Buying From Copart? HOW NOT TO GET CAUGHT OUT!!!

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  • @harrynewbrook5103
    @harrynewbrook5103 4 роки тому +8

    If you buy without viewing from copart you,re asking for trouble,we all ways take our own pictures including spare wheel , tools ect along with what fuel was in the vehicle as all these have a habit of going missing.Its your responsability to make sure everything is ok, this is a problem at the moment as you cannot view.If you have a problem with copart its never their fault and the small print is very good at covering their backsides,also their images are very good at hiding things,one other thing to note is at the moment you can buy undamaged cars for, much the same money and they are not recorded.allways remember a recorded vehicle is worth a lot less and can be very hard to sell.

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому +1

      Very well said 👏🏼👏🏼

    • @theitems4242
      @theitems4242 4 роки тому

      But they say you can't take photos on site, so howd you manage that?

  • @teatimetel174
    @teatimetel174 4 роки тому +3

    ive been a copart member since they took over universal salvage in Scotland.one thing that annoys me how they bid the cars up themselves.i was the highest bid on one recently again and bidding stops at 11am then auction live at 12 and i was outbid inbetween that hour which is impossible.also they mislead buyers putting the retail value which they put top price so inexperienced buyers think getting a bargain and bid higher. copart should not be allowed to put the retail value as the car is not classed as retail being a write off.

  • @fax4933
    @fax4933 3 роки тому +1

    Very useful video thanks you explain things absolutely brilliant presented

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  3 роки тому

      Pleasure is all mine. Thank you for watching

  • @chrisyoung5573
    @chrisyoung5573 4 роки тому +1

    Great video, very informative. Your very good at explaining things

  • @benevans3733
    @benevans3733 4 роки тому +1

    Another great video and hope you are staying safe and well

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому

      Thanks Ben you too mate

    • @richardnorth5994
      @richardnorth5994 4 роки тому

      Are category U mainly finance repossessions or rental cars being put in . I ask this as apparently these don't go via insurance channels.

  • @quicko2112
    @quicko2112 3 роки тому

    Well done chap, very informative.

  • @garywright3915
    @garywright3915 4 роки тому

    Very informative video fully agree with ur picks here that Audi is a money pit .bread&butter cars is the safe bet ..I mean look how cheap u picked up parts for ur corsa..imagine the price of 2wings/door for a high end german audi 😥..lol cool watching u learn just hope u make money mate👍

  • @JAKI3OY
    @JAKI3OY 3 роки тому

    On the scirocco r what does the yellow letters mean on the windscreen R,N,1
    Brilliant channel!!!

  • @chowzish2789
    @chowzish2789 Рік тому +1

    Great video bro thanks

  • @paulbull7924
    @paulbull7924 4 роки тому

    Great video mate really helped me has I’m looking to buy a salvage motor and have been looking on copart

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому

      Thanks Paul glad it came in useful! Good luck let us know how you get on 👊🏼

  • @mrdanfaulkner
    @mrdanfaulkner 4 роки тому +2

    Hi mate really enjoyed the video, just a quick question expanding on what you said at the end of the video, how do you find the space to do what you’re doing? Do you rent your garage/unit or is it part of your property? I want to do what you’re doing but I only have one parking space for my own car on my drive and I’d like to be able to buy a couple of cars to work on. What do you recommend storage wise so that I can work on a car indoors but don’t want the expense of a big industrial unit?

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому +1

      Hi mate I'm lucky enough to have a big garage I can use to do what I do but if I was in your situation I would rent a up and over garage and start out that way. Usually they dont come with power but i would buy a small generator for power and away you go. If its something you enjoy and you see yourself making a few quid out of it then later down the line you may be in a position to expand. Also depends on what area you live in... if your up north units are reasonably cheap. Good luck!

  • @stuartdavison8459
    @stuartdavison8459 4 роки тому +1

    Nice video mate hows the white van going now or is it on the back burner . Stay safe 👍🍺

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому +1

      Hi mate was put on the back burner but will be back on it this week!

  • @pitkin03
    @pitkin03 4 роки тому +2

    Nice informative vid, any idea what P means after the lot number? Maybe a vid on the screen letters would be good too. One I've just one has, R, I and D on the screen, assume R is run D is drive no idea on the I (insurance)? 🤣🤣

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому +1

      Can definatly do another vid. I'm pretty sure the I stands for insurance mate

    • @jcderby129
      @jcderby129 4 роки тому

      Yeah I’d like this too....

    • @alzhs3490
      @alzhs3490 3 роки тому

      Did you manage to find out what P is ?

    • @pitkin03
      @pitkin03 3 роки тому

      No, X is insurance and C is private seller

    • @jcderby129
      @jcderby129 3 роки тому

      I’ve also seen p after a lot number

  • @geoffreyrawlingd2430
    @geoffreyrawlingd2430 3 роки тому +2

    I don't think copart will never allow members to view cars anymore. Absolute crooks

  • @terence2678
    @terence2678 3 роки тому +2

    Too many rip off fees puts me off. It's a big gamble with a lot of co-part motors having serious engine issues. Buying without physically seeing the car is a big no-no.

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  3 роки тому

      Very true. Copart fees are ridiculous. Sometimes the fees can be just as much as the car itself!

  • @gc5384
    @gc5384 4 роки тому +1

    What is the latest on the beemer and combo now mate look forward to the partner van .

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому +1

      Beamer has now gone and the combos still here just been put on the back burner!

  • @glynrogers1018
    @glynrogers1018 Рік тому

    Hi can they sell car for repair when contaminated with body fluids regards

  • @user-mn9fi3yz4k
    @user-mn9fi3yz4k 2 роки тому

    What are the costs of category X cars ? what is the process if there is one to legalise and sell on

  • @RegimantasTekutis
    @RegimantasTekutis 9 місяців тому

    Hi mate, I just bought vehicle with v5 on file where I can find v5?

  • @Darelislt
    @Darelislt 8 місяців тому

    Hi,
    You forgot to mention flood damage cars

  • @joehardman_
    @joehardman_ 4 роки тому

    Great vid! 🔥

  • @RobsCars
    @RobsCars 3 роки тому

    Thanks great help. Liked and sub'd 👍 What does the P mean at the end of the window code and are there others that may come up? Thanks and keep up the good work

  • @mokahn5920
    @mokahn5920 3 роки тому

    hello what does the letters at the end of the lot number means

  • @AlAl-vc7xr
    @AlAl-vc7xr 3 роки тому

    What does the E stand for after the lot number ?

  • @alzhs3490
    @alzhs3490 3 роки тому +1

    Hi mate what is the letter P for after the lot number ?

  • @Hassan-nu3rp
    @Hassan-nu3rp 2 роки тому

    Sorry you said look at the MOT history but most of this cars have the reg covered

    • @mirite1909
      @mirite1909 2 роки тому

      revealed to members, along with full VIN.

  • @granittmava1291
    @granittmava1291 4 роки тому

    Did you sell the combo van mate?

  • @king-gamer7928
    @king-gamer7928 4 роки тому

    Is Copart open to view cars in October 2020?

  • @stephenevans1833
    @stephenevans1833 4 роки тому +1

    It amazes me that you guys can’t believe the prices at copart at the moment but it’s this type of video that’s tempting the average joe to bid on these cars!!!!. Just saying !🙂

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому +4

      My videos are never to tempt anyone into anything they are just a little guide to use from mistakes I've made in the past. Buying from auction Is a big risk, sometimes it pays off and sometimes it dont. That's the name of the game

    • @stephenevans1833
      @stephenevans1833 4 роки тому +1

      Car Trader Diaries totally understandable but, but I still reckon lockdown, boredom and videos like this can sway some people into chancing there luck, therefore supply and demand ! Just found your channel and subscribed . I’d never have the balls personally to give it a try , but I certainly like watching others 👍👍

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому

      Thanks Stephen. Much appriciated 👊🏼

  • @willcambridge8629
    @willcambridge8629 4 роки тому

    may sound like a daft question but what are you meant todo if the full reg isn't available ? I.E RJ08***

  • @F32_Rocket
    @F32_Rocket 7 місяців тому

    The first mistake someone makes when buying a car from Copart or IAA is thinking they have a SNOWBALL'S CHANCE IN HELL to actually win one of these auctions. Unless, of course, someone wants to pay as much for a salvaged vehicle as they would that same used, undamaged vehicle?
    There is obvious evidence of "Shill Bidding" in these auctions, artificially driving up the final price of these vehicles when they're sold. Why someone in Ghana would want to buy a completely totalled 2014 Toyota Tacoma for $9500.00 is beyond my comprehension. The fact that these companies even allow International bidding is complete and utter nonsense.
    I need a part for my Honda. I think I'll look for it at an auction yard in Saudia Arabia, even though I live in the USA. Makes so much sense, right?
    Oh, and don't get me started on how Copart likes to relist, or "reassign", vehicles for sale after the live auction has ended and the highest bidder has already won the vehicle. Then, Copart will send an email to the winning bidder, and all previous bidders, saying: "We're Sorry, This Lot Has Been Reassigned and All Previous Bids Have Been Canceled. The Lot(vehicle) Will Be Reauctioned Starting At The Previous Highest Bid."
    Despite the fact that the vehicle was listed as a "Pure Sale" in which the vehicle gets sold to the highest bidder regardless of the final price, there is no "reserve" price to be met.
    Yet another way of them fucking people over when the vehicle doesn't sell for the amount they(Copart), or the insurance company, wanted.
    Fucking scam. Don't waste your time or money here at these auctions. You are buying someone else's problem.

  • @georgiatanasov7085
    @georgiatanasov7085 4 роки тому +3

    Very good video. I wonder if it is only a hobby is it worth it? You have to pay initial registration fee ( i think it is £100), then every year member's fee, pay for delivery, and before you sell the car you have to insure and tax it to be legal for test drive.

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому

      Depends how serious you are about doing it and how many cars you plan on doing mate

  • @hafizurrahman9596
    @hafizurrahman9596 3 роки тому

    What does a Q next to the lot number mean? Great video

    • @marcusbreton3203
      @marcusbreton3203 Рік тому

      I think it means it gets a clean and photos after clean p is a insurance one they want pictures of the vehicle to decide what to do x is normal aswell as some c

  • @paulmullen4040
    @paulmullen4040 3 роки тому

    What are the fees mate.

  • @ashik4317
    @ashik4317 4 роки тому

    You didn't speak about any of the fees to look out for

  • @gc5384
    @gc5384 4 роки тому

    Hi mate hope all is well with you and the family .

  • @benevans3733
    @benevans3733 4 роки тому +1

    Have you found another car yet then

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому

      Not yet mate still have the Peugeot partner to fix up the Corsa is at the bodyshop once corsa is back that will be going up for sale then I will be looking for the next one!

  • @shanesophie2012
    @shanesophie2012 2 роки тому

    Does anyone know what the letter T mean?

  • @Tyronnster
    @Tyronnster 4 роки тому

    Just finishing watching

  • @matthewfountain3655
    @matthewfountain3655 4 роки тому +2

    How not to get caught on copart... What went wrong with the BMW and the van 😂

    • @SalvageDiaries
      @SalvageDiaries  4 роки тому +1

      Watch my 'Channel Update' vid to see what happened mate

    • @matthewfountain3655
      @matthewfountain3655 4 роки тому +2

      @@SalvageDiaries I know you bought lemons, my point is your teaching people how not to get caught but you seem to get caught more than most

    • @SalimKhan-gk1fh
      @SalimKhan-gk1fh 3 роки тому

      @@matthewfountain3655 golden rule is NOT to buy cat U used/ unrecorded. It’s dodgy as hell & u are asking for trouble

    • @matthewfountain3655
      @matthewfountain3655 3 роки тому

      @@SalimKhan-gk1fh exactly that's 1 of my rules... A unrecorded car out of a salvage auction. Obviously its going to be brilliant 😂

    • @SalimKhan-gk1fh
      @SalimKhan-gk1fh 3 роки тому

      @@matthewfountain3655 I don’t look at unrecorded anymore,usually have mechanical problems, major onesMatthew!

  • @fax4933
    @fax4933 3 роки тому +6

    Don’t buy of copart heard too many horror stories