How Auctions Work
Understanding Where Vehicles Really Come From
Most people only see vehicles once they reach retail listings.
What they don’t see is where those vehicles actually come from.
Before a car, truck, motorcycle, boat, or RV ever reaches a dealership lot, it usually passes through a dealer-only auction.
That’s where DealerLink operates.
What Is a Dealer-Only Auction?
Dealer-only auctions are private marketplaces where vehicles are bought and sold exclusively by licensed dealers.
These auctions are not open to the general public and are where:
- Dealerships source their inventory
- Fleet vehicles are liquidated
- Lease returns are sold
- Insurance and bank-owned vehicles are moved
This is where real market pricing exists — before retail markups are added.
Who Has Access to These Auctions?
Access is restricted to:
- Licensed dealers
- Financial institutions
- Large fleets and rental companies
The public cannot buy directly from these auctions.
DealerLink operates as the dealer, allowing our clients to purchase vehicles from this market through us, legally and transparently.
Where Do These Vehicles Come From?
Vehicles sold at auction come from multiple sources, including:
- Banks and financial institutions
- Insurance companies
- Franchise dealerships
- Leasing companies
- Rental fleets
- Corporate and commercial fleets
Many of these vehicles are:
- Lease returns
- Fleet-maintained
- Trade-ins that dealers don’t keep on their lots
Major U.S. Auction Networks
DealerLink works with some of the largest and most recognized auction platforms in the United States, including:
These networks operate nationwide, with inventory constantly moving across different states and regions — not just Orlando.
Why Vehicles Are Cheaper at Auction
Auction pricing reflects:
- Wholesale market value
- Vehicle condition and demand
- Regional supply and timing
What’s missing at auction?
- Retail overhead
- Sales commissions
- Showroom markups
This is why vehicles sourced at auction can often be thousands less than retail.
Where DealerLink Fits In
DealerLink bridges the gap between buyers and this closed market.
We:
- Source vehicles based on your criteria
- Handle the auction purchase
- Sell the vehicle directly to you
- Disclose all pricing, fees, and add-ons upfront
You gain dealer-level access without needing a dealer license, and without guessing how the process works.
The Real Advantage
This isn’t about finding “cheap cars.”
It’s about buying smarter.
Real market pricing
- Access to nationwide inventory
- Transparent, structured process
- Backed by over 15 years of dealer experience
Ready to Explore Auction Access?
Apply today and see what buying like a dealer really means.