Detroit Police Auction Locations
Detroit Police auctions are not held at one location. Events rotate among city impound lots like Grinnell and Grand River plus police-authorized private tow yards. Knowing where to go and when makes bidding or reclaiming a car much easier.
City-Managed Police Impound Yards
| Location | Address | ZIP Code |
|---|---|---|
| DPD Grinnell Impound Lot | 9425 Grinnell Ave, Detroit, MI | 48213 |
| DPD Grand River Impound Lot | 10750 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI | 48204 |
| DPD Mount Elliott Facility | 11631 Mount Elliott St, Detroit, MI | 48212 |
Mount Elliott is primarily administrative and rarely used for public auctions.
Police-Authorized Private Tow Yards
| Tow Company | Address | ZIP Code |
|---|---|---|
| Bobby’s Towing | 10401 Lyndon St, Detroit, MI | 48238 |
| Troy’s Towing | 9615 Grinnell Ave, Detroit, MI | 48213 |
| 7D’s Towing | 5700 E. Nevada Ave, Detroit, MI | 48234 |
| Wayne’s Towing | 20495 Sherwood St, Detroit, MI | 48234 |
| BBK Towing | 1821 Trombly St, Detroit, MI | 48211 |
| ABA Impound | 14201 Joy Rd, Detroit, MI | 48228 |
How to Know Where the Next Auction Is
The Detroit Police Department rotates auctions between these locations. Auction schedules are posted online and vary by month. To find the next event:
- Visit the City of Detroit Events Page
- Check detroitpolice.auction for updated listings
Each listing includes the exact yard, date, time and a preview of vehicles available for bidding.
Important Auction Facts
- No central auction yard—events rotate between Eastside, Westside and Central locations.
- Arrive early. Auctions usually start around 9:00 AM and registration closes by 10:00 AM.
- Bring ID and cash or approved payment methods.
- Vehicles must be removed the same day by 3:00 PM or storage fees begin immediately.
Summary
Detroit police auctions take place at multiple impound lots across the city. Many location searches mention Grinnell Impound, Grand River or Mount Elliott, but actual sale locations can rotate to contracted tow yards such as Troy’s, 7D’s or BBK. Always confirm the correct address and ZIP code before you go.