Repossessed cars for sale in California

How buying works for California residents

Every vehicle on this site was repossessed by a bank or credit union and is sold with the lien released. You bid online from anywhere in California; the current bid and full bid history are visible before you register. When the clock runs out, the highest bid wins and an invoice is issued immediately — there are no buyer fees, internet fees or documentation fees added.

Delivery to California

California is about 2,400 to 2,800 miles from St. Petersburg, FL. Delivery is outside the free zone and adds roughly $1,000 to $1,250 at $0.70 per mile beyond 1,000 miles. Pickup at our St. Petersburg, Florida warehouse is always free, and we can meet carriers you arrange yourself.

Sales tax and registration in California

California's statewide base sales and use tax is 7.25%, and most counties add district tax, so the total commonly runs higher; it is collected when you register the car. We do not collect CA sales tax; you pay it when you register the vehicle.

Titling the vehicle with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

A vehicle coming from out of state needs a DMV VIN verification, a smog certification in most cases, the signed title, bill of sale, odometer statement and proof of California insurance. Plan extra time, because smog rules depend on the vehicle's age and fuel type; verify with the state DMV. Ask about a temporary operating permit for the trip home.

Cities we deliver to in California

Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Sacramento, Fresno, Riverside and every other city and county in the state. Delivery is door to door on an insured carrier.