Wholesale
made easy
Bringing together buyers and sellers in the preferred US marketplace for wholesale used vehicles
Time is money.
With OPENLANE, you get both.
Better outcomes. Inventory you need. Lowest fees. Easy guaranteed.
Buy your way
All the inventory,
all in one place
Unmatched
fresh inventory
Thousands of new listings daily, with vehicles at every age, condition and price points, from thousands of dealers nationwide.
Inspected by people.
Enhanced by Al.
Thorough condition reports with AI-powered damage detection, engine audio analysis, and OBD2 code translations.
Bid and buy the
way you want
Sale formats (from 24/7 marketplace listings to scheduled live auctions) and comprehensive search filters to fit your business
Lowest
fees
Drive up your results with the most competitive buy fees* in the industry
Turn your trades into
(MORE) cash fast
with our nationwide network of buyers
Why dealers
prefer OPENLANE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OPENLANE?
For more than 25 years, OPENLANE has been at the forefront of innovation, singularly focused on achieving our goal—to make wholesale easy so you can be more successful. Our digital marketplace offers a fast, easy and transparent way to sell and source used and fresh vehicle inventory—anytime, anywhere. We bring together the leading OEMs, dealers, fleet operators, rental companies and financial institutions to match the right buyer with the right car at every price point.
Who can buy and sell vehicles on OPENLANE?
OPENLANE is built for licensed automotive dealers looking to buy or sell wholesale vehicles. Buyers gain access to nationwide inventory across a wide range of makes, models and price points, while sellers can reach a large network of qualified dealers to move inventory quickly and efficiently.
Why do dealers choose OPENLANE for wholesale vehicle sourcing?
Dealers choose OPENLANE because it combines nationwide inventory, exclusive off-lease vehicles, AI-enhanced vehicle inspections, transparent condition reports, buyer protections, flexible buying options and competitive fees in one easy-to-use marketplace. These tools help dealers source inventory more efficiently and buy with greater confidence.
Is OPENLANE better than a traditional wholesale auto auction?
OPENLANE gives dealers the flexibility to browse, bid and buy wholesale vehicles online 24/7 instead of waiting for auction day. With nationwide inventory, AI-enhanced condition reports, transparent pricing, buyer protections and integrated transportation, dealers can source inventory more efficiently while reducing travel time and operating costs. Whether you’re sourcing just a few vehicles or dozens, OPENLANE provides your dealership great value.
Is OPENLANE only for franchise dealerships?
No. OPENLANE serves both franchise and independent licensed dealers. The marketplace offers inventory, buying tools and services designed to help dealerships of all sizes source wholesale vehicles more efficiently, whether they’re looking for late-model retail-ready inventory, fresh trades or value-priced units.