoding Copart Auction Damage Codes: The Complete Guide for Buyers

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...
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Understanding the Difference Between Preliminary and Live Bidding

Understanding the Difference Between Preliminary and Live Bidding

Finding a fantastic deal on a car at an online auction can be an exhilarating experience. As a first-time bidder on AutoBidMaster’s online auctions, navigating the online auction process might feel daunting. The difference between preliminary bidding and live bidding...
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AutoBidMaster vs Copart: Which Platform Is Right for You?

AutoBidMaster vs Copart: Which Platform Is Right for You?

Most people researching Copart auto auctions eventually ask the same question: What exactly is AutoBidMaster, and how does it differ from Copart? On the surface, they appear to do the same thing. In general, Copart and AutoBidMaster serve slightly different...
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