ExampleMidsize 3-row SUV
- Example auction price
- $18,400
- Auction costs + transport
- $900
- HC flat fee
- $1,000
- HC total before TTL
- $20,300
- Example dealer retail
- $22,900
$2,600 example difference
Houston car sourcing · Auction & wholesale buying · Nationwide
Stop paying retail.
Buy at auction prices. Pay one flat fee.
You pick it. We source it. Tell us the exact car you want. We hunt dealer-only auctions like Manheim nationwide, you approve the car and your max price, and you see every dollar — what the car cost, auction and transport costs, and our flat fee. No hidden dealer markup.
- You approve the car before any bid
- Flat fee from $500, shown up front
- Houston-based. Nationwide delivery.
Dealer-only auctionsManheim & dealer channels
Every number shownCar, auction costs, transport, fee
Your risk, your callClean drivers to full projects
All 50 statesBased in Houston, ships nationwide
We source every major make and body type, including Toyota, Ford, Chevrolet, Honda, Nissan, Ram, GMC, Jeep, Tesla, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, Audi, Hyundai, Kia, Subaru, Porsche, Cadillac, Pickups, SUVs, Sedans, Coupes, Minivans, Work trucks, EVs, Luxury, Projects.
How car sourcing works
Skip the lot.
Get exactly the car you want.
Four steps. Nothing gets bought until you say so.
- 01
Tell us what you want
Year, make, model, trim, mileage, colors, options, condition and your maximum budget. The more specific, the faster we move.
- 02
We hunt the auctions
We search dealer-only auction inventory and dealer channels nationwide — auctions like Manheim — for cars that match your request.
- 03
You approve
Review the photos, disclosures and condition information available. Approve the specific car and set the maximum you authorize us to spend.
- 04
We buy & deliver
After your deposit, we bid or buy within your limit, then handle transport coordination and the applicable dealer paperwork — to Houston or anywhere in the US.
Nationwide car sourcing, run from Houston.
Most used cars on dealer lots passed through a dealer auction first. Buying there means you shop the same wholesale supply dealers buy from — across the whole country — then pay a disclosed fee instead of a retail markup.
- Nationwide inventory, not one lot
- You see what the car actually cost
- Delivered to Houston or straight to your door
Why not just buy from a dealer?
Stop paying the
retail markup.
A dealer buys at auction, adds markup, reconditioning and fees, and sells you the result at retail. We buy the car you choose at auction and charge one flat fee — and you see every line.
$3,000 example difference
Illustrative example, not a quote or a promise of savings. The dealer price is a hypothetical retail listing for a comparable car; real retail prices, auction results and costs vary, and TTL applies either way. Try the estimator with a real listing you've found.
QuestionTypical dealer lotHC Auto Source
What you choose fromWhatever is on that lotThe exact car you asked for
How they get paidMarkup built into the priceOne flat fee, disclosed first
What the car really costNot shared with youShown line by line
Where cars come fromOne lot or dealer groupDealer auctions nationwide
Add-ons at signingPackages and fees can appearNo add-on packages to sell you
Who sets the max priceThe stickerYou do, before any bid
When a dealer may be the better fit
We'd rather tell you up front. A dealer lot can make more sense if you need a car today, want to test-drive the exact car before you buy, or want a dealer-backed warranty or in-house financing. If you can wait a little and want the real numbers, that's where we come in.
Example deals
Run the numbers.
Illustrative car types priced with our real fee schedule. These are examples, not sold cars or quotes.
Example
ExampleFull-size crew-cab pickup
- Example auction price
- $32,500
- Auction costs + transport
- $1,150
- HC flat fee
- $1,500
- HC total before TTL
- $35,150
- Example dealer retail
- $38,900
$3,750 example difference
ExampleCommuter sport sedan
- Example auction price
- $8,900
- Auction costs + transport
- $700
- HC flat fee
- $500
- HC total before TTL
- $10,100
- Example dealer retail
- $11,900
$1,800 example difference
ExampleTwo-door sports coupe
- Example auction price
- $27,000
- Auction costs + transport
- $1,050
- HC flat fee
- $1,250
- HC total before TTL
- $29,300
- Example dealer retail
- $32,500
$3,200 example difference
ExampleFull-size luxury sedan
- Example auction price
- $44,000
- Auction costs + transport
- $1,250
- HC flat fee
- $1,500
- HC total before TTL
- $46,750
- Example dealer retail
- $51,500
$4,750 example difference
Every example uses the HC fee for that price range and typical-looking auction and transport costs. Dealer retail figures are hypothetical comparisons. Real prices and costs vary car by car; TTL is extra.
Your risk. Your budget. Your call.
From clean daily drivers
to full projects.
Pick the risk level you're comfortable with. More risk can mean more value — you decide where that line sits.
Ready to drive
For buyers who want a straightforward daily driver. We focus on vehicles offered under green-light or similar auction terms.
Auction sale lights are not warranties, and rules vary by auction.
Open to some work
Cosmetics, maintenance, tires, brakes, detailing or other disclosed needs can open up real savings for buyers willing to put in some work.
More risk, more potential value
For experienced buyers who specifically authorize as-is inventory.
Arbitration rights may be limited or unavailable, depending on the auction and sale terms.
Bring us the challenge
Mechanical problems, body damage, high mileage, non-running cars or full projects. Tell us exactly what you're willing to fix — and what you're not.
No mystery markup
See what we paid.
Know what we make.
A flat sourcing fee, disclosed before you approve anything — instead of our pay hiding inside the price of the car.
Sourcing fee & minimum deposit
| Vehicle price | Sourcing fee | Min. deposit |
|---|---|---|
| Under $10K | From $500 | $1,000 |
| $10K–$19,999 | From $1,000 | $2,000 |
| $20K–$29,999 | From $1,250 | $3,000 |
| $30K–$49,999 | From $1,500 | $5,000 |
| $50K+ | Custom quote | 10% |
Your exact fee and every applicable charge are set out in your signed customer agreement before you authorize a purchase.
Fee & savings estimator
- HC sourcing fee
- from $1,250
- Minimum deposit
- $3,000
- Estimated total before TTL
- $23,900
- Difference vs. that dealer price
- $3,000 less
Estimate only — not a quote. Defaults match our example deal; auction costs and transport vary by car, auction and distance, and auction prices aren't guaranteed. Tax, title and registration (TTL) are extra.
Whatever you drive
Trucks. SUVs. Sports cars.
Projects. You name it.
If it runs through a dealer auction, we can hunt it — from a work truck to a weekend toy.
Dealers & wholesale buyers
Inventory for your lot.
Wholesale, sourced to spec.
We don't just buy for retail customers. HC Auto Source wholesales vehicles and sources to spec for dealers, independent lots and flippers — in Houston and across the country.
- Source to specSend your buy list — year, make, model, miles, condition, budget — and we hunt it at auction.
- Wholesale unitsAsk what we have available at wholesale right now.
- Projects & as-isRed-light, damaged and non-running cars for buyers who know exactly what they're getting into.
- Straight talkDisclosed numbers and quick answers, deal after deal.
Reviews
Straight from our buyers.
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Questions
Straight answers.
Deposits, refunds, titles, transport and auctions. Still unsure? Text (346) 786-0337.
How does the deposit work?
Once you approve a specific car and the maximum you're authorizing us to spend, you pay a purchase deposit before we bid or buy. Minimums are $1,000 for cars under $10K, $2,000 for $10K–$19,999, $3,000 for $20K–$29,999, $5,000 for $30K–$49,999 and 10% for $50K and up. The deposit is credited toward the vehicle — it is not an extra charge. You can also fund the full authorized amount up front if you prefer.
Is my deposit refundable?
Refundability, cancellation terms, what happens if we don't win a vehicle, and payment deadlines are all written into your signed customer agreement before any bid or purchase. Read it, ask us anything, and only sign when it's clear.
Do you bid as soon as I pay a deposit?
No. A deposit alone never triggers a bid. You review the available photos, disclosures and condition information, approve that specific car and set your maximum price first. We don't bid above the maximum you authorize.
Which auctions do you buy from?
We buy through dealer-only wholesale auctions like Manheim, plus other dealer-to-dealer channels. That's inventory the public normally can't access, from across the country — not just what's sitting on one lot.
Do you only work in Houston?
No. We're based in Houston, TX and serve customers anywhere in the United States. We source nationwide and arrange transport to your door or to a pickup point near you. Transport is shown as its own line — never buried.
What do auction green, yellow and red lights mean?
Auctions use lights and announcements to describe the terms a car is sold under. Broadly, green is the seller's lower-risk representation, yellow means specific announced conditions apply, and red means the car is sold as-is. Rules vary by auction, and sale lights are not warranties. Arbitration rights vary too, and may be limited or unavailable on as-is sales — we walk you through the terms on any car before you approve it.
Start the search
Tell us what you're looking for.
Takes about two minutes. We review every request and reach out — no obligation, and nothing gets bought without your approval.
Rather talk it through?
Call (346) 786-0337 Text (346) 786-0337 hanichahine1@hotmail.comHouston, TX · Delivering nationwide
Let's find your car
Ready to stop paying retail?
Let's talk.
Tell us the car. We'll tell you what it takes to get it — Houston or anywhere in the US.
(346) 786-0337