How to bid
The whole thing, start to finish. No showroom, no haggling, and no step that only makes sense once you've already paid.
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Open a buyer account
Free, and it takes a minute. You can browse and use Buy Now straight away.
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Verify your ID once
Upload a government-issued ID. We check it once so the ownership and transfer paperwork is ready the moment you win — usually cleared the same day.
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Read the lot properly
Every lot carries photos, odometer, VIN and a full inspection with each fault written down. Read the report before you decide a number.
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Set your limit before the lane opens
Decide the most you will pay while you are calm. Lots run five minutes each and the room moves quickly.
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Bid live, or take it at Buy Now
When the lot crosses the block the price and the clock are visible to everyone. Bid in increments, or take the car off the block at the fixed price and end it there.
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Watch the last thirty seconds
A bid inside the final thirty seconds extends the lot by a minute. Nobody wins by sniping here — you always get a chance to answer.
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Win the lot
Highest bid when the clock stops takes it. You get an on-screen confirmation and an email, and the lot appears in your account.
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Your agent takes it from there
A named agent calls to settle the purchase and arrange delivery. Title work is done in-house before the vehicle is released.
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Take delivery
Typically 3 to 10 business days, to your door, anywhere in the country. Then the 5-day inspection window starts.
Before you confirm
- Bids are binding
- A confirmed bid can't be withdrawn
- Increment
- Set per lot, shown next to the bid box
- Anti-snipe
- A late bid adds a minute to the clock
- Your name
- Never shown to other bidders
- Reserve
- Visible on the lot page once you're signed in
- After the hammer
- Your agent calls; nothing is due on the site
Still unsure about a lot? Ask the office — or read the questions other buyers ask.
Ready for a paddle?
Free account, one ID check, and you're bidding in the next round.
Register to bid