Copart has left a significant mark on Finland’s vehicle market, but its story began long before Copart’s name became widely known in Finland. In 2018, the global auction giant acquired Autovahinkokeskus (AVK), a company with deep roots in the Finnish salvage vehicle market. Founded in 1966 by Finnish insurance companies, AVK was a specialist in handling insurance salvage vehicles, and its expertise laid a strong foundation for Copart’s operations in the country. By combining AVK’s local knowledge with Copart’s advanced digital auction platform, the company transformed how vehicles are bought and sold in Finland, making the process smoother, more transparent and accessible to a wider audience.
A Diverse Network of Vehicle Sources
Today, Copart Finland operates through four main locations and more than 20 sub-lots across the country. The company sources vehicles from a wide variety of sellers, making it a crucial link in Finland’s vehicle life cycle. Copart Finland specializes in used and damaged vehicles and acquires vehicles from insurance companies, car dealerships, rental and leasing companies, finance companies, private customers and other clients. Insurance companies have been the primary sources of vehicles, including accident-damaged and total-loss vehicles. Recently, the number of vehicles from other sources has been growing steadily and is crucial for the company’s strategy going forward.
A Digital Transformation in Vehicle Auctions
Copart Finland has modernized the local vehicle auction industry by introducing its globally recognized virtual auction technology. This user-friendly platform allows buyers from Finland and abroad to participate in real-time online auctions, making the process more dynamic and accessible. Unlike traditional auctions, where buyers need to be physically present, Copart’s platform allows participants to bid remotely, ensuring every vehicle gets the widest audience possible.
No matter whether or not you are an individual buyer looking for a car to repair, a dismantler seeking End-of-life vehicles to dismantle, or a dealership hunting for inventory, Copart’s digital platform makes the process seamless and competitive.
What’s next for Copart Finland?
Jan Johansson, Managing Director of Copart Finland, comments:
Jan Johansson
“With our recently updated strategy, our eyes are set on becoming the leader in vehicle auctions in Finland, focusing on customer value, halving emissions and growing internationally. Our international buyers place a high value on the general condition and trustworthiness of Finnish vehicles we sell, while simultaneously, our sellers hold in high regard the global visibility we offer for their vehicles on our auction platform. Last but not least, our employees play a key role in making all this happen successfully.”
With its strong foundation in Finland and access to Copart’s global technology, the company is well-positioned to continue shaping the country’s vehicle auction market. By offering a trusted, efficient, and digital-first approach to buying and selling vehicles, Copart Finland is not just keeping up with industry changes – it’s leading it. As demand for online vehicle auctions grows, Copart Finland is set to remain a key player, driving innovation and transparency in the industry.
