What damage types are used at Copart and IAAI auctions?

Copart and IAAI use standardized damage type codes to classify vehicles. The most common include: Front End, Rear End, Flood/Water, Fire, Hail, Vandalism, Mechanical, Collision, Rollover, and Burn. Each type affects the final auction sale price differently.

How does damage type affect auction sale price?

Damage type is one of the biggest factors in final auction sale price. Vehicles with mechanical damage often sell higher (drivetrain intact) while flood and fire damage typically sell lower due to hidden repair costs. VestiCar shows the average sale price per damage type based on real auction data.

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Copart & IAAI Damage Types

Every damage type used at Copart and IAAI auctions — with real average sale prices from VestiCar auction data. Click any type to see vehicles and details.

Front End

19,773 vehiclesavg $3,711

Side

6,028 vehiclesavg $4,484

Rear End

6,018 vehiclesavg $4,347

Minor Dent/Scratches

1,509 vehiclesavg $4,641

Normal Wear

1,500 vehiclesavg $3,431

Mechanical

904 vehiclesavg $2,211

Front & Rear

709 vehiclesavg $3,431

All Over

701 vehiclesavg $3,246

Rollover

621 vehiclesavg $3,419

Undercarriage

401 vehiclesavg $4,755

Burn

309 vehiclesavg $1,424

Vandalized

297 vehiclesavg $5,049

Top/Roof

247 vehiclesavg $4,768

Water/Flood

227 vehiclesavg $5,547

Hail

154 vehiclesavg $4,666

Burn Engine

135 vehiclesavg $1,394

Unknown

120 vehiclesavg $4,702

Biohazard/Chemical

99 vehiclesavg $2,386

Theft

90 vehiclesavg $5,223

Stripped

84 vehiclesavg $5,689

Engine Damage

82 vehiclesavg $1,719

Repossession

64 vehiclesavg $2,572

Burn Interior

53 vehiclesavg $2,724

Frame Damage

38 vehiclesavg $4,805

Electrical

34 vehiclesavg $3,441

Transmission Damage

26 vehiclesavg $2,601

Missing/Altered Vin

15 vehiclesavg $19,232

Suspension

15 vehiclesavg $6,150

Damage History

15 vehiclesavg $5,437

Storm Damage

11 vehiclesavg $3,548

How damage type affects auction price

Damage type is one of the largest factors in determining final auction sale price at Copart and IAAI. Vehicles with mechanical or minor cosmetic damage typically sell closer to their ACV (Actual Cash Value), while flood, fire, and rollover damage often result in lower bids due to higher repair uncertainty. VestiCar tracks average sale prices for every damage type so you can benchmark before bidding.