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How to Bid

Learn how to bid on vehicles at US auto auctions. Instructions on placing bids, setting max bids and auction rules with AutoBidMaster.

  • Buying Vehicles in Dealer-Only States: Alabama, Michigan, and Wisconsin
  • What are Auction Stages and Bid Types?
  • How to place Preliminary Bid?
  • Live bidding for Basic Members
  • How do I bid in Live Auctions?
  • What is Sale Status?
  • Can I bid in the Live Auction even though I’ve placed a preliminary bid?
  • Can I bid in California?
  • Can I find out the seller's minimum bid price?
  • Why do I need a broker to buy vehicles in Alabama, Michigan, or Wisconsin?
  • Can I cancel or lower my bid?
  • I am the high bidder on an on Minimum/on Approval auction. What happens now?
  • Why cannot I place a bid?
  • Where can I locate my bidder or buyer number?
  • Why is there no “Sale Date” on the lot page?
  • How long does the seller have to respond to my "Make an Offer" request?
  • How do I counter a seller's minimum offer?
  • How will I know if I was the high bidder?
  • Special requirements for residents of California, Colorado, Florida, Kansas, Missouri, Texas and Wisconsin
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