Upcoming Car Auctions in Adelaide SA – 24 Upcoming Sales inc Fleet Utes, Late-Model SUVs & Ex-Government Cars
This week we list 24 car auctions in Adelaide and South Australia. Fleet disposals, ex-government vehicles, and classic car events from Pickles, Manheim, Grays, and South Australia’s leading auctioneers.
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Our Auction Picks this Week
Each week we highlight unique and interesting sales that caught our eye. The full list is below.
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SA Government Vehicle Auction
A dozen ex-government vehicles are being listed through Pickles in Adelaide, with most of the fleet still under factory warranty. The line-up runs from 2023 Toyota Camry Ascent Sport and Ascent sedans to Hilux Workmate and SR utes, RAV4 GX SUVs, an Isuzu D-MAX SX, a Volkswagen Transporter TDI450 and a Kia Sorento Sport, with the newest being a 2024 RAV4 GX.
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Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
A wide spread of passenger cars, SUVs and utes is on offer at Slattery’s Pooraka auction, with more than 12 lots listed. Highlights include a 2020 Ford Everest Sport, a 2016 BMW X1 sDrive18d xLine, three Toyota Hilux Workmate utes (2021, 2022 and 2024), a 2021 Toyota Hiace, a 2013 Range Rover Evoque Dynamic and a 2018 ZB Holden Commodore RS Black Edition.
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Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
A tidy run of late-model SUVs and utes is on the block at Slattery’s Pooraka yard. The 10-lot list runs from a 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander LS and 2023 Mazda CX-3 G20 Pure through to a 2023 Toyota Hilux SR Hi-Rider, 2021 Isuzu D-MAX SX and a 2020 Ford Everest Sport, with a 2018 Lexus LX 570 and 2013 Range Rover Evoque Dynamic rounding out the mix.
FAQ
Which auction houses sell cars in Adelaide?
Pickles and Manheim operate the highest-volume vehicle yards in SA. Grays lists South Australian vehicles online continuously. Slattery covers government and commercial liquidations statewide.
Are there classic or collector car auctions in Adelaide?
Yes. SA has a strong classic car culture and collector vehicles appear regularly through Grays and specialist events.
What fees should I expect at Adelaide vehicle auctions?
Buyer’s premium of 10–18% plus GST depending on the auctioneer. Factor in transport and roadworthy costs for a true total.
Trends & Insights
South Australia’s auction lanes leaned heavily on ex-government and fleet disposals this week, with Pickles staging its SA Government Vehicle Auction of 30 lots in Adelaide on 21 October. The Salisbury Plain sale carried multiple Toyota RAV4, Hilux and Ford Ranger models alongside Isuzu D-MAX and Hyundai Tucson ex-government units, a familiar mix that keeps trade buyers circling late-model dual-cabs and SUVs (Auction Finder / Pickles, Oct 21). Slattery’s weekly Pooraka motor vehicle sale on 19 October ran 18 lots of late-model SUVs and utes, including a 2021 Toyota Hilux Workmate, 2020 Ford Ranger XL and 2022 MG HS Vibe from fleet sources (Auction Finder / Slattery, Oct 19).
Grays kept the no-reserve format running in Adelaide on 21 October, offering two cheap petrol runabouts in Pooraka. Earlier no-reserve sessions in the city showed the split clearly: older stock like a 2009 Hyundai iLoad cleared at low prices while a 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid reached $15,400, a reminder that condition and age are doing more price-setting work than the format itself (Auction Finder / Grays, Oct 21).
The national data backs the local emphasis on 4WDs. AADA/AutoGrab September figures recorded 258,127 used sales, up 6% month on month, with 4WD/AWD at 46.2% share and used EV sales up 29.8% to 5,417 units, or 2.1% of the market (AADA / AutoGrab via goauto.com.au, Oct 20). That hybrid and EV appetite is showing up in Adelaide results, though volumes remain thin relative to diesel and petrol utes.
Away from metal, Slattery Auctions & Valuations closed its online sale of 22 historic South Australian numeric number plates on 19 October, including plates such as 1308 and 4335, with rights restricted to SA-registered vehicles and proceeds directed to state services (WE ARE.SA, Oct 19). Buyers should watch whether next week’s fleet consignments hold their late-model pricing or start to soften as supply loosens.
Last updated: 24 Oct 2026
Rod’s Tips
Government fleet sales through Pickles and Manheim Adelaide are a strong source of value. SA Government fleet disposals are regularly serviced and often sold without reserve.
PPSR check every vehicle before bidding. The $2 check reveals outstanding finance and write-off history making it non-negotiable for any used vehicle purchase.
Adelaide’s buyer pool is smaller than Sydney or Melbourne. Prepared bidders can find genuine value, particularly on prestige and collector vehicles that attract less competition locally.
Slattery Auctions
Slattery Auctions covers SA vehicle and commercial sales through their online platform and periodic Adelaide events.
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Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
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Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
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Adelaide Classic Car Auction
Includes: 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera (Custom Supercharged, Factory GT3 Options ) Coupe, 2012 Holden Special Vehicles Clubsport R8 E3 Manual, 2017 Holden Commodore Motorsport Edition Petrol, 2011 Holden Commodore VE GTS Manual
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Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
Includes: Want to sell your car here ?, 2016 Holden Commodore Evoke Petrol, 2021 Nissan X-Trail ST Petrol (Auto) (Ex Lease), 2018 Ford Escape Titanium Petrol
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Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
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Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
Adelaide Weekly Motor Vehicle Auction
Pickles
Pickles SA runs regular vehicle auctions from their Adelaide facility, covering passenger cars, fleet disposals, 4WDs, utes, and ex-government stock.
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SA Government Vehicle Auction
More detail
Government fleet sales are worth watching because the cars tend to be serviced on schedule and sold on a fixed timetable rather than when a dealer needs to move stock. This batch is heavily Toyota, which keeps parts and resale simple, and the spread covers most of what a household or small business needs: sedans, utes, SUVs and a van.
The 2023 Camry Ascent Sport and Ascent pair up as efficient daily drivers, while the Hilux Workmate and SR utes cover tradie duty. The 2022 and 2024 RAV4 GX SUVs sit in the middle, the Isuzu D-MAX SX adds a second ute option, and the Volkswagen Transporter TDI450 is the pick if you need cargo space. The Kia Sorento Sport rounds out the seven-seat side of things.
All lots are at 1754 Main North Road, Salisbury Plain, with the auction closing 28 October 2026. Inspect before bidding and check each lot’s logbooks and service history, since condition varies across a government fleet.
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