How 911 Buyers dealer auctions work

911 Buyers runs dealer-only auctions for the Porsches we buy from owners and do not keep for retail. They are never listed publicly. Here is exactly how they work.

Four steps

1. Apply. Create a 911 Buyers account as a dealer, with your dealership, buyer name, phone, email, dealer license number and state. Upload your dealer license and W-9.
2. Get approved. We check every dealer license by hand and email you when you are approved, usually within one business day.
3. Bid or buy. Approved dealers see live and upcoming cars. Bid until the clock runs out, or take a car at its Buy It Now price.
4. Close. If you are the high bidder when the auction closes and the reserve is met, you buy the car at your bid. 911 Buyers confirms every sale by email.

The rules

How long do auctions run?

Timed auctions of 4 hours, 8 hours, 24 hours or up to 7 days. Some cars are offered at a Buy It Now price only.

What happens near the end?

A bid in the last 2 minutes adds 2 minutes to the clock, so nobody wins by sniping.

Are bids binding?

Yes. Bids are binding offers to buy. If you are the high bidder at the close and the reserve is met, you have bought the car at your bid. Buy It Now is binding at the listed price.

What if the reserve is not met?

The auction ends without a sale. We may contact the high bidder, relist the car or offer it at Buy It Now.

What is listed for each car?

Photos, VIN, miles, factory options and original MSRP.

Who can join?

Licensed dealers with an active, state-issued dealer license, including brokers who hold one. Dealer access is for licensed dealers only.

Before you bid

Check the model on 911 Tracker: recorded sales, live listings and, for the exact car, its history by VIN. Set your number before the clock starts. Ready? Apply for dealer access or read the dealer page.