In most municipal auctions these days the city will not let you drive the cars off the lot. You will need a wrecker to move the car for you. The 2 ways to go about this is to show up at the auction ahead of the bidding a make a deal with a local wrecker or lining up a tow truck company in advance.

The upside to choosing the tow truck driver at the auction is convenience. The downside is that he will charge a bit more than if you shop around. Finding your own tow truck company in advance will help you save some money. However, you could be out money if you don't buy at lease one car that day.

If you do go down the road of hiring a tow truck driver in advance, make sure to check Rip-off report or other consumer reviews to make sure they are a good company. When you call them up for quotes, you should also ask if they are in the Better Business Bureau and if they are licensed by your state.