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Water loss cars at auction

Past Copart and IAAI lots recorded as a Water loss. Each listing shows the final bid, damage, title type, odometer, VIN and full specifications — so you can see what Water-loss vehicles actually sell for at auction.

21,336
Lots archived
$5,508
Avg. final bid
$3,100
Median bid
95%
With keys
1967–2026
Year range

Most common damage: Water/flood, Fresh water flood, Front end.

Other loss types

2003 BMW Z4 2.5i
Sold $375

2003 BMW Z4 2.5i

4USBT33493LR61984 IAAI 44426534

156,535 mi · Fresh water flood

  • Gas
  • Manual
  • RWD
  • Keys
Mar 5, 2026 Bay Point, CA, USA
2013 Kia Rio EX
Sold $300

2013 Kia Rio EX

KNADN5A39D6269350 IAAI 43008339

81,250 mi · Water/flood

  • Gas
  • Automatic
  • FWD
  • Keys
Mar 5, 2026 Fargo, ND, USA

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Reported accidents, odometer rollbacks, title brands and past owners — get the full history report for any VIN.

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Frequently asked questions

It is the reason the insurer recorded the vehicle as a loss before it went to auction. Every lot below shows the final bid, damage and title type so you can judge the car on its own merits.

It depends on the make, model, year and condition. Each lot shows its exact final bid, so you can gauge real market values for Water-loss vehicles.

Most carry a salvage or similar branded title. Open any lot to see its exact title type and sale-document group.