How it's calculated
We use Copart's reference fee schedule for secured payment, non-clean title (tiered buyer fee, 6% from $15,000), the live-bid virtual bid fee, and the fixed gate ($95), environmental ($15) and title mailing ($15) fees. RCA's fee depends on the final price: $250 up to $5,000, $350 from $5,001 to $10,000, $500 from $10,001 to $20,000 and $700 from $20,001 up (Dealer plan: $50 less). The bidding deposit is the greater of $1,000 or 10% of your maximum bid, and it returns to your balance if you're outbid.
Frequently asked questions
Are Copart and IAAI fees the same?
Not exactly. Each auction has its own schedule and updates it from time to time. This calculator uses Copart's reference schedule; IAAI amounts are usually similar, but confirm the lot before bidding.
What does this estimate leave out?
Repairs, late-pickup storage and lot-specific charges. If you keep the car in the US, add your state's sales tax, title and registration. If you export it, add destination taxes; for the Dominican Republic you can estimate them with our import tax calculator.
Is the deposit an extra cost?
No. It's credited to your purchase if you win and returns to your balance if you're outbid. Only a card processing charge is kept when you pay by card.
Why is the broker fee shown?
Because it's part of the real cost. At RCA our fee is just another line in the budget, so you know from the start what we earn for helping you.