Auction buying guides
The short reads we hand first-time buyers when they call in. No filler, no upsell.
Dealer Auction vs Retail: What's Actually Different
The short version: dealer-auction cars cost less because dealer overhead, retail markup, and lot financing are stripped out — in exchange, you accept a shorter disclosure window and a stricter payment timeline.
How to Read Dealer-Auction Condition Grades
Auction grades are a shorthand, not a warranty. Higher is better, half a point matters a lot, and the underlying condition report always trumps the number.
Virginia Title and Registration for an Out-of-State Auction Car
Apex gives you a properly assigned title and a bill of sale. You take those to a Virginia DMV Customer Service Center, pay 4.15% sales tax and registration fees, and drive away plated.
Enclosed Transport, Open Transport, and What to Expect
For most Apex customers, single-vehicle enclosed transport from an East Coast auction lane runs $650–$950 and clears in five to eight business days.