Inside This Week’s Salvage Auction Market – 25 Upcoming Sales inc Salvage Postie Bikes, Written-Off Utes & Heavy Vehicles
This week we list 25 salvage vehicle auctions across Australia. These sales include repairable write-offs, flood-damaged vehicles, hail damage, and total-loss lots that are updated weekly from the leading salvage auctioneers nationwide.
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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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VIC/TAS Online Salvage
A dozen salvage vehicles are on offer across Victoria and Tasmania through Pickles, with bidding open until late September. The list runs from a 2013 Honda Civic VTi-LN and 2015 Holden Cruze CDX to a 2017 Holden Captiva LTZ, 2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring, 2009 and 2020 Nissan Navara, plus a 2011 BMW 320i, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 125TDI and a 2017 Haval H2.
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fastSalvage eBid Auction
A tidy batch of five vehicles and salvage stock is on offer through autorola’s fastSalvage eBid platform, closing 30 September. Expect ex-fleet cars, light commercials and statutory write-offs from across Australia, with grades and damage notes listed per lot.
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Timber & Slabs WA Salvage Online Auction
A bulk load of untreated pine timber is on the block through Ross’s in Cannington, WA. Twelve lots of 20 lengths each, mostly 90 x 35mm in 4.2m and 3m runs, all non-structural.
FAQ
What is a repairable write-off?
A vehicle written off by an insurer because repair costs exceed a threshold relative to value, but where the vehicle is structurally sound and repairable. In most states these can be re-registered after an inspection by an approved assessor. More here.
What is a statutory write-off?
A vehicle with structural or safety damage so severe that it cannot be re-registered for road use in any state. These can only be sold for parts or crushing. Know which type you’re bidding on before proceeding. More here
Can I re-register a repairable write-off?
Yes, but the process and cost varies by state. NSW, VIC, and QLD all have specific WOVR (Written-Off Vehicle Register) rules. Check your state’s transport authority requirements before bidding on any write-off. More here
What’s the typical discount on a repairable write-off?
Commonly 30–50% below the equivalent clean-title vehicle, depending on damage type and extent. Hail damage write-offs with no structural impact often represent the best value.
Trends & Insights
Auction Finder’s national roundup counted 43 salvage auctions this week, spanning repairable write-offs, statutory lots and motorcycles, with Pickles alone running more than 19 events on consistent insurer stock (Auction Finder, Sep 21). The headline number for trade buyers sits in the median spread: statutory write-offs cleared at $4,200 against $2,525 for repairables, a gap that reflects newer median model years on the statutory side, 2023 versus 2016, plus stronger money for hail and non-structural damage (Auction Finder, Sep 21).
Pickles has opened bidding across a fresh slate of state-specific online salvage sales, with VIC/TAS, QLD, WA, NT and national heavy motor events closing from September 28 (Pickles Auctions, Sep 27). The catalogues reinforce how recent the write-off pool has become: NSW/ACT and Melbourne listings include statutory 2025 models such as a BMW X5, Hyundai Tucson and Kia Picanto, all sold as-is with WOVR flags and impact damage noted (Pickles Auctions, Sep 27).
Damage type is doing more work on price than badge this quarter. Auction Intel’s analysis of 8,401-plus sales across Pickles, Manheim and other houses puts structural impact damage at the cheapest end of the market, while hail and water damage lots hold a clear premium, with statutory lots outperforming on age and Corolla, Mazda 3 and HiLux topping the model charts (Auction Intel, Sep 20). Commercial supply shows no sign of thinning either, with the weekly national heavy motor and equipment salvage schedule running since August and multiple truck, plant and damaged asset events closing September 28 (Auction Finder, Sep 21).
Watch the September 28 to 29 closing block closely, particularly whether hail and water damage lots keep their premium as the newest statutory stock clears.
Last updated: 28 Sept 2026
Rod’s Tips
Hail damage write-offs are the sweet spot for value buyers. A vehicle written off for hail damage typically has full mechanical integrity. For the insurer, they simply can’t justify the panel repair cost. A paintless dent repair specialist can often fix hail damage for a fraction of the write-off discount.
The Factory Warranty question with near new vehicles You have to ask the manufacturer. Usually it’s no but in cases such as hail damage where some states do not apply a written-off status, there is a chance. Usually, auctioneers will make it known if warrantly still applies.
Always pull the WOVR record before bidding on any write-off. The NEVDIS or your state’s transport authority database shows the recorded damage type. A mismatch between what you’re told and what the register shows is a red flag.
Pickles and Manheim handle the highest volume of salvage vehicles in Australia. Their insurance partner programs produce consistent supply which is useful for benchmarking what write-offs are genuinely selling for.
Get repair quotes before you bid, not after. Call two or three repairers with the damage description and photos. Build re-registration costs into your ceiling as well as they vary significantly by state.
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Various Location Salvage Honda Postie Bike Clearance
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Pickles is running a clearance of salvage Honda Postie bikes spread across several locations, so buyers should check each lot’s specific site before bidding. These are ex-fleet CT110s and similar models, typically retired from Australia Post runs, which means high kilometres but a proven mechanical recipe that parts are easy to find for.
Condition will vary lot to lot. Some will be runners, others will be donors. For anyone chasing a cheap commuter, a farm bike, or a stash of spares, the value is in inspecting before the hammer falls and knowing what you’re prepared to fix.
Bidding closes 27 September 2026.
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fastSalvage eBid Auction
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This is a compact sale of five lots, so competition should be thin and bidding quick. Autorola runs high-volume car and light commercial disposals nationally, and this round pulls together ex-fleet, statutory, abandoned and dealer stock in one place.
Salvage and repairable write-offs sit alongside the fleet cars, which suits anyone chasing parts, a project build or a cheap daily. Condition varies by lot, so read each listing’s damage notes and grade before you commit.
With only five lots closing on 30 September, inspections and bidding are best sorted early. Check the pickup and storage terms for your state before the hammer falls.
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fastSalvage Lux – European & Specialty Vehicles
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Autorola Australia runs high-volume vehicle disposals nationally, drawing on ex-fleet, statutory, abandoned and dealer stock. This listing sits in their European and specialty category, so expect makes and models that don’t usually turn up in mainstream fleet clearances.
The auction closes 30 September 2026. One lot is listed at present, though Autorola’s sales typically build as the close date approaches. Worth checking back if you’re chasing something specific from the European end of the market.
Buyers should note these are disposal sales: condition varies, and statutory or abandoned vehicles may come with limited history. Do your checks before bidding.
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National Online Salvage Construction, Earthmoving & Agricultural Equipment
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This is a salvage-focused sale, which means most lots are damaged, incomplete or written-off units rather than tidy trade-ins. That suits buyers chasing parts, project machines or rebuild candidates where the price reflects condition. Expect excavators, skid steers, wheel loaders, tractors and tipper trucks among the listings, along with the usual mix of attachments and components that turn up in these sales.
Because the auction runs nationally, inspection and collection arrangements vary by lot, so check the location and terms on each item before bidding. Freight on heavy gear adds up fast, and a cheap machine on the other side of the country is rarely cheap by the time it lands.
Bidding closes 5 October. Read the condition reports closely, confirm what’s included with each lot, and factor repair costs into your number before you commit.
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National Online Salvage Construction, Earthmoving & Agricultural Equipment
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This is a broad national sale rather than a single-site clearance, so the catalogue pulls together construction, earthmoving and agricultural equipment from multiple Pickles branches. Expect a mix of excavators, skid steers, tractors, telehandlers, tippers and support gear, with condition reports attached to each lot.
Salvage listings often mean cosmetic or mechanical damage, so read the notes and photos carefully before bidding. For buyers chasing work-ready gear, the agricultural and earthmoving lots are worth a close look, while the construction and truck listings suit anyone after parts or a project machine.
Bidding runs online only and closes 9 November 2026. Inspection arrangements and pickup details vary by location, so check each lot’s branch information before committing.
Northern Territory
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NT Online Salvage
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This is a salvage-focused sale, so expect condition reports to matter more than usual. The ute lineup is the drawcard: a 2023 Hilux, a 2022 D-MAX and a 2017 Colorado LS cover the three most popular workhorses in the country, and a 2013 Patrol adds a proper 4×4 option for anyone chasing something tougher.
Passenger and family cars fill out the rest of the list. There’s a 2017 Toyota RAV4 GXL, a 2018 Nissan Pathfinder, a 2014 Nissan Pulsar ST and a 2008 Camry Altise, plus near-new stock in the 2025 CX-30 and Tiggo 4 Pro.
The sale runs online through Pickles from Winnellie, closing 28 September 2026. Inspect before you bid, because salvage means you’re buying as-is.
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Slattery Salvage Motor Vehicle Auction
Slattery Salvage Motor Vehicle Auction
Queensland
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Brisbane Salvage Semi Trailer Sale
Brisbane Salvage Semi Trailer Sale
Western Australia
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Perth Salvage Vehicles
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The lineup runs the full gamut, from sub-$5k commuters to a 2024 BMW i4 eDrive35 that still smells new. The Prado pair is the headline act for anyone chasing a tow rig or family 4WD, with a 2022 Kakadu and a 2023 VX both on the block. A 2022 Touareg 210TDI and 2019 Audi Q3 35 TFSI add some European polish.
At the other end, there’s honest daily transport: a 2012 Hilux SR, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0D-L, 2018 Mitsubishi ASX ES, 2010 Honda City VTi, 2009 Hyundai i30 SX, 2004 Camry Altise and 2006 Yaris YR. Salvage means condition varies, so inspect the reports before bidding.
The auction is run by Pickles and closes 29 September 2026. Vehicles are held at Bibra Lake in Perth’s southern suburbs, so local buyers can check stock in person.
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Timber & Slabs WA Salvage Online Auction
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This is a straightforward timber clearance. Each lot holds 20 lengths of non-structural, untreated pine at roughly 90 x 35mm. Six lots run 4.2m, the other six come in at 3m.
It suits framing, battening, crating, or general DIY stock. Buy one lot or stack several if you have the trailer space.
Ross’s runs regular online, live, and in-house sales out of Perth, covering police forfeitures, machinery, business closures, and vehicles. This one closes 6 October 2026.
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Farmyard & Machines WA Salvage Online Auction
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Most of this sale is untested start stock, so price your bids with that in mind. The heavy end includes a Konmix KFSY-30KW three-phase high speed dispenser with control box and a pallet carrying a Yangdong Y4102ZLD 40kW diesel engine. Smaller lots cover a Dust Master unit, an SPS6550, a Supa Separator, an SPE 16ESuper large shot, and a through-clean water blaster.
Two floor covering packs with light grey pigment are listed too. Note the 2021 expiry before you commit.
Ross’s runs regular online, live and in-house auctions out of Perth, covering WA Police forfeited items, machinery, business closures and vehicles. Inspect what you can and bid on the numbers.
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Hardware, Toys & Chefs Uniforms WA Salvage Online Auction
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Ross’s Auctions runs this one online, with bidding closing 6 October 2026. The catalogue leans practical: Flow Control gas regulators, Chemrite dust busters, Guardsman revitalising lemon oil, Quiklii deckspacers, 12 volt regulated cables and car adaptors, plus pairs of full safety boots in US size 12.
There’s a bit of everything for the toolbox or the kitchen. Two 600mm bolt cutters, an Ironman 4×4 snatch block and multiple bundles of castor wheels cover the workshop side, while four unopened vegetable choppers and the lemon oil tubs suit anyone kitting out a kitchen or cafe.
Ross’s regular Perth sales pull from WA Police forfeited items, machinery, business closures and vehicles, so stock turns over fast. Worth a look if you need hardware or hospitality gear at liquidation prices.
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Timber & Timber Doors WA Salvage Online Auction
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This is a straightforward salvage liquidation, and the numbers favour anyone tiling a floor, a rental, or a flip. Most pallets are 200 x 200mm stock in the 50 to 105m2 range, which is the kind of volume that suits a whole-house job rather than a patch repair. Two pallets of Mokacome in at 91m2 each, and the Oscurd Gris lot adds 1,575 pieces across 63m2.
The named lines are where the value sits. Dinterno Ardesia matte R10 porcelain is rated for wet areas, Kos Taupe matt ceramic covers 19.44m2 across 13 boxes, and the Kim-Cameron silver grey structured floor tiles total 79.80m2. Prima brown at 22m2 and the Dinterno lot at 13.32m2 suit smaller jobs or a feature space.
Ross’s runs regular online, live, and in-house auctions out of Perth, with stock spanning WA Police forfeited items, machinery, business closures, and vehicles. Inspection before bidding is worth the trip for anyone chasing bulk tile at salvage pricing.
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Chlorine & Drain Cleaner WA Salvage Online Auction
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Ross’s Auctions runs regular online, live, and in-house sales out of Perth, and this one leans on the salvage and liquidation side. The catalogue is heavy on Auto Spec 4×4 gear: eight lots of 30cm 12V LED light strips and four lots of the 60cm version, all in amber and white.
If you run a 4×4, a trailer, or a work ute, these strips are the sort of thing you buy in bulk when the price is right. Stock up, split them with mates, or keep spares for the next build.
Ross’s also moves WA Police forfeited items, machinery, business closures, and vehicles through its regular sales, so it pays to check the full catalogue. Bidding closes 6 October 2026.
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Sale #4102 – Light Vehicles, Trailers, Salvage & Morre
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This is one of sbauction’s regular unreserved events out of Midland, covering light vehicles, trailers, salvage and more. Everything goes to the highest bidder, so there’s no reserve holding the prices up.
Salvage and damaged vehicles sit alongside the trailers and light vehicles, which suits anyone chasing parts, a repair project or a cheap runabout. Machinery and industrial equipment also feature in these sales.
The full lot list lands closer to the close date of 29 October 2026. Inspection details come from the auctioneer, so check the listing before you bid.
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Sale #4100 – Salvage Trucks & Light Vehicles.
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This is a proper clearance of damaged and end-of-life commercial gear. The Isuzu NPR with the tray body is a common site truck, ideal for a panel beater or parts recycler. The Fuso Canter is a workhorse that often gets written off for minor panel damage. The HiAce is a solid candidate for a van conversion or courier rebuild if the structural bits are straight.
Beyond the trucks, expect a mix of passenger cars and 4x4s, plus whatever industrial equipment sbauction has collected. The unreserved format means no reserve price holding things back. First in with the highest bid takes it. Check the photos carefully for damage reports and don’t assume anything is driveable. The sale closes 1 July, so get your inspection done early.
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Sale #4093 – Light Vehicles, Trailers, Salvage & More
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This is a straight-up unreserved sale, so prices should reflect the condition of each lot rather than any reserve floor. The vehicle list includes a mix of daily drivers and project cars, with several Japanese 4×4 utes and vans that could suit a tradie or a weekend off-roader. The salvage section is worth a look if you have the skills to repair or the contacts to part out. Trailers range from small box trailers to heavier plant haulers, which often get overlooked in general auctions.
Buyers should factor in Midland location for pickup logistics. Inspection is recommended, especially for the salvage lots where damage can be hidden. No buyer’s premium has been flagged, but confirm with sbauction before bidding. The close date is 23 July 2026, so there’s time to register and run the rego checks.
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Victoria
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Sheriff’s Office of Victoria eBid Auction
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Autorola Australia runs this eBid auction for the Sheriff’s Office of Victoria, drawing on the sort of stock that moves through statutory and abandoned vehicle channels: ex-fleet cars, light commercial utes and vans, and dealer trade-ins. Five lots are listed, all based in Victoria.
The mix suits buyers chasing workhorse transport rather than showroom metal. Expect the usual spread of higher-km passenger vehicles and light commercials, the kind that get snapped up for tradie duties, second cars, or parts.
Inspection details, condition reports and pickup arrangements sit with the auctioneer. Do your homework on each lot before bidding closes on 30 September 2026.
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