MPS transport guide · 7 min read
Auction Vehicle Transport Checklist
Settle the release, pickup, condition, and delivery details before storage deadlines or gate restrictions create delays.
Release information
Confirm the auction has released the vehicle and that the carrier is authorized to collect it.
Buyer and lot numbers
Release or gate pass
Paid fees
Exact pickup address and hours
Last free storage date
Vehicle facts
Do not rely on a listing’s broad condition label. Confirm whether the vehicle starts, steers, rolls, brakes, has keys, and can be loaded with the equipment available at the lot.
VIN or stock number
Year, make, and model
Operability
Visible damage or loose parts
Dimensions or modifications
Delivery plan
Provide a receiving contact who can inspect and sign, along with hours, access limits, payment instructions, and any storage or appointment rules at the destination.