If you have any questions about bidding on the auction, or any of the cars entered into our sale, please get in touch. But here are some frequently asked questions…
When can I view the cars?Our viewing days are Wednesday 26th 9am-5pm and Thursday 27th 9am-6pm, all of our cars are also available for viewing from 8.30am on the day of the auction.
Do I need to register? Yes. If you are attending our auction, you will need to register if you are planning on bidding. You can register by going to our cash desk and buying a catalogue for £5 which will have your bidding number on.
What is the buyers premium? The buyers premium is 8% +VAT with a minimum fee of £150 (inc VAT).
Where can I park?Parking is available in our car park and in the skate park next door. Remember our classic auctions get very busy so parking spaces are first come first serve!
What if I cant attend the auction but I want to bid? If you cannot attend our auction there are alternative ways to bid (see below). The deadline for all remote bidding options is 9am on the day of the auction.
How long to I have to pay the balance if I win a lot?The balance for all vehicles must be paid by Monday (31/07/17).
Can I leave the vehicle(s) here until I have arranged transport?As long as the vehicle(s) have been paid for, we are happy to store them free of charge, for 3 weeks.
I am planning on staying overnight, are there any hotels nearby? There are many hotels in and around Poole town centre for a list of hotels and contact details please click here
Remember that Friday will be very busy so if you are thinking of registering for any of the remote bidding options, do so ASAP.
All you need to do is to come to our auction premises on the day of the auction and register when you arrive. There is no need to register in advance. When you arrive, just report to the cash desk and register your details to collect your bidding number. There is a £5 fee for each bidding number. The auction will take place at:
South Western Vehicle Auctions Kinson Pottery Trading Estate 61 Ringwood Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 0RG
Parking spaces are available at a first come, first serve basis. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. We will be open from 8:30am for viewing of the classics. The auction starts at 11:00am.
ONLINE BIDDING
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 9AM ON FRIDAY 29TH.
Our online auction system is a fantastic way to bid remotely. Not only can you view the cars live as they come through the hall, you can also hear our auctioneers as they take bidding.
ALL TELEPHONE BIDS AND DEPOSITS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 9AM ON FRIDAY 29TH.
Telephone bidding is a great way to bid by proxy during the auction. We will call you several lots before the one you want to bid on, then we will talk you through the auction, updating you on the current bid and bidding for you when you tell us to. Phone bidding costs £10.00 and we require a deposit of 10% of the lower estimate, minimum of £500 per car. This will need to be paid with a debit card and your bid will not be valid until we have received your deposit(s) which is fully refundable should your bid not be successful. To register for phone bidding you will need to fill out a “Classic Car Telephone and Commission Bidding Form“. Once you have completed the form you will need to post, fax or email it back to us then we will contact you regarding your deposit.
COMMISSION BIDDING
ALL COMMISSION BIDS AND DEPOSITS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 9AM ON FRIDAY 29TH.
If you cannot attend the auction and are unable to bid remotely, you can leave a commission bid on a lot before the start of the auction. Just tell us the lot you want to bid on and the maximum amount you would like to bid. We will then bid for you during the auction, up until either you win the lot or we reach your maximum bid. Commission bidding requires a deposit of 10% of the lower estimate, minimum of £500 per car. This will need to be paid with a debit card and your bid will not be valid until we have received your deposit(s) which is fully refundable should your bid not be successful. To register for commission bidding you will need to fill out a “Classic Car Telephone and Commission Bidding Form“. Once you have completed the form you will need to post, fax or email it back to us then we will contact you regarding your deposit.
If you have any questions about bidding on the auction, or any of the cars entered into our sale, please get in touch. Remember that Friday will be very busy so if you are thinking of registering for any of the remote bidding options, do so ASAP.
