Data-driven insights from Korean used car auctions
LMN secondary inspection helps you understand a Korean auction or dealer car before you secure it — photos, paint and repair checks, three videos, and plain-English notes in a shareable report.
Top-selling cars at Glovis, AJ, SK, Lotte, and K Car auctions — ranked by volume with wholesale prices. Avante, Grandeur, Casper, and G80 lead. July 2026 data.
Which countries buy Korean used cars in 2026, and at what price — volume markets versus value markets, price per car by destination, and which auction house to source each one from.
All five Korean auction houses ranked by supply, demand and liquidity — Glovis, AJ, SK, Lotte and K Car. Listed, sold and sold-rate for the last 30 days, with real transaction prices.
~5,800 cars sold in 30 days, ~52% sold rate, ~$7,400 avg price. Complete data profile of Hyundai Glovis (Autobell) — top models, price tiers, manufacturer mix, and who should source here.
~3,900 cars sold in 30 days, ~51% sold rate, ~$8,200 avg price. Complete data profile of AJ Autohub (Autohub) — top models, manufacturer mix, fuel type, and who should source here.
997 cars sold in 30 days, ~64% sold rate, ~$5,400 avg price. Complete data profile of K Car Auction — manufacturer mix, fuel types, and why this house converts better than anyone else.
~1,100 cars sold in 30 days, 53% sold rate, ~$12,700 avg price. ~24% electrified — 3x any other house. Complete data profile of Lotte Auto Auction — top models, EV mix, Genesis concentration, and who should source here.
~1,900 cars sold in 30 days, ~63% sold rate, ~$11,300 avg price. Complete data profile of SK Auction — top models, Genesis concentration, hybrid share, and who should source here.
We analyzed 456 plate-matched vehicles to reveal how auction savings change by price bracket. Budget cars show 28–63% markups, while premium cars save $2,400–$4,000 per unit in absolute terms.
Everything you need to know about buying used cars from Korean auctions — Glovis, AJ, K Car, and SK. Bidding process, grading systems, fees, and how to source vehicles for export.
Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis auction prices vs Encar retail for 16 models. Carnival saves $2,235, GV80 saves $3,915 per car. Based on 451 plate-matched vehicles.
Korean auction savings by vehicle age and mileage: 2023+ models save ~10%, older cars save 22%+. Data from 451 plate-matched cars for export buyers.
We matched 451 Korean vehicles by license plate between wholesale auctions and Encar retail. Median markup: 16.3%. See the data that proves auction sourcing saves exporters money.
Full landed cost breakdown for importing Korean auction cars — hammer price, fees, inland transport, ocean freight, and insurance. Real examples to Jebel Ali, Jeddah, and Lagos.
Learn to read Korean car auction inspection reports — exterior grades, interior grades, engine condition, and damage codes across Glovis, AJ, and K Car auction houses.