So you are at a point where no one really needs to sell you on the fact that police vehicle auctions are a good place to shop for bargains. Maybe the only thing you really still need is a good auction blueprint plan to follow which will turn your work into money saved. If you're strategy includes the following 4 steps, you will be well placed to achieving your goals set for these auctions.

The Car Inspection

This is a gift from the police department - the opportunity to inspect the ins and outs of the car. Make use if it!! The purpose here is to have a closer look at particularly the engine (for mechanical issues) and structural integrity of the car as you won't be allowed to test-drive it.

The VI number

Where most people get into trouble is when they overlook the fundementals. If you need an overview report on the auto's history (on issues such as if it's been stolen, damaged, etc), you can obtain this with the vehicles registration number at no cost. This report will give you exactly the sort of information you need to determine if you want to even buy the car at police auction

The Vehicle's Title

It's common for the police to check if the car has a clean title before it's being auctioned. It's also very common that they don't do a thorough job of it. Rather check this for yourself as it's a gutting experience to have the auto that you just bought repossessed by a creditor.

Valuing the Vehicle

If you plan on purchasing a car at the auction without having a good estimation on the vehicles value, you should be prepared for potential serious problems. It's sort of like starting a camp fire completely covered in kerosene. Not knowing the valuation of the car will result in you bidding for it until you won. The will normally be at a price significantly greater than what it is actually worth. The conclusion is simple. Know the valuation and DO NOT bid anything more than this on the car.

With the above information you’ll generally be well prepared on the police vehicle auction day. Alot of folks get distracted by the events of the day. This is particularly the case with live public auction events. Best advice is to stay calm and focussed on your game plan. The most successful bidders the ones that remain relaxed and collected. With their fixed strategy they usually walk away as the winners.