This Week at Car Auctions in Sydney NSW – 51 Upcoming Sales inc Ex-Military Land Rovers, Fleet Utes & Hybrids
This week we list 51 car auctions in Sydney and Greater NSW. Covering fleet disposals, ex-government vehicles, dealer clearances, and classic car events from Sydney’s major auctioneers including Pickles Belmore, Manheim Moorebank, Lloyds, and Grays. Updated weekly. All sales are open to the public with online bidding available on most.
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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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National Unreserved Motor Vehicle Sale
A mixed bag of 11 vehicles is on offer through Pickles in Sydney, spanning family SUVs, utes and small hatches. The lot list runs from a 2014 Ford Ranger XLT and 2016 Mazda CX-9 Azami to a 2020 Hyundai i30 Go, a 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium and a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E250 CDI.
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
A late-model Toyota Hiace van and two Ford Ranger utes are among the lots at Slattery’s Sydney motor vehicle auction in Yennora. The Hiace is a 2025 SLWB auto diesel, joined by a 2023 Ranger Wildtrak 4WD dual cab auto and a 2014 Ranger XLT dual cab 4×2 manual.
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Sydney Government, Fleet, Corporate, Rental & Other
A wide range of ex-government, fleet and rental vehicles is on offer through Manheim at Moorebank in NSW. The 12-plus lot list runs from practical fare like a 2021 Toyota RAV4 GX and 2023 Kia Stonic S to serious metal including a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG, a 2022 BMW X4 M Competition and a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C200 AMG Line cabriolet.
FAQ
Which auction houses sell cars in Sydney?
Pickles Auctions in Belmore and Manheim in Moorebank are the two highest-volume vehicle auctioneers in Sydney, running weekly sales. Lloyds, Grays, and Slattery also regularly list NSW vehicles online. Classic and collector car specialists like Burns & Co. run periodic Sydney events.
Do Sydney vehicle auctions require ID and a deposit to bid?
Most major platforms require a pre-authorised credit card hold or refundable deposit before your bidding account is activated. National ID is also required by major auctioneers.It’s recommended to register well in advance so that everything is processed before auction day.
Can I inspect vehicles before bidding?
In most cases. Pickles no longer offers inspections. In such a case, condition reports and PPSR checks substitute for physical inspection, so bid accordingly. Always check for finance encumbrances before bidding.
What is the buyer’s premium at Sydney car auctions?
Typically 10–18% plus GST depending on the auctioneer and sale type, there may be additional fees depedning on the vehicle type eg EV’s at Pickles incur an extra $100 fee. Check the individual listing for specifics. Always add the premium to your maximum bid to calculate your true total cost.
Trends & Insights
Collecting Cars closed October with its strongest bidding session on record for the ANZ region, logging 8,703 bids from 1,118 bidders and $8.02M in total sales (Autotalk Australia, Nov 1). The headline result was 94 cars sold for $6.65M, a 46% lift year on year, with an Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2 recreation topping the table at $250,000 and a Porsche 911 close behind at $235,250 (Autotalk Australia, Nov 1). NSW heritage plates were a notable side story, fetching up to $169,000, which points to plate and provenance assets now competing for the same enthusiast wallet as the cars themselves.
The fleet and wholesale channel stays busy through the first week of November. Manheim Moorebank runs a fleet-heavy sale on 2 November with 108 lots, including a 2023 Toyota RAV4, 2021 Isuzu D-Max dual cab, 2023 Mazda3, 2024 Subaru Outback and a 2017 Ford Mustang GT, most of it 2023 compliance stock (Auction Finder, Oct 31). Pickles follows with a national unreserved sale in Sydney from 3 November, offering 10 vehicles with no reserve, among them a 2015 Nissan Patrol, 2014 Holden Colorado, 2016 Mercedes GLE350d and a 2010 Holden Ute SV6 (Auction Finder, Oct 31).
Electric stock deserves separate attention. Pickles recorded an 87% year-on-year rise in used EV auction volumes for Q2 2026, with 384 EV sales and average prices fluctuating between $31,500 and $41,500 month to month as ex-fleet electrics keep entering the lane (Auction Finder, Oct 31). Slattery Auctions has multiple Sydney sales scheduled in early November at Yennora, spanning late-model Toyota HiAce, Ford Rangers, Chevrolet Silverado, Tesla Model Y, Mitsubishi Outlander and ex-lease hybrids and electric vans (Auction Finder, Nov 1).
On the enthusiast side, Burns & Co’s November muscle, classics and motoring auction runs live 9 to 11 November with NSW consignments, headlined by a 1970 Holden HT Monaro GTS 350 Bathurst alongside other Australian muscle from local vendors, and online pre-bidding is already open (Just Cars, Oct 30). Buyers should watch whether the record bidder depth seen on Collecting Cars carries into the unreserved and ex-lease lanes this week, particularly on EV pricing.
Last updated: 7 Nov 2026
Rod’s Tips
Run a PPSR check before bidding on any vehicle. For $2, the Personal Property Securities Register reveals outstanding finance, theft records, and write-off history. A vital step before any used vehicle purchase at auction.
Manheim Moorebank and Pickles Belmore run weekly government fleet sales. These are often the best-value vehicles at auction as they are regularly serviced, well-documented, and usually sold without reserve.
Inspect in person where possible. Condition reports are useful but don’t replace a walk-around. Most auctioneers offer inspection days and you should use them, especially for higher-value lots.
Keep transport costs in mindAt major auctioneers, unless the vehicle has registration, you may not be able to drive the vehicle away. Clarify this in advance and budget accordingly.
Manhiem or Pickles? Which is Better? Over the years, I have bought vehicles from both, personally I think they are both very professional and that the most important thing is to understand the nature of buying at auction and to do your own research and inspection on any vehicle you wish to buy. Like any auction house, there is little chance for negotiation after the sale, but there is always an opportunity beforehand…
Pickles
Pickles NSW runs weekly vehicle auctions from Belmore (Sydney), plus branches in Newcastle, Tamworth, Dubbo, and Wagga Wagga. Covers passenger cars, fleet disposals, 4WDs, utes, and ex-government stock.
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National Unreserved Motor Vehicle Sale
More detail
This is an unreserved sale, which means every vehicle goes to the highest bidder on the day. That format tends to pull in trade buyers and private punters alike, and with 11 lots there is enough variety to make a full inspection worthwhile.
The spread covers most of the practical bases. Ute and SUV buyers can look at the 2014 Ford Ranger XLT, 2015 Nissan Pathfinder ST-L, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium, 2016 Mazda CX-9 Azami and 2012 Ford Territory TS. Small car buyers get the 2014 Hyundai Accent Active, 2012 Hyundai i30 SX, 2020 Hyundai i30 Go and 2008 Toyota Corolla Ascent, while the 2011 Toyota RAV4 CV and 2011 Mercedes-Benz E250 CDI round out the list.
The sale is at Belmore in Sydney’s south west, closing 10 November 2026. With no reserve and a wide model mix, condition and service history will do the talking, so check the lot details and inspect before bidding.
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Ex Mine Light Commercial Vehicles
Pickles Ex Mine Light Commercial Vehicles in Newcastle.
Slattery Auctions
Slattery Auctions NSW operates from Hexham near Newcastle, running weekly vehicle and commercial auctions with online and on-site bidding.
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Ex-Mine Light Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Ex-Mine Light Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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EOI: CSC Patrol Vehicles – Approved Participants Only
EOI: CSC Patrol Vehicles – Approved Participants Only
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Ex-Mine Light Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Ex-Mine Light Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Prestige Car Auction
Sydney Prestige Car Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Includes: 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 75th Anniversary 4×4 (Diesel) (Auto), 2021 Ford Ranger XL Hi-Rider Dual Cab Utility (Diesel) (Auto), 2010 Toyota Hiace Van (Diesel) (Manual), 2023 Toyota Hiace Van (Diesel) (Auto)
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Includes: 2017 Toyota Aurion AT-X Petrol
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
Sydney Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
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Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Newcastle Motor Vehicle Auction
Manheim
Manheim NSW operates from Moorebank (Sydney) for passenger and light commercial vehicles, and Wallsend (Newcastle) for fleet, ex-government, and salvage stock. Weekly simulcast auctions open to registered buyers.
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