School Bus Auction

Are you in the market for a used school bus and wondering where to go? Capital Auto Auction offers a variety of short bus auction events for you to consider attending online. Our huge, rapidly changing inventory includes all kinds of vehicles, from sedans to school buses. Come to us for great deals on good, clean vehicles that will meet your needs. We hold our used bus auction events online in order to make it easy for you to access them from anywhere. The advantage of attending a bus auction from us is that you will find a good selection of affordable buses, ready and available for purchase. Capital Auto Auction also buys and accepts donations of all kinds of vehicles. If you’re interested in selling, talk to us. Or if you’d rather donate, we’ll take your bus and give the proceeds of its sale to charity!

What You Need to Know About Used School Buses for Sale and Where to Find Them 

Are you looking for a used school bus for sale? Do you know that an online auto auction could be your smartest move yet? Aside from getting all the bells and whistles of a fantastic school bus, you could score the deal of a lifetime if you participate in a school bus auction!

If you’re someone who’s planning to set up a business with that new school bus or if you’re just looking for an alternative RV-type vehicle, then buying a used school bus at one of our live online auctions is for you. However, doing a bit of research beforehand could help you find the used school bus that will best fit your needs.

Types of Used School Buses for Sale at Online Auction

Many people think that only conventional cars are sold at an auction when, in fact, you can find different types of vehicles being displayed — and school buses are no exception! There are two types of school buses that are usually displayed in our auctions: long and short.

A long school bus is usually around 40 feet long and has a seating capacity of 90 passengers. However, if your line of business involves transporting passengers in smaller groups, a used school bus with fewer seats could be a good option.

On the other hand, short buses are just a bit bigger than a regular car (about 10 inches) and are around 19 feet to 22 feet long and can carry as many as 30 passengers. Drivers wanting to convert a used school bus into a comfortable tiny home usually put this on top of their list of choices. Since its size is a lot smaller compared to a long school bus, parking won’t be a chore.

What to Consider When Buying a School Bus 

Buying a school bus for sale at auction is a rare experience, so preparing yourself ahead of time can be a big help. You can expect that the buses to be auctioned will be repossessions, dealer consignments, government vehicles or donations — and they’ll all be priced affordably. We have a huge selection that is always changing, so you never know exactly which vehicles will be available at a given time. If there’s a good chance you will want to make a purchase, consider registering for the event ahead of time online. This can save you time on auction day. Also, be sure to have a valid U.S. driver’s license that proves you’re an adult ready, and a form of payment for making your deposit if you have the winning bid. At Capital Auto Auction, we accept cash, Visa, MasterCard and U.S.-certified bank checks.

How Capital Auto Auction Works 

Participating in an online auction is an excellent way to get a used school bus at a much cheaper price. Pre-auction bidding allows you to place a maximum bid on a vehicle before the actual bidding starts. When the bidding for a particular vehicle stops before it reaches your maximum limit, you will be able to get the vehicle.

Online bidding is a fitting, convenient choice for people with tight schedules, since it doesn’t require them to be physically present during the school bus for sale auction. The process is simple when you win an auction.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Leave a deposit on the day of sale.
• Settle the full payment within the next business day.
• Tow your purchased school bus from the auction lot within three days.

We host three online auctions each week with free registrations.

Why Choose Capital Auto Auction

When you’re ready to shop for a bus, checking out a used school bus auction event online at Capital Auto Auction is the easy solution. Since our founding in 1989, we’ve auctioned thousands of vehicles to customers. We have a large selection and incredible prices, as well as exceptional service from beginning to end. Whether you participate in one of our online events, you can find excellent deals on quality buses and other vehicles. Everyone is welcome, so you have nothing to lose by coming to check out the deals. Whether you’re looking for an extra bus for your school or convenient transportation for your business, you will be surprised at the number of options we offer.

Search our inventory to find just the vehicle you need!