{"id":10074,"date":"2026-07-18T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-18T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/?p=10074"},"modified":"2026-11-04T13:26:37","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T13:26:37","slug":"car-auctions-minneapolis-mn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/car-auctions-minneapolis-mn\/","title":{"rendered":"Car Auctions in Minneapolis, MN: Where the Public Can Bid (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You want a car at auction prices, you live in Minneapolis or somewhere in the Twin Cities metro, and you do not have a dealer license. Most of the big auction names you will find on Google are closed to you. A few are not. Here is which ones you can actually bid at, what each one costs, and how to avoid paying for a car you cannot drive home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote rs-answer-box is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The short answer:<\/strong> Yes, the public can buy cars at auction in Minneapolis and the Twin Cities. The Minneapolis and St. Paul impound lots sell unclaimed towed cars to the public, and Remarket Space runs online auctions from the Twin Cities area with no dealer license needed. Wholesale auctions like ADESA, Manheim and ACV are for licensed dealers, and salvage sites like IAA limit what the public can buy.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Updated November 3, 2026. Checked against the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes, the City of Minneapolis Impound Lot, the Saint Paul Police Department Impound Lot, and the Remarket Space pricing and How It Works pages. Sources are linked at the bottom.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ready to look now?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/auction\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">See the live auctions running now<\/span><\/a>, with the out-the-door price on every car before you bid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-takeaways\">Key takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Open to you:<\/strong> the Minneapolis and St. Paul impound lot auctions and online public marketplaces like Remarket Space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Closed to you:<\/strong> ADESA, Manheim and ACV are wholesale marketplaces for licensed dealers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Partly open:<\/strong> salvage auctions like IAA and Copart let the public buy some cars, but rules change by state and title type, and some cars need a broker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Impound cars are as-is:<\/strong> at the Minneapolis lot you cannot drive a car out, it must be towed, and it needs a mechanic\u2019s safety checklist before you title it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tax:<\/strong> Minnesota charges a 6.875 percent motor vehicle sales tax on the purchase price.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-can-bid\">Which car auctions in Minneapolis are open to the public?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Search for car auctions in Minneapolis and you get a page full of names. Most of them will not let you register without a dealer license. This table sorts them by who is actually allowed to bid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Auction<\/th><th>Who can bid<\/th><th>What you will find<\/th><th>Watch out for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Remarket Space (online, Twin Cities area)<\/td><td>The public, with a free account<\/td><td>Inspected used cars, live auctions and Buy Now<\/td><td>Buyer\u2019s premium and admin fee, payment due in 48 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minneapolis Impound Lot auction<\/td><td>The public<\/td><td>Unclaimed towed vehicles<\/td><td>In person, sold without plates, must be towed out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>St. Paul Police Impound Lot auction<\/td><td>The public<\/td><td>Unclaimed towed vehicles<\/td><td>Little condition information<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IAA and Copart<\/td><td>Public for some cars, licensed buyers or brokers for others<\/td><td>Mostly insurance, salvage and damaged cars<\/td><td>State and title rules, broker fees<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ADESA, Manheim and ACV<\/td><td>Licensed dealers<\/td><td>Trade-ins, fleet and lease returns<\/td><td>You need a dealer license to register<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Searching for Twin Cities Auctions? That is us. Twin Cities Auctions is now Remarket Space and is the same company. Our post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/twin-cities-auctions-is-now-remarket-space\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">why Twin Cities Auctions became Remarket Space<\/span><\/a> explains the change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-impound-auctions\">How do the Minneapolis and St. Paul impound lot auctions work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When people search for police car auctions in Minneapolis, they usually mean the city impound lot. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.minneapolismn.gov\/getting-around\/parking-driving\/impound-lot\/auctions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">City of Minneapolis Impound Lot auctions page<\/span><\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Schedule:<\/strong> public auctions are held on the first Thursday of each month at the impound lot. Dealer-only auctions for licensed parts, scrap and salvage dealers run on separate Thursdays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Getting it home:<\/strong> you cannot drive the car out of the lot. It must be towed, and it is sold without license plates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Paperwork:<\/strong> you get a receipt and a notarized bill of sale with a vehicle safety checklist on the back. A mechanic has to inspect the car and complete the checklist before you apply for a title and plates at Driver and Vehicle Services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stpaul.gov\/departments\/police\/administration-office-chief\/support-services-administration\/police-impound-lot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Saint Paul Police Department Impound Lot<\/span><\/a> holds every towed vehicle for at least 17 days, mails the owner a notice, and then can sell unclaimed cars at auctions it holds on a regular basis. The city says some impound vehicles go to an online auction. Call the lot to confirm the current schedule before you plan a day around it. Our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/bid-police-government-surplus-vehicles-mn\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">police and government surplus vehicle auctions in Minnesota<\/span><\/a> covers state surplus sales too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Impound auctions can be cheap, but you buy blind. There is no inspection report, no history and no test drive. Budget for a tow, a mechanic and repairs before you bid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dealer-license\">Can you buy a car at auction in Minneapolis without a dealer license?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, at public auctions. The impound lots and online public marketplaces do not ask for a license. The big wholesale names do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ACV Auctions:<\/strong> its own site says you can join if you have a dealer\u2019s license. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/acv-auctions-vs-remarket-space-auto-auctions-minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">ACV vs Remarket Space comparison<\/span><\/a> shows the difference for Minnesota buyers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Manheim:<\/strong> registration runs through AuctionAccess, a service that confirms you are an authorized dealer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ADESA:<\/strong> describes its auctions as built for wholesale buyers. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/adesa-auto-auction-vs-remarket-space-minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">ADESA vs Remarket Space guide<\/span><\/a> for what that means in practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IAA and Copart:<\/strong> IAA says every state sets its own rules for who can bid and which titles the public can buy, and some buyers need a broker. Read our guides to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/iaai-alternatives-minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">IAA alternatives in Minnesota<\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/copart-alternatives-for-car-flippers-in-minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Copart alternatives in Minnesota<\/span><\/a> before you pay a broker fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bidding on a salvage car? Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/salvage-titles-minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">how salvage titles work in Minnesota<\/span><\/a> first, because a salvage car needs more than a bill of sale to get back on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-online-bidding-works\">How does online bidding work on Remarket Space?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remarket Space is an online car auction based in the Twin Cities area and open to the public. You never have to visit a lot. Here is how it works, from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/how-it-works\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">how bidding and payment work<\/span><\/a> page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1. Make a free account.<\/strong> Upload a government-issued photo ID. No dealer license or membership fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2. Check the car.<\/strong> Every listing has an inspection report from a Remarket Space inspector, a free Carfax, photos, an HD virtual test drive and the out-the-door total.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>3. Bid or Buy Now.<\/strong> Buy Now locks the car at the listed price. In a live auction, bids are binding and move in $50 steps. No Reserve cars run every day and sell to the highest bidder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4. Pay within 48 hours.<\/strong> Pay the full amount by credit or debit card. Miss the deadline and the account is suspended and the car is relisted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5. Get it delivered.<\/strong> There is no pickup. Every car is delivered, typically within about 48 hours, with the delivery quote shown on the listing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fees\">What does it cost to buy a car at auction in Minneapolis?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every auction adds fees on top of the winning bid. On Remarket Space, the buyer\u2019s premium and administrative fee come from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/buyer-premium-fees\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">what the fees actually are<\/span><\/a> page, and Minnesota buyers also pay $119.50 in DMV fees at checkout for title, registration and plates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Winning bid<\/th><th>Buyer\u2019s premium<\/th><th>Admin fee<\/th><th>MN DMV fees<\/th><th>Total before sales tax<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>$2,000<\/td><td>$459<\/td><td>$189<\/td><td>$119.50<\/td><td><strong>$2,767.50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$4,000<\/td><td>$549<\/td><td>$209<\/td><td>$119.50<\/td><td><strong>$4,877.50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$8,000<\/td><td>$729<\/td><td>$209<\/td><td>$119.50<\/td><td><strong>$9,057.50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rates from the Remarket Space Pricing and Fees page, checked November 3, 2026. DMV fees apply to buyers registering in Minnesota. Licensed dealers and out-of-state buyers do not pay them through Remarket Space.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On top of that, Minnesota charges a 6.875 percent motor vehicle sales tax on the purchase price under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.revisor.mn.gov\/statutes\/cite\/297B.02\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Minnesota Statutes section 297B.02<\/span><\/a>. Every Remarket Space listing shows the out-the-door total so you know the number before you bid. Buying from a private seller or an impound lot instead? Our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/costs-transfer-car-title-minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">the cost to transfer a car title in Minnesota<\/span><\/a> breaks down what you pay at the DVS office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to know what cars really sell for? Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/sold-vehicles\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">sold vehicles page<\/span><\/a> shows final prices from our Minnesota auctions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-suburbs\">Live in St. Paul or a Twin Cities suburb?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same choices apply across the metro, from St. Louis Park, Hopkins and Chanhassen in the west to Anoka and Blaine in the north. Online bidding works the same wherever you live, and delivery is quoted to your address. If you are on the east side, our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/car-auctions-st-paul-mn\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">car auctions in St. Paul<\/span><\/a> covers the St. Paul impound lot in more detail, and our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/car-auctions-blaine-mn\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Blaine car auctions guide<\/span><\/a> covers the north metro. For the whole state, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/car-auctions-minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">car auctions in Minnesota<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-budget\">Shopping on a budget in the Twin Cities?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Auctions are where the cheap cars are. Our guides to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/cheap-used-cars-3000-near-minneapolis\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">cheap used cars under $3,000 near Minneapolis<\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/cheap-used-cars-1000-near-minneapolis\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">cars under $1,000 near Minneapolis<\/span><\/a> show what those budgets really buy. With poor credit, read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/buy-car-auction-bad-credit-minnesota-guide\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">buying a car at auction with bad credit in Minnesota<\/span><\/a> first. New to auctions? Start with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/tips-for-first-time-auction-buyers\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">tips for first-time auction buyers<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Can\u2019t cover even a cheap car right now? If you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/in-need-of-a-car\">need a car to get to work<\/a>, our car program for Minnesotans may be able to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-remarket-space\">Why Minneapolis buyers bid on Remarket Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You do not need a dealer license, a membership, or a Thursday morning at the impound lot. Every listing has an inspection report, a free Carfax, real photos, an HD virtual test drive and the out-the-door price before you bid. You can buy instantly with Buy Now or try for a better price in a live auction, and the car is delivered to you. Major engine and transmission problems we did not disclose, reported within 72 hours of delivery, are covered by our 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee, and your title is guaranteed for as long as you own the car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/auction\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\"><strong>See cars up for auction now<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, or browse <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/cars\/minnesota\/under-5000\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">cars under $5,000 in Minnesota<\/span><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/cars\/suvs\/minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">used SUVs in Minnesota<\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/cars\/trucks\/minnesota\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">used trucks in Minnesota<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are there public car auctions in Minneapolis?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. The City of Minneapolis Impound Lot holds a public auction on the first Thursday of each month, and the St. Paul Police Impound Lot also auctions unclaimed vehicles. Online marketplaces like Remarket Space are open to the public every day with no dealer license.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-2\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I buy at ADESA or Manheim in Minneapolis without a dealer license?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. ADESA, Manheim and ACV are wholesale marketplaces for licensed dealers. Manheim checks dealer status through AuctionAccess, and ACV asks for a dealer license. Without one, use a public impound auction or an online public marketplace instead.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-3\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I drive a car home from the Minneapolis impound auction?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. The city says vehicles bought at the impound lot auction cannot be driven out and must be towed. They are sold without plates, and a mechanic must complete the safety checklist on the bill of sale before you title and register the car.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-4\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the sales tax on a car in Minnesota?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Minnesota charges a 6.875 percent motor vehicle sales tax on the purchase price of a vehicle. You also pay title, registration and plate fees. The Remarket Space fee calculator shows the tax and fees before you bid.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-5\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Twin Cities Auctions the same as Remarket Space?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Twin Cities Auctions is now Remarket Space. It is the same company, running online car auctions from the Twin Cities area that are open to the public with no dealer license needed.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-6\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How fast do I have to pay after winning an online car auction?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">On Remarket Space you pay the full amount by credit or debit card within 48 hours of winning. If you miss the deadline, the account is suspended and the car is relisted, so only bid on cars you are ready to buy.<\/p> <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sources\">Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.revisor.mn.gov\/statutes\/cite\/297B.02\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Minnesota Statutes 297B.02: Motor vehicle sales tax rate<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.minneapolismn.gov\/getting-around\/parking-driving\/impound-lot\/auctions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">City of Minneapolis: Impound Lot auctions<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stpaul.gov\/departments\/police\/administration-office-chief\/support-services-administration\/police-impound-lot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Saint Paul Police Department: Impound Lot<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iaai.com\/us\/Articles\/online-car-auctions-who-can-buy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">IAA: Online car auctions, who can buy<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/site.manheim.com\/en\/help\/new-dealer-registration.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Manheim: New dealer registration<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/how-it-works\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Remarket Space: How It Works<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/buyer-premium-fees\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Remarket Space: Pricing and Fees<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. Schedules, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the auction or agency before you buy.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Which car auctions in Minneapolis and the Twin Cities are open to the public: impound lot auctions, online bidding with no dealer license, fees and Minnesota sales tax.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":20288,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[221],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10074","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-city-auction-guides"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.3 (Yoast SEO v28.8) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Car Auctions in Minneapolis, MN (2026): Open to the Public<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A directory of local car 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