Philadelphia Public Auto-Auction - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Caleb Muluneh

My experience at this auction place was nothing short of a nightmare. We purchased an Audi A4 for $4,000, but the total cost ballooned to $6,000 after additional fees. The car had major timing chain issues, which would cost more to fix than the car's value.

From the beginning, the auction staff were deceitful. They claimed the car had 140k miles, but it actually had 160k. When we went to pick up the car, we stood outside in 40-degree weather, only for them to bring the wrong vehicle. It felt like a scam, and we had to call the police to get the correct car. Even after getting the right car, it turned out to be worthless due to the timing chain problem.

The owner, a rude man from Iran with a ponytail, was particularly awful. He chased us out like they were hiding something or conducting illegal business. Even the employees seemed to dislike him. He tried to pretend he wasn't in charge, but it turned out he was the owner. His behavior was appalling.

The taxes, tags, and title fees were exorbitant, adding to the already horrible experience. I'm now stuck with a car that isn't worth fixing. A mechanic advised me to dump it instead of spending more money on repairs.

I don't know how this place is still in business. They are liars and cheats. Avoid this auction place at all costs!

KTT

What ever BAD decision you ever made before in life don't make a mistake of purchasing a vehicle from them. They sold me pure trash and not to mention I got sick from standing outside for 4 hours when I came to pick up my car.(the run around about my ins)
They do not turn on the cars when they say come an hour before the Auction starts, they are ignorant and very underhanded especially the Owner with the ponytail. My check engine light is on, diagnosed bad catalytic converter they also tell lies about the milage on the cars.
WATCH OUT FOR THE FEES AND THE 60 DAY INSURANCE THAT THEY REQUEST.
They are setting you up to loose your deposit or pay the $100 a day storage fee.

STARTING THE PROCESSES FOR A CLASS ACTION AGAINT THEM they can't operate like this all good things come to an end.
I hope they get incarcerated ! IF you know anyone that purchased a vehicle from them, let me know I have enough to start the process.

Remember if you see a good review most likely one of their Buddies wrote it.

Amy Arcos

Please do not go here!! They are scammers, firstly the owners are very rude and they talk to you behind a fenced door, secondly they do not let you test ride the car for a reason. Save your time and money and do not purchase.

Eduardo Cheme

Worst experience ever I paid almost double price, later you have to wait outside if you got the extra money they let you go in, car with a lot problem

Ñīã Reid

Soo I was getting ready to buy a car from this place but after carefully reading every last one of these reviews, I'm running for the hills. Thank u guys for the heads because I cannot afford to buy another lemon and shame on this place for scamming people!

Becky Karbett

Read the reviews- They are bad for a reason!!!! The cars are inexpensive here but most of the employees are rude, especially the owner. Be prepared to pay over 800$ in fees if you purchase a car for 3,000$. The fees are ridiculous and not necessary and confuse everyone. This place is disorganized and ghetto. Most of the cars have serious mechanical problems. I purchased a car recently and the transmission and break lights were on and there is damage under the car. I expect to pay thousands in repairs. I’m not sure my purchase was worth it. The auction does not let you know how many miles are on the cars and will not let you see what maintenance lights are on before purchasing the cars. The auctioneer also tries to confuse you with the bid price. It is all too good to be true. The owner tried to make you pay more the. You bid. It happened to me and a few others at the auction I was at. The process to pick up your car is also disorganized and takes hours and they make you wait outside until it’s your turn. Very unprofessional and shady. Do not recommend! There is a auction in Delaware that is much better! Do yourself a favor and Stay away from this place!

David H

Purchased two vehicles from here - a 2011 rav4 and a 2017 ford fusion both excellent deals, no issues. Best of all … my kids love their cars. Can’t thank this place enough!

David Henderson

I bought a Hyundai sonata limited in near perfect condition, serviced and ready to go. In addition, I paid almost $3-4000 below the Kelly Blue Book value. Thanks guys. I’ll be back!