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Latest Australian Car Auction Report - Next 7 days (18 January, 2026)

The Australian auto auction market is diverse. With over 100 auction houses spread across various states in Australia, grasping current changes and the status of the overall market seems impossible. We at Wholesale Console bring you a weekly report of the Australian auction market at a glance.

1. Auction Volume by State (Regional distribution)

With thousands of vehicles scheduled to go under the hammer over the next seven days, this update provides dealers, buyers, and industry professionals with a clear snapshot of current supply levels, demand patterns, and notable high-value listings available across the country.

Insight:

 

NSW and Victoria clearly dominate national auction volume, positioning them as primary sourcing markets. 

Daily Volume Snapshot

State

Vehicles

NSW

3333

QLD

1689

VIC

1860

WA

689

SA

320

ACT

148

TA

126

NT

66

2. Auction Timing Patterns (Auction Event)

Every day of the week, we can expect an auction in one of three time frames. Morning, afternoon and evening. With the wholesale console’s dashboard, we can shortlist every one of them every day. For instance, on Sunday, the data shows the following distribution:

Daily Distribution

  • Morning (8–11 AM): 3 auctions
  • Afternoon (12–4 PM): 2 auctions
  • Evening (after 5 PM): 2 auctions

3. Auction Platform Landscape

The Australian auction market offers deals on a daily basis. Most of the big auction houses are active all the time, and some need inspection. This week, there will be 26 active auction houses conducting either online or physical auctions.

  • Mix of:

    • Large national operators (Pickles, Manheim, Grays)

    • Regional specialists

Online-only platforms (eBay, Collecting Cars)

4. Regional Activity Profile

  • VIC: Highest number of auction events (event-driven market)
  • NSW: Highest total vehicle volume (volume-driven market)
  • WA / SA / ACT: Smaller but consistent activity

Insight:
Different states require different strategies:
Auction markets in Australia require different strategies depending on the region.

  • NSW → volume efficiency. A high-volume market will provide you with many options and possibilities. You can have a second option ready.
  • VIC → event selection and timing. The number of auction events may occur at the same time by different auctioneers. You have to choose one and choose the best for you.
  • Smaller states → opportunistic sourcing.

5. Suggested Bidding

Finding and shortlisting cars according to your bidding budget can be really hard, of course, without the Wholesale console. Here you can apply a filter, “Suggested bid”, and find all cars listed among various auctioneers with one click. This week we can expect:

 

Lowest segment (Below $5,000)
1,908 auctions
19.74% of total
Middle segment ($5,000 – $30,000)
6,112 auctions
63.23% of total
Highest segment (Above $30,000)
1,646 auctions
17.03% of total

6. Auction event

Ever struggled to find auction events happening at the same time across the whole of Australia? Not anymore; with the auction calendar, you can find auction events scheduled to happen throughout the week and more. This week, we can expect a total of 58 auction events scheduled to be conducted by different auction houses.

Total auction events scheduled: 58

Auction house involvement: 26 (eBay, Manheim, Grays, Carbids)

 

7. Pick of the week: Removalist Dream

From Manheim we choose 2024 Hyundai Staria US4.V3 Load 2S Liftback 5D Van

Item Details

Build Year: 2024
Compliance: 08/2024
Make: Hyundai
Model: Staria US4.V3
Variant: Load 2S Liftback
Body Type: 5D Van
Body Colour: White
Doors: 5
Seats: 2
Odometer: 4,984 KM (Showing)
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
Engine: 4 Cyl, 2.2L
Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Fuel Type: Diesel

Item Information

VIN: KMFYFX71MSU195484
Registration Expiry: Unregistered
WOVR Status: No WOVR Record
2024 Hyundai Staria US4.V3 Load 2S Liftback 5D Van

From Pickles we choose 2022 Mercedes-Benz Vito

2022 Mercedes-Benz Vito

Vehicle Details

Build Date: 02/2022
Compliance Date: 08/2022
Odometer: 21,614 km (Showing)
Transmission: 7-Speed Sports Automatic
Drive Type: RWD (Rear Wheel Drive)
Engine Capacity: 2.1 L
Cylinders: 4
Fuel Type: Direct Injection Diesel

Interior

Trim: Black Cloth
Seats: 2
Doors: 5

Registration & Documentation

Registration: YQF79Y (Expires 18/03/2026)
Owners Manual: Available
Service History: No Service History
GST Status: GST Included in Sale Price

Identification

VIN: W1V44760523983598

From Universal motor auctions, we choose 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 316CDI NCV3

2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 316CDI NCV3

Vehicle Overview

Year: 2016
Condition: Used
Kilometres: 138,242 km
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive

Engine & Performance

Engine: 4 Cylinders, 2.1 Litres Diesel
Fuel System: 4-Cylinder Direct Injection
Power Output: 120
GVM: 3,550 kg
GCM: 5,550 kg

Body & Configuration

Body Type: Long Wheelbase High Roof Van

Identification

VIN: WDB9066352P258591
Registration Number: S433BLM
Stock Number: MD23456

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