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Insurance Vehicles

Discover insurance vehicles for sale at AutoBidMaster auctions. These cars, often written off by insurance companies but still repairable, offer great value for rebuilders and resellers. Learn how to evaluate condition, understand title status, and bid confidently on affordable insurance-claimed vehicles.
2026 Spring Rebuild Challenge: Meet the Winners

2026 Spring Rebuild Challenge: Meet the Winners

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets August 17, 2026
The ballots are counted, the scores are in, and after twelve entries, six judges, and plenty of debate, the AutoBidMaster Spring Rebuild Challenge has a champion. This season brought something different. Two of the top five builds started as stolen... Read more
Why Do Cars Go to Auction?

Why Do Cars Go to Auction?

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets July 31, 2026
A car sitting in a salvage auction lot is not necessarily beyond repair. In many cases, it has simply crossed a threshold. That distinction explains more about the auction market than almost any other single fact. When an insurance company... Read more
Insurance Options for Rebuilt Salvage Cars Explained

Insurance Options for Rebuilt Salvage Cars Explained

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets March 4, 2026
When you purchase a salvage vehicle from car auctions and complete the rebuild, securing insurance becomes the next critical step. However, insuring a rebuilt salvage car works differently from insuring a standard used vehicle. While car prices continue climbing —... Read more
Navigating Salvage Vehicle Auctions in Kansas: Rules and Best Practices

Navigating Salvage Vehicle Auctions in Kansas: Rules and Best Practices

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets February 9, 2026
If you’ve ever browsed salvage auctions in Kansas, you know there’s serious money to be saved on damaged vehicles. However, jumping into car auctions without knowing Kansas’ specific rules can result in costly errors. This guide breaks down what you... Read more
Buying a Salvaged Car in Indiana: Key Considerations

Buying a Salvaged Car in Indiana: Key Considerations

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets February 5, 2026
Why Indiana’s Salvage Car Market Deserves Your Attention If you’ve ever considered buying a salvaged car in Indiana, you’re not alone. The Hoosier State has become a hotspot for motorists and car enthusiasts looking to score incredible deals on vehicles... Read more
Illinois Salvage Auctions: Title Rules and Lemon Laws to Know

Illinois Salvage Auctions: Title Rules and Lemon Laws to Know

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets February 3, 2026
Buying at Illinois auto auctions can save you thousands of dollars, but there’s more to it than just finding the cheapest bid. The difference between a great deal and an expensive mistake usually comes down to how well you research... Read more
How Many Miles Is Good for a Used Car? Expert Guide 2026

How Many Miles Is Good for a Used Car? Expert Guide 2026

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets January 30, 2026
One of the most common questions buyers ask when shopping for a used car is: How many miles is too much for a used car? That odometer reading often determines whether a buyer takes the plunge or walks away. From... Read more
Navigating Bidding Rules in South Carolina Auto Auctions

Navigating Bidding Rules in South Carolina Auto Auctions

Jacob Gudge-Andracki Jacob Gudge-Andracki January 9, 2026
South Carolina has an active vehicle auction market with a steady flow of insurance total-loss vehicles, rebuildable units, fleet vehicles, and everyday passenger cars. But while many buyers think of South Carolina as a relatively accessible state, bidding access depends... Read more
Christmas Cars That Stole the Show in Holiday Movies

Christmas Cars That Stole the Show in Holiday Movies

Jacob Gudge-Andracki Jacob Gudge-Andracki December 22, 2025
Christmas movies are packed with familiar comforts: twinkling lights, questionable jumpers, last-minute shopping panic, and at least one argument that magically resolves by the final scene. But look past the tinsel and cocoa for a moment, and you’ll notice something... Read more