Detroit Police Department Holds Vehicle Auction

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The Detroit Police Department is hosting a public vehicle auction at its Grand River location on February 24, 2026. The auction will feature a variety of seized vehicles that the public can bid on and purchase. All major credit cards, debit cards, and cash will be accepted as payment, and successful bidders will be responsible for removing their purchased vehicles by 3:00 pm on the day of the auction.

Why it matters

The DPD vehicle auction provides an opportunity for the public to acquire used vehicles at potentially discounted prices, while also allowing the police department to recoup some of the costs associated with seizing and storing these vehicles. The auction also helps to clear out the department's inventory of seized cars, which can take up valuable storage space.

The details

The auction will take place at the DPD Grand River location at 10750 Grand River, Detroit, starting at 10:00 am. Bids over $2,500 will require a license for the deposit, and successful bidders must have a valid driver's license and money on hand to complete the transaction. The vehicles will be re-keyed at the bidder's expense, and the successful bidder is responsible for removing the vehicle by 3:00 pm on the day of the auction, or they will be subject to storage fees.

• The vehicle auction will take place on February 24, 2026 at 10:00 am.