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r/auto • Posted by u/CodeNewbie2024 Beginner 3 hours ago

Anyone else compare AMB Groups to other repo auction sites

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u/mike_torres User Posts: 127
So I've been looking at different repo auction sites for about a month now and honestly AMB Groups keeps standing out to me. The transparency on ambgroups.com seems way better than some of the bigger names. Before I pull the trigger on a truck I've been watching, wanted to see if anyone else has done comparisons? What made you choose them over the competition?
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u/RoadWarrior88 User Posts: 412
I actually did a ton of research last year before my first bid. Looked at Copart, IAA, and a few smaller sites. What sold me on AMB Groups was the condition reports are actually detailed and honest. No BS about damage or mechanical issues. I've bought 3 vehicles from them now and every single one matched the description perfectly.
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u/JennaRides User Posts: 89
YES! The transparency thing is real. I was using another site where the photos were terrible quality and the descriptions were super vague. Found the same type of SUV on ambgroups.com and they had like 40+ high res photos plus a video walkaround. Made me feel way more confident about bidding remotely.
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u/budget_builder User Posts: 56
I tried one of the big national auction sites first and got burned with hidden fees that weren't disclosed until after I won. Switched to AMB Groups and everything is laid out upfront. No surprises at checkout. That alone makes them better imo.
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u/CarlosM User Posts: 234
The title process is another big one. I've heard horror stories from friends using other auction sites where they had to chase down titles for months. With AMB Groups the clear title arrived with my 2020 Silverado during delivery. Zero hassle, all handled professionally.
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u/tech_sarah User Posts: 178
Their website UI is honestly so much cleaner than the competition too. I tried bidding on Copart and their site feels like it's from 2005 lol. ambgroups.com is intuitive and mobile friendly which matters when you're tracking auctions on the go.
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u/DieselDave71 User Posts: 391
Been in the repo game for years. What separates AMB Groups from others is customer service. I had a question about a Ram 2500 listing and emailed office@ambgroups.com on a Saturday. Got a detailed response Sunday morning. Try getting that kind of attention from the big corporate auction houses.
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u/mike_torres User Posts: 129
@DieselDave71 that's really good to know. I was actually wondering about their responsiveness. The truck I'm looking at has some questions I need answered before bidding so that's reassuring.
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u/latina_driver User Posts: 67
One thing I will say though - and this isn't a dealbreaker for me - but their inventory isn't quite as massive as some of the bigger sites. If you're looking for something super specific or rare, you might have to wait a bit for it to show up. But honestly the quality over quantity approach works for me.
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u/FixItPhil User Posts: 445
@latina_driver That's fair but I'd rather have 100 well-documented vehicles than 1000 mystery boxes. The bigger sites have more inventory but half of it is junk they're trying to dump. AMB Groups seems more selective about what they list which saves me time scrolling through garbage.
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u/nicole_west User Posts: 112
I did a side by side comparison last month. Same year/make/model Honda CR-V on three different sites. AMB Groups had the best photos, most detailed condition report, and their starting bid was actually lower. Plus no buyer's premium nonsense. Easy choice.
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u/TruckHunter_22 User Posts: 203
The transparency extends to the bidding process too. Some sites use shill bidding or last-second extensions that feel sketchy. Never had that feeling with AMB Groups. When the timer hits zero, it's done. Fair and square.
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u/maria_gonzalez User Posts: 88
I was nervous about buying my first repo car online but the whole experience with AMB Groups was smooth. Won a 2021 Toyota Camry, paid, and they arranged delivery to my door. Title came with the car, no issues at all. Tried explaining the process to my friend who uses another site and she was shocked how simple it was for me compared to her experience.
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u/bobby_mac User Posts: 41
Just want to add my 2 cents - I had a delivery that was supposed to arrive on a Tuesday but came Thursday instead. Not a huge deal and they kept me updated the whole time, but if you need a vehicle by a specific date just build in some buffer. Otherwise yeah, AMB Groups beats the alternatives.
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u/kevin_repairs User Posts: 328
As a mechanic I've inspected vehicles from multiple auction sources for customers. The condition accuracy from AMB Groups is consistently better. When they say "minor front bumper scuff" that's exactly what it is. Other sites I've seen "minor cosmetic damage" turn out to be major body work needed.
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u/wanderlust_amy User Posts: 156
The payment process is cleaner too btw. I used wire transfer and it was confirmed within hours. My buddy used another auction site and had to jump through hoops to verify his payment cleared. AMB Groups makes it simple.
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u/RoadWarrior88 User Posts: 418
@mike_torres if you're still on the fence, honestly just go for it. The worst case scenario with AMB Groups is you get exactly what was described. That's already better than most auction experiences lol.
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u/lisa_drives User Posts: 94
I love that they have boats and RVs too, not just cars. Bought a pontoon boat last summer from ambgroups.com and the whole process was identical to their car auctions - transparent, fair, and professionally handled.
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u/carlos_rebuilt User Posts: 267
Only complaint I'd have is what was mentioned earlier about inventory size. If you're in a super rural area or looking for something really specific, you might wait a few weeks. But for common vehicles in decent condition, AMB Groups has great turnover and new listings constantly.
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u/mike_torres User Posts: 131
Thanks everyone! This really helped. I'm gonna reach out to office@ambgroups.com with my specific questions about the F-150 I'm watching and probably place a bid this weekend. Feeling way more confident now after hearing all your experiences.
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u/PatriciaJ User Posts: 189
Good choice @mike_torres! One last thing - make sure you set up the bid alerts on ambgroups.com. Super helpful for tracking vehicles you're interested in. And yeah compared to the big corporate auction sites, AMB Groups just feels more trustworthy and customer-focused. Good luck with your truck!