Copart lists this yard as San Jose, but it sits in San Martin in south Santa Clara County, between Morgan Hill and Gilroy. Plan the extra drive time from San Jose itself when you schedule pickup.
Copart San Jose 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 Jose |
|---|---|
| Physical location | San Martin, CA (named for the market it serves) |
| Address | 13895 Llagas Ave, San Martin, CA (map) |
| Region | South Bay |
| 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 Jose
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 Jose
- 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 San Martin 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 Jose
Other dealer auctions near Copart San Jose
Licensed dealers often pair a Copart pickup with a wholesale sale nearby.
Get your dealer license near Copart San Jose
CDA's DMV-approved course is online, with local guides for nearby cities:
- Dealer license class in San Jose
- Dealer license class in Santa Clara
- Dealer license class in Sunnyvale
- Dealer license class in Salinas
- Start the 6-hour pre-licensing course
Frequently asked questions
Where is Copart San Jose located?
At 13895 Llagas Ave, San Martin, CA. Copart names the yard San Jose after the market it serves, but it is physically in San Martin.
When are the auctions at Copart San Jose?
All Copart sales run online. Sale days and start times change, so check Copart's auction calendar for Copart San Jose's next sale.
Can I buy at Copart San Jose 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.
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