Copart Fee Calculator

What Are Copart Fees?

Copart is the world's largest online vehicle auction company, specializing in salvage, used, and clean-title vehicles. When you win a vehicle at a Copart auction, you pay the winning bid plus various fees that can significantly increase the total cost.

Main Copart Fees:
• Buyer Premium: 18% (member) or varies by price tier
• Gate/Storage Fee: $59-79
• Environmental Fee: $10-15
• Title Processing: $75-100
• Internet Bid Fee: $119 (if bidding online)

Buyer Premium Tiers

Copart charges a tiered buyer premium based on the winning bid amount. For member buyers: bids up to $99.99 incur a $1 fee, $100-$499.99 incur $49, and higher bids typically incur 18% of the winning price. Non-member rates are higher.

Additional Costs

Beyond Copart fees, budget for: transportation (tow truck), repair costs, registration/title transfer, sales tax, and insurance. These can easily double the total investment.

How to Use

Enter your winning bid amount and whether you are a Copart member. The calculator estimates all applicable fees and shows your total cost.

Tips for Copart Buyers

Always inspect vehicles before bidding (or use a third-party inspection service). Research market values, factor in all fees, and set a maximum bid that includes total cost.

Membership Benefits

Copart Basic membership is free and allows online bidding. Premier membership ($99/year) provides lower buyer premiums and additional benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer premium is typically 18% for members and higher for non-members, plus gate fees ($59-79), environmental fee ($10-15), title processing ($75-100), and internet bid fee ($119).

Yes, if you buy multiple vehicles. The 18% member rate vs higher non-member rate can save hundreds on each purchase.

The main unexpected fees are storage fees if you do not pick up the vehicle quickly, and late payment fees.

You may owe sales tax when registering the vehicle in your state. Copart does not collect sales tax at auction.

Transportation costs $100-300 for local towing or $300-1,000+ for cross-country transport.

No. All Copart sales are final. There are no returns or refunds after winning an auction.