Where Is the Detroit Police Auction?

Contrary to popular belief, Detroit Police auctions are not held at one location. They rotate among city impound lots and police-authorized private tow yards. Knowing where to go—and when—makes bidding or reclaiming a car much easier.

City-Managed Police Impound Yards

LocationAddressZIP Code
DPD Grinnell Impound Lot9425 Grinnell Ave, Detroit, MI48213
DPD Grand River Impound Lot10750 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI48204
DPD Mount Elliott Facility11631 Mount Elliott St, Detroit, MI48212

Mount Elliott is primarily administrative and rarely used for public auctions.

Police-Authorized Private Tow Yards

Tow CompanyAddressZIP Code
Bobby’s Towing10401 Lyndon St, Detroit, MI48238
Troy’s Towing9615 Grinnell Ave, Detroit, MI48213
7D’s Towing5700 E. Nevada Ave, Detroit, MI48234
Wayne’s Towing20495 Sherwood St, Detroit, MI48234
BBK Towing1821 Trombly St, Detroit, MI48211
ABA Impound14201 Joy Rd, Detroit, MI48228

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:

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. Most are held at city-run facilities like Grinnell or Grand River, or at contracted tow yards such as Troy’s, 7D’s or BBK. Always confirm the correct address and ZIP code before you go.

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