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Have you been thinking about buying a new car? Deciding to buy a car at an automotive auction can help you find an excellent car at an excellent price! While it may not be your typical way of purchasing a vehicle, it can be very beneficial to your budget to consider purchasing at an auction. There are a few key points that you will want to know about purchasing a car at an auction – keep reading for 5 tips when buying a car at an automotive auction!  

1. Do Your Research  

• It is essential that you do your research thoroughly before attending the auction. Check out all the listings near you that you would be interested in, find out what you like and do not like, and compare prices. Doing extensive research and checking things like vehicle history reports will make the day of the auction stress-free!  

2. Know the Auction Rules  

• Each auction house will have its own set of rules and it is important to know those beforehand. Be sure to know the registration process and the payment policies.  

3. Have a Plan 

• Having a plan of what type of car you are going to want, a price limit, and other features that you are looking for will help you make the best decision on the day of the auction. Setting a budget and sticking to it will help prevent you from overspending.  

4. Have an Open Mind 

• It is a good idea to have an idea of what type of car you are looking for, but when buying a car from an auction, you will find it helpful to have an open mind and to be flexible. If you have your mind set on a certain car and you end up not getting it, you might not find another one that you like as much. Give every option a fair chance and try to have an open mind throughout the entire process.  

5. Arrive Early  

• Arriving early will ensure that you have enough time to look at all of the available cars at the auction and be able to make a list of ones that you would like to bid on. You can thoroughly inspect vehicles and get a chance to look at every detail of the car before it is time to bid!  

Buying a car at an automotive auction is a great option and the entire auction process is definitely an experience to enjoy! Visit our website to find out about our upcoming auctions and if you need assistance reach out to our team.