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Salvage Cars

AutoBidMaster’s Buy Salvage Cars tag helps you navigate the process of purchasing repairable vehicles through online auctions. Learn how to register, bid, and buy cars directly from major insurance auctions. Whether you’re rebuilding for personal use or resale, our guides and insights help you save time and money.

Tesla Cybertruck vs Diesel and Gas Trucks: Which Should You Buy?

Tesla Cybertruck vs Diesel and Gas Trucks: Which Should You Buy?

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets October 7, 2026
Is the Tesla Cybertruck a better buy than a gas or diesel truck? Compare ownership costs, depreciation, insurance, towing range, and the case for buying a used or salvage Cybertruck at auction. Read more
Chevrolet Silverado: Best Years to Buy at Auction and Avoid

Chevrolet Silverado: Best Years to Buy at Auction and Avoid

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets October 6, 2026
Shopping for a used Chevy Silverado? Choosing the right model year and powertrain can make a big difference in reliability and repair costs. This guide breaks down the best and worst Silverado years, common engine and transmission problems, and the key checks to make before bidding at auction. Read more
Buying Salvage Work Vans for Small Businesses: Sourcing Trades Vehicles on a Budget

Buying Salvage Work Vans for Small Businesses: Sourcing Trades Vehicles on a Budget

Cody Carlson Cody Carlson September 29, 2026
A salvage work van can be a practical way for a small business to get the cargo space it needs without paying new-van prices. But the lowest auction price doesn’t always mean the lowest project cost. Learn what to inspect, what to calculate, and how to match a van to your trade before bidding. Read more
Missing Catalytic Converters on Salvage Auction Cars: What Buyers Need to Know

Missing Catalytic Converters on Salvage Auction Cars: What Buyers Need to Know

Cody Carlson Cody Carlson September 25, 2026
A missing catalytic converter doesn’t automatically make a salvage auction car a bad buy. Learn how to check whether the converter is missing, estimate replacement and labor costs, factor the repair into your maximum bid, and understand emissions and legal requirements. Read more
How Copart Car Auctions Work in Utah: A 2026 Guide for Public Buyers

How Copart Car Auctions Work in Utah: A 2026 Guide for Public Buyers

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets September 23, 2026
Utah has relatively straightforward vehicle registration fees. The title fee is $6, and the state uses an age-based uniform fee for passenger cars, light trucks, SUVs, and vans rather than a value-based property tax. This guide explains how car auctions... Read more
9 SUVs With the Best Gas Mileage to Look for at Salvage Auctions

9 SUVs With the Best Gas Mileage to Look for at Salvage Auctions

Cody Carlson Cody Carlson September 22, 2026
Looking for salvage SUVs with the best gas mileage? Several salvage SUVs allow you to balance fuel economy, added space, and enhanced safety for a lower upfront cost.  We make it easy for you to capitalize on these opportunities with... Read more
Diesel vs. Gas Engines: Which Is Better for a Used Work Truck?

Diesel vs. Gas Engines: Which Is Better for a Used Work Truck?

Cody Carlson Cody Carlson September 18, 2026
Diesel and gas work trucks offer different advantages. Compare towing, payload, operating costs, maintenance, longevity, and vehicle condition to choose the right used truck for your needs. Read more
A 2017 Mercedes-AMG G 63 6x6 Heads to Copart Phoenix

A 2017 Mercedes-AMG G 63 6x6 Heads to Copart Phoenix

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets September 17, 2026
A 2017 Mercedes-AMG G 63 6×6 with a 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8, six-wheel drive, 37-inch off-road tires, and 62,583 actual miles is heading to auction on September 28, 2026. Take a closer look at this unusual W463-based G-Class and explore the details behind its distinctive six-wheel setup. Read more
Dodge Durango Years to Avoid (and the Best Ones to Buy)

Dodge Durango Years to Avoid (and the Best Ones to Buy)

Ann Bovets Ann Bovets September 3, 2026
Which Dodge Durango years should you avoid, and which ones are actually worth buying? The difference can mean thousands in repairs. From early-generation engine and suspension failures to the notorious dashboard fire issue and the troubled 2018 and 2021 models, some Durangos are far safer bets than others. Find out which model years to target, which ones to skip, and what to check before you bid on a Durango at auction. Read more