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dealer auctions

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Dealer auctions are places where car dealers sell their leftover cars to other people or businesses. It’s a way to get rid of cars that didn’t sell in stores.

Technical Definition

Dealer auctions are events where car dealerships sell inventory—often unsold or excess vehicles—to other dealers, wholesalers, or private buyers. Prices can be lower than retail because the cars are sold in bulk or as part of inventory clearance.

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