Before bidding, know how much you’re willing to spend and stick with that number.

Cars on this site are extremely affordable.

The premium membership will cost you $200 a year, regardless of how often you use it.

White classic Stingray closeup

The driver’s side of a white classic Stingray.Jacob Spence / Unsplash

For live auction bidding, a premium membership is required.

Ready to give your next vehicle some TLC as long as it saves you thousands?

Salvage Bid has you covered.

Screenshot of Salvage Bid online car auction site

To get started on the platform, you’ll need to register.

Salvage Bid offers a free membership that allows you to bid only during preliminary bids.

You also only get to purchase one vehicle on the free plan.

Screenshot of Cranky Ape online car auction site

Live auctions require a Premium plan.

Dealers and non-dealers are both welcome for the same price.

The website isn’t as user friendly as the others on this list.

Screenshot of A Better Bid online car auction site

Cranky Ape is an exceptional online auction website for vehicles of all types.

Dealers and non-dealers can bid online after account registration.

The website is simple to use and navigate.

Screenshot of Purple Wave online car auction site

Payments can be made only by wire transfer after vehicle purchase.

We all know how vital a clean title (no severe damage) is when purchasing a vehicle.

Although A Better Bid offers used and salvaged vehicles, clean titles are separated for easy access.

Screenshot of IAAI online car auction site

A Better Bid offers free registration to browse.

It takes a bit of searching to find vehicles that are not tractors or commercial-grade vehicles.

Whether you are looking for a car or a tractor, Purple Wave has it.

If you’re looking for something special, you’ll find it here.

The Purple Wave platform is free after registration and has no fees.

You’re only able to bid on auctions open to the public.

IAA, or Insurance Auto Auction Incorporated, is the best online auction for experienced bidders.

IAA provides services to licensed dealers and non-licensed buyers, making it easy to find a high-quality vehicle.

IAA offers broker services for non-licensed individuals who wish to bid on a vehicle.

you might bid only on auctions open to the public and on inventory available to the public.