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

193,764 vehiclesavg $3,913

Rear End

62,383 vehiclesavg $4,621

Side

59,212 vehiclesavg $4,599

Normal Wear

43,308 vehiclesavg $2,297

Minor Dent/Scratches

15,790 vehiclesavg $4,662

Hail

14,625 vehiclesavg $6,217

Mechanical

9,825 vehiclesavg $2,803

Front & Rear

6,986 vehiclesavg $3,284

All Over

6,811 vehiclesavg $3,009

Rollover

6,078 vehiclesavg $3,184

Undercarriage

4,010 vehiclesavg $5,400

Vandalized

3,634 vehiclesavg $5,204

Burn

3,359 vehiclesavg $1,403

Water/Flood

3,210 vehiclesavg $5,024

Top/Roof

2,515 vehiclesavg $5,129

Unknown

1,925 vehiclesavg $4,205

Burn Engine

1,491 vehiclesavg $1,830

Theft

1,047 vehiclesavg $6,176

Biohazard/Chemical

1,040 vehiclesavg $2,578

Stripped

759 vehiclesavg $3,819

Repossession

715 vehiclesavg $3,200

Burn Interior

649 vehiclesavg $3,904

Engine Damage

613 vehiclesavg $3,605

Frame Damage

398 vehiclesavg $4,886

Electrical

273 vehiclesavg $4,765

Suspension

270 vehiclesavg $5,611

Storm Damage

237 vehiclesavg $4,797

Transmission Damage

237 vehiclesavg $3,118

Damage History

166 vehiclesavg $7,249

Missing/Altered Vin

79 vehiclesavg $16,269

Partial Repair

71 vehiclesavg $7,430

Rejected Repair

51 vehiclesavg $9,701

Replaced Vin

17 vehiclesavg $13,874

Cash For Clunkers

11 vehiclesavg $1,807

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.