Dos and Dont's

Here's some inside knowledge to help make buying online through a 1 Dollar Reserve Auction an enjoyable and safe experience.

Check out these tips and if you're still in any doubt ask.

Do's

  • Read the seller's feedback and ensure you're comfortable with whom you are dealing with
  • If you are unsure about the vehicle's details ask the seller a question regardless of how stupid it seems
  • If possible view and test-drive the vehicle, or get a friend to view for you
  • Set a budget and compare prices with similar vehicles
  • Watch out for other bidders who will try and spoil the auction
  • Check if a vehicle has any money owing on it at the Personal Properties Security Register
  • Check if it is a used import that it was not flagged on importation as being accident damaged or having an unreliable odometer
  • As stupid as it sounds, make sure the vehicle you are bidding on will do the job you want it to do
  • Get help if you're unsure about auction process, at TradeMe Help or ask me

Don'ts

  • Do not bid if you are unsure about the vehicle or the seller
  • Do not bid past your budget, as auctions are unconditional
  • Do not bid without researching the market and comparing to similar vehicles
  • Do not bid until you have read the listing from top to bottom and understood it
  • Do not be concerned if you are bidding against a new member - we were all new members once!