We are not a car dealership, nor do we operate a showroom for displaying vehicles. Instead, we act as intermediaries between buyers and the Copart and IAAI auctions in the United States, facilitating the purchase of clean, used cars with minor cosmetic damage. In Nigeria, many car dealers are thriving primarily due to the importation of severely damaged and flood-affected vehicles, which can be acquired at significantly low prices from Copart auctions. These vehicles are imported, repaired, and showcased in dealerships, awaiting potential buyers.
However, the process of finding serious buyers can be lengthy, as many consumers tend to focus predominantly on a car’s exterior rather than conducting thorough due diligence. Alarmingly, 60% of car buyers prioritize the aesthetics of the vehicle over critical factors such as engine condition, the presence of intact airbags, and mileage. It’s worth noting that 45% of imported vehicles have a history of flooding, 30% lack airbags, and 62% have had their mileage tampered with—often reduced from high levels to appear more appealing. Consequently, higher mileage typically correlates with a weaker engine.
With Copart Agent Nigeria, our VIN checks ensure that buyers avoid purchasing subpar vehicles. Unfortunately, many of these cars find their way into mechanics’ shops shortly after purchase, as 75% are either flood-damaged or significantly impaired. Copart Agent Lagos is dedicated to helping you acquire quality vehicles.
Our mission is to assist buyers in procuring vehicles from www.copart.com and www.iaai.com through a streamlined process, utilizing our licensing.
Here’s how our process works:
1. Search for vehicles on www.copart.com and www.iaai.com.
2. Provide COPARTAGENT with the lot number (eight digits) or specify the year and model of the desired vehicle along with your budget.
3. Pay for the vehicle, allowing COPARTAGENT Lagos to manage trucking and shipping.
4. Payment is required once the vehicle is shipped, at which point you will receive a dock receipt and draft copy for tracking purposes, along with a buyer’s receipt detailing the total cost of the purchase.
5. A Copart auctioneer in Lagos will conduct a physical inspection, including a video assessment, prior to placing any bids, as we do not rely solely on photographs. Please note that there is a fee for this video inspection to ensure we avoid purchasing substandard vehicles.
6. You can perform a VIN check of your car before purchasing through our website, www.copartagent.com, by clicking on VIN CHECK. If you prefer, you may use our license to purchase a vehicle while managing your own shipping and clearing.
Our service fee for facilitating your bid is $300, with a delivery timeframe of 35 days. We do not purchase severely damaged vehicles, as the cost of repairs in Nigeria can be prohibitive. You will receive the vehicle documents one week after the purchase.
We focus on low mileage, sound engines, and intact airbags, emphasizing the internal condition of the vehicle rather than solely the exterior, as cosmetic issues can be easily addressed.
Clearing can be managed through your agent unless you prefer our assistance. We ensure compliance with standard customs duties, maintaining a commitment to the integrity of the clearing process.
For more information, please visit our website at www.copartagent.com or feel free to visit our office at 52 Ogunnusi Road, Ojodu Berger, Lagos, to speak with our customer service experts.