VEHICLE SHIPPING FOR DEALERS & AUCTION BUYERS
Dealership & Auto Auction Car Shipping
Onyx Auto Transport coordinates nationwide dealer-to-customer deliveries, dealer-to-dealer inventory transfers, and auction-to-dealer shipping. Buying from Manheim, ADESA, IAA, Copart, or another auction? Call with the vehicle details and pickup location for a shipment-specific quote.
No online quotes for this service. Please call us for a shipping quote: (800) 808-0176.
Dealer & Customer Deliveries
Dealer-to-customer deliveries, inventory transfers, and auction-to-dealer transport.
Auction Pickup Coordination
We review release requirements, vehicle condition, and handling needs.
No Charge Until Assignment
Payment is processed only after a carrier is assigned.
Vehicle Transport That Fits the Sale
A retail customer may need a newly purchased SUV delivered to a home several states away. A dealership may need inventory moved between locations. An auction buyer may be waiting for a salvage vehicle to reach a repair facility. Each shipment has different pickup contacts, access requirements, and handling needs.
Onyx helps organize those details before the carrier arrives. Tell us where the vehicle is located, who can release it, its actual condition, and where it needs to go. We use that information to discuss suitable equipment, realistic scheduling, and an accurate shipping quote. A single vehicle and a group of inventory transfers both start with understanding the shipment.
Dealership-to-customer car shipping
You do not have to limit your car search to dealerships within driving distance. If you find the right vehicle out of state, Onyx can coordinate transport from the dealership to your delivery address. Share the salesperson’s or delivery department’s contact information, the vehicle details, and the date the dealership expects it to be ready.
Confirm that purchase paperwork and the dealership’s release requirements are complete before scheduling pickup. Let the dealer know a transporter will collect the vehicle, and ask who will meet the driver. If the vehicle has modifications, low ground clearance, oversized tires, or a mechanical problem, disclose those details when requesting the quote.
Delivery is arranged as close to your address as the carrier can safely and legally access. If a large transport truck cannot enter your street or community, the driver will coordinate an agreed nearby location. Read more about our door-to-door auto transport service when planning your delivery.
Dealer-to-dealer transfers and inventory moves
Dealership inventory does not always stay at one location. A vehicle may move to another store for a customer sale, a trade, or a change in stock. Onyx coordinates dealer-to-dealer auto transport for independent dealerships, franchise stores, and dealer groups that need vehicles moved between their locations.
For a transfer, provide a pickup contact and a receiving contact, each location’s operating hours, and any appointment requirements. Include a vehicle list when moving more than one unit. Different vehicle sizes, release dates, and delivery destinations can affect how a shipment is organized; a group of cars may not all travel together or arrive at the same time.
If a customer is waiting for a particular vehicle, tell us that early. We can discuss the timing and available transport options before you make a delivery commitment. Pickup and arrival windows should be confirmed with the assigned carrier rather than treated as guaranteed by the auction or sales date.
Auction-to-Dealer Shipping from Manheim, ADESA & Other Auctions
After a winning bid, the next step is getting the vehicle released and ready for collection. We arrange auto auction transport from Manheim, ADESA, IAA, Copart, and other auction facilities to dealerships, repair locations, and private customers, subject to suitable equipment and access.
Start with the exact auction branch and its street address. A company name alone does not identify the pickup location. Share the lot or stock number, vehicle information, release status, and the facility’s pickup requirements. Confirm that the auction has cleared the vehicle for collection and provide the authorization your transporter will need.
Auction operating hours, appointments, loading procedures, and storage deadlines may differ by facility. Check those details directly with the branch. Tell us about a deadline before booking so we can assess the schedule; arranging transport does not remove auction storage charges or guarantee collection before a specific fee begins.
Copart & IAA Shipping: Call for an Accurate Quote
For every Copart or IAA shipment, call Onyx at (800) 808-0176. Do not use the standard online calculator for these services.
A vehicle’s listing may not describe everything a transporter needs to know. Damage, missing parts, locked wheels, limited steering, and loading access can change the equipment and work required. Even a vehicle that starts may need special handling to move safely onto and off a trailer.
During the call, we will review the auction location, route, vehicle condition, and loading and unloading arrangements. Send the listing details or available photos when requested, and tell us about known problems. An accurate quote depends on an accurate description of the vehicle and both locations.
If new information changes the handling requirements, discuss it with us before pickup. The standard quote form is intended for ordinary shipments with suitable access and accurate operating-condition information; it is not a substitute for the Copart and IAA phone-quote process.
Information to have ready when you call
- Exact pickup facility, branch, and address.
- Delivery address and receiving contact.
- Vehicle year, make, model, and lot or stock number.
- Whether it starts and can move under its own power.
- Whether it rolls, steers, and brakes; whether keys are available.
- Known collision damage, missing wheels, modifications, or low clearance.
- Auction payment and release status, pickup hours, and appointment requirements.
- Loading assistance at pickup and appropriate unloading arrangements at delivery.
- First available pickup date and any storage or receiving deadlines.
For multiple vehicles, prepare a separate condition description for each one. Two vehicles at the same auction can require different equipment. If you are unsure about a detail, say so; we can explain what needs to be confirmed before the transport is scheduled.
Inoperable vehicles and unloading at delivery
A nonrunning vehicle needs a plan for both ends of the trip. Loading assistance at an auction does not mean the same equipment will be available at your delivery address. Explain whether the vehicle can roll, steer, and brake, and whether a winch or other specialized handling may be needed.
For inoperable auction vehicles, the customer is responsible for arranging suitable unloading equipment at delivery. Confirm those arrangements with Onyx before scheduling the shipment. Do not assume the transport driver will bring a forklift, tow truck, or other equipment that has not been agreed upon.
If the destination is a repair shop or dealership, speak with the receiving staff about space, equipment, and hours. A residential address may not be suitable for the handling required. Addressing that early helps avoid a vehicle arriving where it cannot be safely unloaded.
Open or Enclosed Dealership Transport?
Open auto transport is a practical option for many ordinary dealership deliveries and inventory moves. The vehicle travels on an open carrier and is exposed to outdoor conditions during transport. The quote depends on the route, vehicle, available equipment, and timing.
Enclosed auto transport offers additional shelter from weather and road debris and may suit a valuable, collectible, or carefully restored vehicle. Vehicle dimensions, ground clearance, and condition still matter. An enclosed trailer does not automatically solve every loading problem, so explain the vehicle’s needs before selecting equipment.
Compare our open auto transport and enclosed auto transport services, or call for help choosing an option. For an auction vehicle with damage or limited movement, equipment suitability takes priority over a simple open-versus-enclosed preference.
How Dealership & Auction Shipping Works
A clear pickup plan starts with accurate details. Follow these three steps to coordinate the shipment.
Call with the shipment details
We review the route, vehicle condition, pickup requirements, and delivery arrangements. You receive a quote based on the information provided and can discuss the expected pickup window before booking.
Prepare the vehicle for release
Complete the seller’s or auction’s requirements and provide the necessary pickup authorization. We coordinate with the assigned carrier and location contacts. No charge is processed until a carrier is assigned.
Receive and inspect the vehicle
Have the receiving contact available and any agreed unloading equipment ready. Review the vehicle with the driver and check the delivery inspection record before signing. Report concerns promptly through the appropriate shipment process.
What Affects Dealership & Auction Shipping Prices?
Distance is only one part of the shipping price. Vehicle size and weight, route demand, pickup availability, trailer type, and scheduling also matter. A damaged or inoperable vehicle may require equipment and handling that an ordinary running sedan does not.
Facility restrictions, difficult access, and unusual delivery requirements need to be reviewed before a price is confirmed. A shipment between major cities can have different availability from one involving a remote auction branch. Moving several vehicles may offer scheduling opportunities, but a discount should never be assumed without reviewing the full request.
Call with complete details to get a quote for your shipment. Auction purchase price, title status, and transport cost are separate matters; Onyx coordinates shipping and does not inspect, value, or warrant the vehicle you purchase.
Dealership & Auction Shipping FAQs
Can you ship a car from a dealership to my home?
Yes. We coordinate dealership-to-customer delivery where suitable carrier access is available. Confirm the vehicle is ready for release and provide the dealership contact before pickup.
Do you work with independent dealers and dealer groups?
Yes. We arrange inventory transfers for independent dealers, franchise dealerships, and dealer groups. Call with the vehicle list, locations, contacts, and preferred dates.
Which auctions can you arrange pickup from?
We coordinate shipments from Manheim, ADESA, IAA, Copart, and other auctions, subject to release requirements, location access, and suitable transport equipment. Naming an auction does not imply an official partnership or affiliation.
Why must I call for Copart or IAA shipping?
Onyx requires a phone quote for these shipments so we can review condition, loading, and delivery arrangements. An ordinary online calculation does not capture every special-handling requirement.
Can you ship a vehicle that does not run?
Call to discuss its exact condition. Whether it rolls, steers, and brakes, plus access at both locations, determines what equipment may be suitable. Service depends on the handling requirements and carrier availability.
Who provides unloading equipment for an inoperable vehicle?
The customer is responsible for suitable unloading equipment at delivery. Confirm the equipment and receiving arrangements with us before the shipment is scheduled.
Do I need to complete auction payment before pickup?
The auction must authorize release before the carrier can collect the vehicle. Confirm payment, documentation, and pickup authorization directly with the selling facility.
Is there an online quote form on this page?
No. The quote graphic is an illustration. Dealership and auction quotes are provided by phone at (800) 808-0176.
Ready to Move a Dealership or Auction Vehicle?
Have the pickup location, vehicle details, and delivery address ready. We will help review the shipment, identify the handling needs, and discuss a suitable shipping quote.
Call (800) 808-0176 for dealership and auction car shipping. No online quotes for this service.