Waukegan Car Auction - Public Auto Auction in Illinois Near Chicago

Waukegan Auto Auction is open to the public and is located north of Chicago in Chicagoland (South of Milwaukee). They also provide the opportunity to sell your vehicle in an auction for a fast turnaround. Waukegan Auction's inventory is available online with photos and prices.

Waukegan Auto Auction attracts buyers and sellers from all around the state of Illinois and nearby states. Waukegan AA has a selection of used cars and trucks from trade-ins, repos, charity cars, fleet surplus, private owner vehicles, and more.

Making the process even easier, I enjoy that they put their inventory online and also allow physical inspection of the auction cars before the auction. As always, I highly recommend you to take advantage of these options.

With two auctions a week, they are frequently receiving more used cars and trucks for sale. Buyers may also take advantage of their online auction cars with buy it now prices to save money on a car quickly and easily.

I especially like the fact that public bidders have two opportunities a week to bid on an auction vehicle. Also, they have very positive reviews online with a good reputation in the area.

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My Tip for Waukegan Auction in Illinois: I recommend that you arrive early to Waukegan Auction and be willing to attend another sale if you do not see anything that fits your budget or needs the first time. I always like to make a shortlist of auction vehicles I am interested in instead of "falling in love" with just one car. That's how you pay too much, in my experience.

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Car Auction Schedule

Wednesday Viewing: 4 pm

Wednesday Bidding: 6 pm

Saturday Viewing: 10 am

Saturday Bidding: 12 pm

Auction Fee Information

Buyer's Fees:

Buyer fees at Waukegan Auto Auction are $100 per vehicle, which is very fair in our experience with public car auctions in Illinois.

State Fees:

IL, Suburbs Sales Tax - 7%
IL, Chicago Sales Tax - 8.25%
IL, Title only - $155.00
IL, Title and Transfer of Plates with registration card $180.00
IL, Title and License Plates $306.00

Sellers Fees:

$0-$1,499 - $150
$1,500-$10,000 - 10%
$10,001 and Up - 7%
Rate may vary on cars sold at $20k+

Selling Requirements:

Valid Government-issued ID
Certificate of Title
18 Years of age or older