Quick facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Status | Live and accepting bids on the official lot page. |
| Closing time | 2026-11-09T11:00:00-07:00 |
| Platform | Public Surplus |
| Location | City of Houston – HPD Auto Dealers Area 5 Storage, 10410 SW Plaza Drive, Houston, TX 77074 |
| Registration deadline | Not disclosed on the official page. |
| Inspection | No inspection is offered; the page says there is no inspection of these vehicles. |
| Eligibility | Texas dealer validation or bidder certification is required before bidding. |
| Deposit | May apply. |
| Buyer premium | Not disclosed on the official page. |
| Taxes | Not disclosed on the official page. |
| Payment | Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or wire transfer; online card payments are limited to $4,000 or less. |
| Pickup / shipping | Buyer must pick up the vehicle; removal deadline is Friday, November 13, 2026, by close of business. |
| Title information | The city says it will not provide a clear title and will provide a Texas VTR-71-1 auction sales receipt instead. |
Lot snapshot
This auction is for a 2012 Honda Accord SE sedan with VIN 1HGCP2F6XCA001785. The page identifies it as a rebuilt salvage vehicle and says mileage, running condition, tires, and overall condition are unknown. It also says the seller does not have and does not provide keys.
Status and bidding
The official lot page shows a current price of $100 and a minimum bid of $102.50. It also states that the auction ends on November 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM MST and that the auction might extend. Because the live lot page itself shows bidding activity and a future close time, this listing is currently actionable.
Buyer obligations
Before bidding, the page says bidders must either submit Texas dealer credentials or certify that they have not purchased and do not intend to purchase more than five vehicles in this calendar year. The auction terms also say payment must be received by Public Surplus by the listed deadline and that late payment or delayed removal can trigger storage charges, forfeiture, or relisting.
Risk checklist
- Unknown mechanical and cosmetic condition.
- No key provided.
- No inspection offered.
- Clear title not guaranteed.
- Potential tow-yard storage fees if pickup is delayed.
- Vehicle may require a towing or recovery plan before pickup.
Cost worksheet
- Bid price: current bid plus your maximum proxy amount.
- Buyer deposit: may apply.
- Payment method fees: possible card or wire costs.
- Pickup costs: towing, transport, and any storage charges.
- Title/registration costs: buyer responsibility if the vehicle can be titled at all.
Official contacts
- Public Surplus lot page: Direct auction listing
- Pickup contact listed on the page: Hisham Mahmud, 713-988-7600
Last verified: 2026-11-06 03:30 UTC
