Auction Access — Wholesale for Retail
Wholesale Access for Shoppers
Choose the vehicle, we do the bidding, and you pay the auction directly. Transparent fees, clean paperwork, big savings.
How It Works
1) You Choose
Send us year/make/model, trim, mileage target, must-have options, and your top budget. We’ll pull live auction candidates that match.
2) We Bid
We represent you at dealer-only auctions, review condition reports, and set a max bid with you. We only lift the paddle with your go-ahead.
3) You Own It
You pay the auction directly (wire/cashier’s check). We handle plates and full TT&L paperwork. Simple, fast, and transparent.
Transparent Costs
What You Pay
- Auction Fee: $700–$1,000
- Transport (Texas): $350–$600
- ES MOTORS Flat Fee: $1,000 (bidding, plates, TT&L paperwork)
- State Taxes/Registration: Paid at registration
You pay the auction for the vehicle. ES MOTORS never adds a dealer margin.
Typical Savings
Real-world buyers save $4,000–$6,000 vs. “Great Deal” listings on retail sites.
Hammer Price: $18,500
+ Auction Fee: $850
+ Transport: $450
+ ES MOTORS Flat Fee: $1,000
= Subtotal: $20,800 (before taxes/registration)
Simple Policy
Deposits & Timing
- Refundable 20% deposit required before bidding.
- If your offer wins, the balance is due within 24 hours to the auction.
If You Don’t Win
- No win? Full, instant refund of your deposit.
- If the balance isn’t paid after a win, the deposit is forfeited.
Important
Payment & Financing
- Auction purchases are cash-only (wire/cashier’s check to auction).
- Financing is available only on ES MOTORS in-stock vehicles.
Condition & Paperwork
- We review condition reports and disclosures before you approve bidding.
- We handle plates and TT&L paperwork after your payment clears.
- State taxes/registration are paid when you register the vehicle.
All auction purchases are subject to auction terms and announcements. Prices, fees, and timelines vary by auction and lane.