Public auctions

For some reference, I live in southern california.
I was wondering if you guys can answer some of my questions.

I'm looking for a used 2003 g35 coupe for as low as possible. The usual used price on this car online that i've seen is around 23-24k.

I have a friend who purchased a lexus gs400 for extremely cheap price at a public auction (repossessed or what not). He got it about 40% off the retail price. He recommended that i check it out.


1) Does anyone know of any major public auto auctions in so cal?
2) Does anyone have experience purchasing from auto auctions and recommend for or against buying from them?
3) Is there any other places to buy extremely cheap g35s?
4) Any other comments would be appreciated?

I have a feeling it is a rare chance that i'll spot any g35's at these auction but i'm not in a rush and is willing to wait around for a lucky opportunity.

Thanks!

i know in my area (east coast) you have to be a car dealer to even attend the auctions.. the prices are pretty low, but the major downfall is that you dont get to test drive or check out the car youre buying. im sure you find find info at your city hall or online... or ask your friend

i know here in sd we have a bunch of auctions, some are dealer only others are with the repo companies, some are auctions for everything, but im not sure about socal