The UR VMS Vehicle Storage Facility is operating for the City of Nashville, responsible for the impoundment and release of vehicles that have been wrecked, abandoned, or recovered, and also for vehicles belonging to prisoners as well as other vehicles involved in various police investigations.

The Vehicle Storage Facility maintains this database to track vehicles that are brought to the Vehicle Storage Impound Lot.

Location / Hours of Operation
24 Hours, 7 days a week
Reclaiming Your Vehicle

To reclaim your vehicle from the Vehicle Storage Facility, you should follow the steps listed below:

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Determine Your Vehicle Is At The Facility
  • Vehicle may be towed if wrecked, abandoned, or driver is arrested
  • Recovered stolen vehicles are also towed here
  • Search the online Vehicle Database List through this site
  • Or call (615) 862-7800
  • The Vehicle Database List includes ALL vehicles currently at the facility
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Determine The Charges On Your Vehicle
  • Charges include:

    Towing of Vehicles 7,000 Pounds GVWR and Under (No additional fees may be charged for using other equipment, including dollies, trailers, lifts, slim-jims, go-jacks, winching, or for mileage):
    Vehicles towed to the Metro Impound Lot$225
    Vehicles towed within the I-40/I-24/I-65 Loop$155
    Vehicles towed outside the I-40/I-24/I-65 Loop$165
    Vehicles towed outside the Briley Parkway/White Bridge Road/Woodmont Avenue/Thompson Lane circle$175
    Vehicles towed to the Company Lot at the direction of a police officer:
    i. Vehicles involved in an accident:$175
    ii. All other vehicles:$175

    Mileage: Charges for mileage may only be incurred for out-of-county miles and only when towing at a police officer’s request. This rate is not to exceed: $6.00 per mile

    Labor: Charges for labor, including winching, may be charged only the first hour, and may not exceed a rate of $200 per hour. If more than one wrecker is required to remove a vehicle, the rate chargeable for each additional wrecker may not exceed the base rate of $200 per hour after the first hour. Wrecker companies are authorized to charge an additional fee of $100 for any winching performed over 50 feet off the road way.

    Towing of Vehicles over 7,000 Pounds GVWR Base Rates — “Towed” vehicles are vehicles which can be driven, but towed to the lot at the request of the owner or police officer. “Driver” vehicles are vehicles driven to the lot by a wrecker company driver at the request of the owner or police officer. “Wrecked” vehicles are vehicles which cannot be driven, and must be towed to the lot:
    TowedDrivenWrecked
    Straight Trucks, Vans, etc.:$370$175$475
    Tandem-Axle, Not Loaded$430$195$535
    Tandem-Axle, Loaded$465$195$575
    Recreational Vehicles
    25 Feet and Under in Length$370$175$460
    Over 25 Feet in Length$505$195$610
    Buses (Large)$505$195$610

    Additional Fees: Hourly Rate for necessary preparation or removal of bumpers, drive shafts before towing is possible, and reconnection after towing: $190 per hour.

    Labor Rates after first hour for wrecker and driver:
    Class B Wrecker$290
    Class C Wrecker$410
    Class C Rotator, if Needed$560

    When wreckers are required to wait at the scene for functions to be performed by others (e.g., emergency personnel), waiting time charges may not exceed one-half the allowable labour rate. When the use of outside labor and equipment is required, charges may include not more than 35% mark-up.

    When the use of air bags is required under special recovery circumstances, an additional rate of $6,750 may be charged. Recovery of vehicle submerged in water: $425. Recovery and storage of vehicle burned by fire: $340. Set out fee $50 or proof of insurance in full force & effect.

    Impound / Flat Fee$200

    Daily Storage Rates (after first two hours on the lot):
    Motorcycle or ATV$35
    Mower or miscellaneous equipment$35
    Car$55
    Tractor$80
    Motor Home, 26 feet and under in Length$70
    Motor Home, more than 26 feet in Length$80
    Tractor-trailer, commercial bus, house trailer$80
    Boat, under 19 feet in length$40
    Boat, 19 to 26 feet in length$55
    Boat, more than 26 feet in length$70

    • Charges are listed in the Vehicle Database List or can be accessed by phone.
    • The costs listed are to be used only as an estimate!. The prices shown only reflect the estimated costs to retrieve the vehicle out of impound and should only be used as a reference. The price quoted from our Customer Service Representatives IS the cost which has to be paid to retrieve the vehicle out of impound.

    Towing:
    Any towing and storage firm engaged in the business of non-consent towing from private property shall not charge the owner of any towed vehicle or personal property in excess of the following:
    Vehicles Under 7,000 pounds GVWR$210
    Vehicles Over 7,000 pounds GVWR$370
    Length of 25 Feet and Under$370
    Length More than 25 Feet$510

    The towing fee shall be all-inclusive. No additional fees may be charged for using dollies, trailers, lifts, slim-jim, or any other equipment or service or for mileage. Except in the event the interior of a salvageable vehicle will be exposed to the elements, wrecker companies are authorized to charge a one-time fee of $55.00 for materials and labor associated with wrapping a vehicle to protect the interior. $55.00

    Storage:
    The maximum fee for storage of any vehicle or equipment 7,000-lbs GVWR and under removed from private property is $55.00 per day, for any vehicle or equipment over 7,000-lbs GVWR removed from private property is $80.00 per day. No storage fee may be charged for vehicles stored two hours or less.

    Drop Fee:
    All licensees who engage in the business of towing vehicles from public or private property shall post a notice on each vehicle, in letters not less than two (2) inches high and appearing in a legible manner on the boom or rear of the wrecker as follows:

    FEE TO DROP VEHICLE BEFORE DEPARTING: $100.00

    If the owner or operator of the vehicle is present and removes the vehicle to be towed from the premises before it is connected to the towing vehicle, the owner or operator shall not be charged any fee.

    Vehicles over 7,000 pounds: C-Class Drop Fee: $240.00

    Lienholder Processing Fee:
    In addition to the rates authorized above, wrecker companies are authorized to charge a one-time administrative processing fee of $50.00 for any car remaining in storage on the company lot for twenty-four hours, to offset direct costs for notification of the owner or lienholder as required by state law, and an additional $35.00 administration processing fee for each additional notification sent to the owner or lienholder as required by law.

    In the event the interior of a salvageable vehicle will be exposed to the elements, wrecker companies are authorized to charge a one-time fee of $55.00 for materials and labor associated with wrapping a vehicle to protect the interior.

    Temporary Fuel Surcharge was approved on August 25, 2022 of 10% for diesel above $3.00 a gallon on average.
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Notice: Before You Go To The Vehicle Storage Facility, Read This:

CALL the Vehicle Storage Facility at (615) 862-7800 to make sure your vehicle is released for pick-up (some vehicles have a "hold" and cannot be released).

NON-OWNERS: Call the Vehicle Storage Facility at (615) 862-7800 to learn what ADDITIONAL documents you must bring if you are not the legal, registered owner (on the title) of the vehicle you wish to pick up (if you are acting as an agent for the owner).

THE VEHICLE STORAGE FACILITY VEHICLE POUND IS OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK.

  • Vehicles may be claimed 24 hours a day.
  • The vehicle’s OWNER MUST bring the following to claim a unit:
    - A valid government photo identification card or driver’s license.
    - Proof of ownership (original Certificate of Title; a REASSIGNED title less than 30 days old; current registration receipt; or Bill of Sale less than 30 days old).
    - Proof of Current Insurance on the Vehicle.
    - Payment.
    - Call (615) 862-7800 for additional instruction if owner is unable to claim vehicle.

    **** Also note that you must not have any outstanding tickets or warrants if you are picking up a vehicle. Please settle those with Municipal Court first.

PAYMENT MAY BE MADE THROUGH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

  • Cash
  • Credit Cards now being accepted (Visa, MC)

LIENHOLDER PROCESSING FEE:

  • In addition to the rates authorized above, wrecker companies are authorized to charge a onetime administrative processing fee of $35 for any car remaining in storage on the company lot for twenty four hours, to offset costs for notification of the owner or lienholder as required by state law, and an additional $25 administration processing fee for each additional notification sent to the owner or lienholder as required by law.
  • In the event the interior of a salvageable vehicle will be exposed to the elements, wrecker companies are authorized to charge a one-time fee of $40 for materials and labor associated with wrapping a vehicle to protect the interior.

Has your vehicle been towed?
The UR VMS Vehicle Storage Facility and the City of Nashville want to make it as easy as possible for you to locate and redeem your vehicle. As a result, the Storage Facility maintains an online inventory database that will assist in locating and redeeming your vehicle. Click on the link below to search the facility’s inventory for information on your vehicle.

Legal Disclaimer:
The costs listed are to be used only as an estimate. The prices shown only reflect the estimated costs to retrieve the vehicle out of impound and should only be used as a reference. The price quoted from our Customer Service Representatives IS the cost which has to be paid to retrieve the vehicle out of impound. By using this service, you are agreeing to this disclaimer.

Don’t miss your chance to find what you’re looking for at a great price! Join UR VMS, in partnership with The City of Nashville, for FREE public auto auctions for vehicles abandoned at our impound facility. Vehicles are sold “as is” to the highest bidder.

Vehicle Preview Tuesday before: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. Bidding Begins Wednesday: 10:00 am. A valid, government issued ID is required for bidder registration. All auction terms and conditions are available at time of registration, at our auction facility. Please call (615) 862-7800 for questions and further details.

Good luck and happy bidding!

View, Bid & Buy Online

Can’t make it to the weekly auction? Why not bid online? UR VMS has now brought their auto auction experience to you! From the comfort of your home or office, you are now able to review vehicle information, register as an online bidder, and place bids. Click on the buttons above for registration information, rules and regulations, frequently asked questions, and system requirements. Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to pick up a vehicle for well below retail value!

*NOTE: All online bidders must be registered 30 minutes prior to bidding start time.

Auction Information
Auction DayLast Wednesday of each month
Vehicle PreviewTuesday before: 12:00–1:00 pm
Bidding BeginsWednesday: 10:00 am
Online Reg. Deadline30 min before start