An auction is a perfect way to sell your survivor or project car. And Barn Finds is the perfect place to run your auction because we are one of the most popular classic car websites online. This receives 10 million views per month, with 900,000+ social media followers and 125,000+ email subscribers!
We do a few things differently than traditional auction houses, so please keep reading to learn more.
No Deadbeat Bidders
We require everyone to have a credit card on file before they are allowed to bid. Once an auction ends, we charge the high bidder a 5% buyer’s premium. This helps eliminate the fake bidding that is so prevalent on other auction sites.
No Deadbeat Sellers
If a seller backs out at the end of an auction, we will refund the buyer’s premium to the high bidder and charge it to the seller. This keeps everyone accountable and ensures that both sides are committed before they list a car or place a bid.
No Last Minute Sniping
Getting outbid by only a few dollars at the last second can be very frustrating. To prevent this, we extend the auctions by a few minutes when a last-minute bid is placed. All auctions also have a predefined bid increment.
This all adds up to a better buyer and seller experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do auctions run?
Our auctions run for seven days. We feel that is just the right amount of time for bidders to inspect the vehicle and get shipping quotes.
Can I set a reserve?
You can, but it needs to be realistic. No “testing the waters” auctions with crazy reserves. We can help you determine a realistic expectation based on what similar vehicles have sold for recently.
How much does it cost?
Sellers pay $99 per auction unless a bulk discount has been arranged. This fee will be refunded if we decide not to feature your car.
Buyers pay a 5% premium ($500 minimum / $5,000 maximum). This fee will be refunded if the seller backs out.
Who handles payment?
We only handle the auction. You and the buyer must make payment arrangements after the auction ends. For high-dollar transactions, we recommend using an Escrow service.
What about shipping?
Unless other terms have been agreed upon, the buyer is responsible for all shipping arrangements. We can provide recommendations if needed.
How many photos do I need?
The first thing you need to do is go out to the barn or garage and take a lot of photos! We want to see everything. Get multiple shots of the exterior from all sides, engine bay, interior, and trunk. Then crawl underneath and get a few of the underside. Make sure that the lighting is good and the photos are not blurry. The more high-quality photos you provide, the more likely you will to get full market value. We will reject any submissions that do not include high-quality photos and a detailed description, so please take your time and do the legwork before submitting your auction.
