At Manheim Auctions This Week – Vehicles, Plant-Equipment, Salvage and 63 More Events
At Manhiems this week there are 63 upcoming sales upcoming auctions. They include fleet vehicles, commercial trucks, and specialty vehicle sales offered state by state.
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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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Brisbane Government, Fleet, Corporate, Rental & Other
A dozen-plus late-model cars from government, fleet, and rental stock are going through Manheim at Eagle Farm next month. The list includes a 2022 MG3 hatch, a 2021 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 4WD, and a 2022 BMW X2 M Sport, plus family haulers like a Mazda CX-9 and Toyota Kluger.
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Melbourne Government, Fleet, Corporate, Rental & Other
A dozen-plus late-model fleet and corporate cars are hitting the block in Altona North, with Manheim running the simulcast. The list is stacked with practical daily drivers, including a 2021 Kia Carnival, three 2022 Toyota Yaris hatches, and a pair of Subaru Outbacks, plus a 2018 Range Rover Vogue for those after something with more presence.
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Sydney Government, Fleet, Corporate, Rental & Other
A solid spread of late-model fleet and corporate vehicles is hitting the block at Manheim’s Moorebank site, with the auction closing on 17 August. The list leads with a 2021 Volkswagen Amarok TDI580 Highline, a 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200, and a 2024 Kia Cerato GT, plus a 2025 BYD Sealion 6 Premium and a 2019 Ford Ranger Raptor among the 12-plus lots.
FAQ
What does Manheim specialise in?
Manheim focuses almost exclusively on vehicles including passenger cars, light commercial, trucks, and specialty fleet. They hold the nation’s largest corporate and government fleet disposal contracts. Cox Automotive owns both Manheim and the Autotrader platform globally.
Are Manheim auctions open to the public?
While Manheim’s core business is wholesale, public online bidding is increasingly available through their digital platform. Check registration requirements on their website, as they vary by sale type.
What buyer’s premium does Manheim charge?
Buyer fees vary by sale type and buyer registration category. Always check the specific sale terms before bidding.
What’s the typical condition of Manheim fleet vehicles?
Generally good. Fleet vehicles are maintained to manufacturer schedules. High kilometres are common but so are complete service histories. Dealer trade-ins can be hit and miss.
Are inspections offered?
Generally yes. There are set times and strict conditions for inspections as per the auction page. Condition reports are usually available for major sales.
Trends & Insights
Manheim Australia’s July momentum is carrying straight into August, with the platform recording its highest consignment and sales month of the year in July 2026 (LinkedIn, Aug 7). That volume is visibly flowing through the calendar this week. Sydney’s Moorebank site is running multiple government, fleet, corporate and rental events with over 100 lots live or starting soon, including clearing sales and fleet releases with simulcast and BidNow options extending into mid-August (Manheim Australia, Aug 10). The supply pipeline has not tapered off, which is a healthy sign for dealers chasing stock after a strong July.
Queensland is pulling its weight on the volume front. The Brisbane Eagle Farm site has a Queensland Government QFleet sale of 40 lots alongside a broader fleet and corporate event carrying 138+ lots, both starting or ending shortly (Manheim Australia, Aug 10). Down south, Melbourne’s Altona North facility is running clearing passenger and commercial/4×4 auctions with more than 200 combined lots, all closing within days via live and online bidding (Manheim Australia, Aug 10). These clearing events are the clearest signal that ex-fleet and ex-government metal is moving at pace, not sitting idle.
The national BidNow channel remains a key release valve for dealer demand across NSW, QLD, NT, VIC, TAS, SA and WA. Hundreds of lots are in timed online events, and the mix is broadening to include recent model EVs, with BYD Seal examples appearing in the catalogue (Manheim Australia, Aug 4). That EV presence in wholesale channels is worth watching, as it indicates the passenger parc is shifting and dealers are being offered newer energy types through familiar auction pathways rather than separate specialist sales.
Watch the mid-week close-outs at Altona North and Eagle Farm, plus any late additions to the Moorebank clearing calendar, as those will set the tone for whether August can match July’s record consignment pace.
Last updated: 11 Aug 2026
Rod’s Tips
Manheim handles the majority of ex-government fleet in Australia. Commonwealth and state government vehicles are typically one-owner, log-book serviced, and come in volume. This produces predictable quality and competitive but fair pricing.
Corporate fleet sales tend to cluster at end of financial year. June and July see elevated supply as companies cycle their fleets. More volume means more choice — and sometimes softer prices on common models.
Rental car fleet disposals at Manheim are worth watching. Major rental companies sell their fleet on a rolling annual cycle. These vehicles are high-km but well-maintained and priced accordingly below market value.
Arrive early for physical inspections. Manheim facilities see high throughput. Getting there early for the inspection period means more time on each vehicle and less waiting for popular lots.
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