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Updated February 2025
When purchasing a salvage vehicle, understanding the applicable sales tax is crucial to determining the overall cost. Sales tax for salvage vehicles is subject to state regulations and can vary significantly based on the state where the transaction occurs.
Generally, sales tax is calculated as a percentage of the purchase price or the fair market value of the vehicle, whichever is higher. However, some states may have specific provisions or exemptions for salvage vehicles, potentially affecting the tax rate.
It is important to note that additional fees, such as registration and titling fees, may also apply and vary by state. These should be considered alongside the sales tax when calculating the total cost of purchasing a salvage vehicle.
For the most accurate and detailed information regarding sales tax on salvage vehicles, we recommend consulting your state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or a local tax authority. For a general guide on vehicle sales tax, including salvage vehicles, you can refer to:
Policygenius - Auto Tax Rate by StateAdditionally, our Auction Fees Calculator app includes a feature to estimate sales tax based on the latest available rates for your state inputing rate above.
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| Final Bid Price | Secured Payment Method | Unsecured Payment Method |
|---|---|---|
| $0 - $49.99 | $25.00 | $27.50 |
| $50.00 - $99.99 | $45.00 | $50.00 |
| $100.00 - 199.99 | $80.00 | $90.00 |
| $200.00 - $299.99 | $130.00 | $145.00 |
| $300.00 - $349.99 | $132.50 | $150.50 |
| $350.00 - $399.99 | $135.00 | $155.00 |
| $400.00 - $449.99 | $170.00 | $192.50 |
| $450.00 - $499.99 | $180.00 | $205.00 |
| $500.00 - $549.99 | $200.00 | $227.50 |
| $550.00 - $599.99 | $205.00 | $235.00 |
| $600.00 - $699.99 | $235.00 | $270.00 |
| $700.00 - $799.99 | $260.00 | $300.00 |
| $800.00 - $899.99 | $280.00 | $325.00 |
| $900.00 - $999.99 | $305.00 | $355.00 |
| $1,000.00 - $1,199.99 | $355.00 | $415.00 |
| $1,200.00 - $1,299.99 | $380.00 | $445.00 |
| $1,300.00 - $1,399.99 | $400.00 | $470.00 |
| $1,400.00 - $1,499.99 | $410.00 | $485.00 |
| $1,500.00 - $1,599.99 | $420.00 | $500.00 |
| $1,600.00 - $1,699.99 | $440.00 | $525.00 |
| $1,700.00 - $1,799.99 | $450.00 | $540.00 |
| $1,800.00 - $1,999.99 | $465.00 | $565.00 |
| $2,000.00 - $2,399.99 | $500.00 | $620.00 |
| $2,400.00 - $2,499.99 | $525.00 | $650.00 |
| $2,500.00 - $2,999.99 | $550.00 | $700.00 |
| $3,000.00 - $3,499.99 | $650.00 | $825.00 |
| $3,500.00 - $3,999.99 | $700.00 | $920.00 |
| $4,000.00 - $4,499.99 | $725.00 | $935.00 |
| $4,500.00 - $4,999.99 | $750.00 | $1,000.00 |
| $5,000.00 - $5,999.99 | $775.00 | $1,025.00 |
| $6,000.00 - $6,999.99 | $800.00 | $1,050.00 |
| $7,000.00 - $7,999.99 | $825.00 | $1,075.00 |
| $8,000.00 - $9,999.99 | $850.00 | $1,100.00 |
| $10,000.00 - $14,999.99 | $900.00 | $1,250.00 |
| $15,000.00+ | 7.50% | 12.50% |
Bids made electronically, will have charges based on the highest bid amount.
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| Final Bid Price | Pre-Bid | Live-Bid | Kisok Pre-Bid |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 - $99.99 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| $100.00 - $499.99 | $39.00 | $49.00 | $0.00 |
| $500.00 - $999.99 | $49.00 | $59.00 | $0.00 |
| $1,000.00 - $1,499.99 | $69.00 | $79.00 | $0.00 |
| $1,500.00 - $1,999.99 | $79.00 | $89.00 | $0.00 |
| $2,000.00 - $3,999.99 | $89.00 | $99.00 | $0.00 |
| $4,000.00 - $5,999.99 | $99.00 | $109.00 | $0.00 |
| $6,000.00 - $7,999.99 | $119.00 | $139.00 | $0.00 |
| $8,000.00+ | $129.00 | $149.00 | $0.00 |