Copart lists this yard as San Bernardino, but it sits in Colton on South Rancho Avenue near Interstate 10. It is central to San Bernardino, Rialto, Fontana and Riverside.
Copart San Bernardino is a salvage and insurance vehicle yard. Every sale is online at copart.com; the yard is where vehicles are stored, previewed and picked up. Whether you can buy a given vehicle depends on its title type and your license, not on the yard.
At a glance
| Copart yard name | San Bernardino |
|---|---|
| Physical location | Colton, CA (named for the market it serves) |
| Address | 1203 S Rancho Ave, Colton, CA (map) |
| Region | Inland Empire |
| How sales run | Online only, on copart.com |
| Sale days and times | Check Copart's auction calendar; schedules change |
| Hours, phone, pickup rules | On the yard's page at copart.com/locations |
Who can buy at Copart San Bernardino
Each Copart listing shows who is allowed to bid on it. In California, salvage and other branded-title vehicles are often limited to licensed buyers such as dealers and dismantlers; some clean-title lots are open to registered public members; and unlicensed buyers can bid on more lots through a Copart-approved broker. See ways to buy at Copart in California for how each path works.
Instructor note from Garrett Eddings: Copart is one of the most popular auctions with my introductory students, usually because it looks like an easy way to start flipping cars. Before you buy here, read who can buy at Copart and what California law says about reselling on our Copart guide. Always confirm a lot's buyer requirements on copart.com before you bid.
Before you bid on a car at Copart San Bernardino
- Read the listing closely. Check the photos, damage description, title type and any condition report before bidding; Copart's Member Protection Pledge on copart.com explains the limited protections that apply after you buy.
- Price the whole deal. Your bid plus Copart's buyer fees, any broker fee, transport from Colton and repairs. See what a car really costs at auction.
- Plan pickup before you win. Copart sets a pickup deadline after payment and charges storage once it passes. Confirm the current deadline on the listing or yard page.
- Know the title you're buying. A salvage vehicle can't be driven in California until it is revived and re-registered. See salvage titles in California.
Other Copart yards near San Bernardino
Other dealer auctions near Copart San Bernardino
Licensed dealers often pair a Copart pickup with a wholesale sale nearby.
- Manheim Southern California (Fontana)
- Manheim Riverside
- EBlock Inland Empire (Corona)
- Every California dealer auction, by company
Get your dealer license near Copart San Bernardino
CDA's DMV-approved course is online, with local guides for nearby cities:
- Dealer license class in San Bernardino
- Dealer license class in Rialto
- Dealer license class in Fontana
- Dealer license class in Riverside
- Start the 6-hour pre-licensing course
Frequently asked questions
Where is Copart San Bernardino located?
At 1203 S Rancho Ave, Colton, CA. Copart names the yard San Bernardino after the market it serves, but it is physically in Colton.
When are the auctions at Copart San Bernardino?
All Copart sales run online. Sale days and start times change, so check Copart's auction calendar for Copart San Bernardino's next sale.
Can I buy at Copart San Bernardino without a dealer license?
Sometimes. Some lots are open to registered public members, and a Copart-approved broker can bid for you on more of them. Many salvage lots are limited to licensed buyers. If you plan to buy and resell vehicles for profit, California requires a dealer license; see what the law says.
Sources: AutoIMS California auction directory (address). Verified 2026-10-16.
California Dealer Academy is not affiliated with Copart. This page is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Yard details, buyer requirements and fees change; confirm everything on copart.com before you bid.
California Dealer Academy provides educational content for California auto dealers and does not offer legal, tax, or financial advice. DMV requirements, retention rules, and deadlines are subject to change — always confirm current requirements directly with DMV Occupational Licensing, and consult a qualified attorney or CPA for guidance specific to your dealership.