The smarter way
to buy and sell
wholesale vehicles

OPENLANE’s online dealer auction and wholesale vehicle marketplace helps automotive dealers source inventory, move vehicles faster and grow their business.

Buy. Sell.Grow your dealership.

Discover more ways to move your business forward with the fastest growing digital wholesale automotive marketplace.

OPENLANE provides automotive dealers a better way to buy and sell wholesale cars online and with confidence. From wholesale vehicle sourcing to reaching more qualified buyers, our dealer-to-dealer marketplace makes every wholesale transaction more efficient.

Wholesale made easy, every step of the way.

Jeep Renegade from an independent dealer.
GMC Acadia from a franchise dealer.
Off-lease Mercedes-Benz SUV.
GMC Acadia dealer trade.
Repossessed Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Ford Escape from a rental fleet.
Black Mercedes-Benz SUV parked on a concrete lot with an Off-lease exclusive badge overlaid.

Source cars nationwide or near you

Find cars right in your backyard or from across the country, including exclusive off-lease inventory, dealer trades, rental, fleet and more.

Explore inventory

Discover the OPENLANE advantage

See how OPENLANE provides dealers with the tools and features they need to make smarter sourcing decisions.

Learn why you should choose OPENLANEWhy choose OPENLANE
24/7 marketplace
Digital auction
Absolute Sale
As Described Guarantee
Deals about to close
OPENLANE
A central logo surrounded by five labels: Digital auction, 24/7 marketplace, Absolute Sale, Deals about to close, and As Described Guarantee.

Better information.
Better buying decisions.

Make informed buying decisions with trusted inspections, intelligent insights and built-in buyer protections.

Better information.
Better buying decisions.

Make informed buying decisions with trusted inspections, intelligent insights and built-in buyer protections.

Comprehensive inspections

Visual checks, road tests and functional evaluations performed by experienced inspectors.

OPENLANE inspector examining a vehicle’s engine compartment.

Detailed condition reports

25+ photos, “Warning-Only” view, decoded OBD2 scans and complimentary AutoCheck®.

Detailed vehicle condition report with AutoCheck history.

AI-enhanced accuracy

Automated damage detection, engine-audio analysis and forward-looking predictive pricing.

A computer screen displaying a vehicle listing platform with a pop-up menu featuring Damage Detection, Engine Analysis, and Predictive Pricing tools over an image of a black SUV with a highlighted bumper.

Powerful protections

Optional As Described Guarantee and free arbitration support give you unmatched protection in the wholesale industry.

A man sitting in the drivers seat of a car, with overlay text buttons reading As Described, As Described $6k+, and Extended Guarantee.

Comprehensive inspections

Visual checks, road tests and functional evaluations performed by experienced inspectors.

A mechanic wearing a cap leans over an open car hood, using a smartphone flashlight to inspect the engine.

Detailed condition reports

25+ photos, “Warning-Only” view, decoded OBD2 scans and complimentary AutoCheck®.

AutoCheck vehicle condition report displaying checkmarks and warning icons across categories including mechanical, exterior, tires, interior, frame, and major power options.

AI-enhanced accuracy

Automated damage detection, engine-audio analysis and forward-looking predictive pricing.

A computer screen displaying a vehicle listing platform with a pop-up menu featuring Damage Detection, Engine Analysis, and Predictive Pricing tools over an image of a black SUV with a highlighted bumper.

Powerful protections

Optional As Described Guarantee and free arbitration support give you unmatched protection in the wholesale industry.

A man sitting in the drivers seat of a car, with overlay text buttons reading As Described, As Described $6k+, and Extended Guarantee.

Services that keep your dealership moving

Simplify every step of the wholesale journey with services built for dealers.

A car secured to a flatbed tow truck with a blue ratchet strap, with a worker in the background adjusting the equipment.

Coordinate vehicle transportation, integrated floorplan financing, seamless titles concierge process and helpful dealer support on-call to keep your business moving with confidence.

See our services

Titles & paperwork

We handle titles and paperwork, meaning more time for your team to focus on the important stuff.

Transport & logistics

Instant quotes, transparent pricing and dedicated support from CarsArrive Network, Inc.

Inspections & CRs

Comprehensive inspections and AI-enhanced CRs give you clearer information with fewer surprises.

Financial ledger

Easily keep tabs on your spending and promotional credits so you always have the full picture.

OPENLANE vs. physical auctions

Why dealers choose OPENLANE

Why dealers choose OPENLANE
Physical auctions OPENLANE
Inventory Local

Thousands of cars from dealers nationwide

Inspection quality Reports with limited information or breakdowns

Key components evaluated individually from tech-aided inspectors

When to buy Stuck waiting for auction day

All day, every day

Where to buy In-lane, away from your dealership

Wherever you are

Buy fees Higher fees mean slimmer margins

The most competitive in the industry* *Based on a survey of publicly available competitor base fee schedules as of September 25, 2026.

Buyer protections Industry-standard NAAA protections

The strongest arbitration policies

INVENTORY

Thousands of cars from dealers nationwide

INSPECTION QUALITY

Individual component reports from tech-aided inspectors

WHEN TO BUY

All day, every day

WHERE TO BUY

Wherever you are

BUY FEES

The most competitive in the industry* *Based on a survey of publicly available competitor base fee schedules as of September 25, 2026.

BUYER PROTECTIONS

The strongest arbitration policies

Wholesale made easier, together

AFC and OPENLANE are part of the same family. Meaning, your AFC floorplan connects you to a full wholesale ecosystem — finance, buy, transport and sell — with the same dealer-first approach, end to end.

What dealers like you are saying

Real dealers. Real results.

Alex Oganesyan, Car City

“Every single thing about the platform is perfect.”

Alex Oganesyan, Car City
Buck Dove, Mac Haik Southway Ford

“Quite often, the car is gone in three or four hours.”

Buck Dove, Mac Haik Southway Ford
Reed Lampe, Lampe Motorsports LLC

“Just to have access 24/7 in your pocket makes it easy all around.”

Reed Lampe, Lampe Motorsports LLC
Vince Gonzalez, Boerne Dodge

“I can’t think of a state that I haven’t gotten a bid from.”

Vince Gonzalez, Boerne Dodge
Mahmoud Sahi Pour, KMP Auto Group

“If you want to grow your business, use this platform.”

Mahmoud Sahi Pour, KMP Auto Group

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 on 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 franchised 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 you’re looking for late-model, retail-ready inventory, fresh trades or value-priced units.