What is the procedure for bidding and what if any type of deposit is needed if you make a successful bid? Are the cars inspected by mechanic? My wife and I are looking for a second car and this would be our first time at an public auction.

You go to the auction on sale day and register to bid. Vehicles are in running condition as they are driven through the auction block, however they are sold "as-is" (except for the tow lane vehicles, which your obviously not interested in.) You can get a list of vehicles from the website which is usually updated on Thursday. Public Sale is vehicles that were repossessed and donated vehicles. Call them for the bidding process details , but I believe its 250 deposit at time of the winning bid, with balance due by EOD the following Monday

Yes, i agree with the above. These cars can be in good running order or bad. Sometimes you wont know until you drive them off the lot. This isn't for beginners. But if you bring a mechanic that would be useful. I am just warning that this is something you are never "guaranteed" a reliable car. I recommend that you inspect the cars as much as you can before they are put up for auction. You are also not allowed to test drive (just so you know).

Its now $400 deposit.

I don't recommend it to a novice since the cars are sold as is no inspection you can still view the cars before the auction you need to deposit 10 percent non refundable for successful bid the rest be. buy Monday good luck