Upcoming Car Auctions in Canberra ACT – 4 Upcoming Sales inc Ex-Lease Fleet, German Sedans & SUVs
This week we list 4 car auctions in Canberra and the ACT. Government fleet disposals, ex-corporate vehicles, and general used car auctions from Pickles, Manheim, AllBids, and Grays. Updated weekly with sales that are open to the public with online bidding on most sales.
FAQ
Which auction houses sell cars in Canberra?
Pickles and Manheim operate ACT vehicle yards, with Pickles in Fyshwick running regular fleet disposal and general vehicle sales. AllBids also lists Canberra vehicle lots, and Grays is available online for ACT buyers continuously.
Are government fleet vehicles common in Canberra auctions?
Yes. Canberra is Australia’s largest source of federal government fleet disposals. ATO, Defence, and other Commonwealth agency vehicles regularly come through Pickles Fyshwick. These are typically well-maintained and properly documented.
Can I inspect vehicles before bidding in Canberra?
Yes (except Pickles). Most offer inspection windows before their sales.
Trends & Insights
Slattery Auctions is currently running ACT based online motor vehicle sales with bidding scheduled to close around mid to late June 2026, featuring ex-fleet and general stock from Canberra locations (Slattery Auctions, Jun 18). This end of financial year push provides a clear window for buyers targeting government and corporate de-fleet units, a segment that typically sees increased volume during this period.
Carbids.com.au continues to aggregate hundreds of ACT tagged car auctions within its national results, offering recent sales data for passenger vehicles via member login (Carbids, Jun 18). The platform’s breadth confirms that while dedicated ACT auction events are sparse, the region’s inventory is actively flowing through national digital channels, making it accessible to Canberra buyers willing to bid online.
Pickles Auctions and Manheim Australia are maintaining their weekly national sales cycles, with both platforms offering online and live auctions for used cars, trucks and prestige vehicles that include ACT participation (Pickles Auctions, Jun 19) (Manheim Australia, Jun 19). Broader wholesale trends show stable conversion rates around 60 percent amid seasonal softening, though no major ACT specific price shifts have been highlighted in the past week.
Buyers should watch for end of financial year clearance listings on Slattery and Pickles in the coming week, as ex-fleet volumes typically peak ahead of the June closing dates.
Last updated: 20 June 2026
Rod’s Tips
Federal government fleet sales at Pickles Fyshwick are Canberra’s best-kept buying opportunity. Commonwealth vehicles are regularly serviced to government fleet standards and quality is consistently high.
PPSR check every vehicle. Even government-sourced vehicles should be checked, the $2 PPSR search is the minimum due diligence for any used vehicle.
Be mindful of dealer trade-ins High milage and loaded with a christmas tree of lights on the dash, these turds are often pushed through smaller auction houses or “clearing lanes”.
Slattery Auctions
Offices at Stafford QLD, Hexam NSW, Dandenong South VIC, Midvale WA. Auctions with online bidding and onsite auctions. Including business closures, ex-lease, vehicles, trucks and machinery.
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