BCA Auction View

A question about : BCA Auction View

Does any kind MSEr have access to BCA's Auction View programme and would be willing to make some searches for me? I've paid for the Manheim one already, don't fancy shelling out another 15 quid :rolleyes:

Thanks in advance

Best answers:

• Yes, i'm a registered Motor Dealer with BCA...
• If you put up the details of what it is you are looking for, please try and narrow down makes, models, trim, gearbox, fuel etc, also which auctions you can go too, I will have a look for you.
• Thanks guys, we already got our new car now, got it from a Manheim instead last week If you need any searches on their system let me know, I have 2 weeks left on my sub. Thanks anyway!
• ...or it's free if you're in the trade...
• Thanks for stating the obvious, but not everyone wanting something searched for might be
• Easiest way is just to put your desired car up here, I can also look on BCA for you.
  MAKE
  Model
  Derivative
  Engine size
  Petrol or deisel
  Gears = manual, automatic or tiptronic/semiauto
  Registration years most interested in
  How much you have to spend
  colour (if important)
  BCA venue
  HOWEVER, my advice is that the auction price is very similar price to what you *should* get it for in the private sale market. But unfortunaltely private sellers always think they will get more for their car than what it's book value actually is. You will see this is the case when looking on autotrader. So theoretically it is better to buy privately than it is to buy at auction, because you have no excessive fees ontop and you can take your time examining and testing the car. The problem will be in explaining to the owner his car is not worth as much as he thinks it is.
  There are some sellers on autotrader who realise the true value of their car, and as a result it is better to buy your desired car privavtely than at auction.
  Having said that.....
  If anyone wants prices/auction info, the best way to get hold of me is by PM, Even that won't usually be instant, as I am busier these days.
• Hi steve,
  I got your pm but I don't really want to give my account details out openly, as Wig said if you list here what car you are wanting and the details above, I can gladly look at Manheim's auctions for you
• thanks,
  MAKE: BMW
  Model: X5
  Engine size: 3.0
  Petrol or deisel: Both can do
  manual or automatic: automatic
  Registration years most interested in: 2000-2003
  How much you have to spend: 10000-15000
  colour (if important): silver is the best, dont not matter too much
  BCA venue (you say Blackbushe)
  My email address:wuyunsong@gmail.com
• Hi Steve
  All 46 on offer sent to you by email along with guide prices for all x5 models, this looks pretty good, anyway, hope you find what you like
  Regards
  HC
  BMW X5 3.0 SE, 5 Doors, Estate, Petrol, Manual Transmission, Registered 29-05-2003 To be auctioned at Brighouse on 24-09-2007
  RegistrationRE03ZNR Registered29-05-2003ColourTITANIUM SILVER Mileage59,368Equipment* Service History * - 1 SVC PRINT AT 26K Alloy Wheels - 18" STAR SPOKE CD Autochanger Colour Coded - DOOR HANDLES Communication Pack Leather Trim - BLACK DAKOTA LocationBrighouse
  Click picture to enlarge
  CAPNewЈ33,300RetailЈ14,095CleanЈ11,850AverageЈ11,000Below AverageЈ10,150
• They look so naff as an SE don't they...?!
  We gave up buying them cos they took ages to sell cos there are too many X5's about!
• thanks, I will keep looking around still, but that is very helpful. Bridgehouse is a bit far, although.
• Distance is only a number....
• I did ok getting Ј19,995 for our 02 plate 3.0D Sport auto with 48k on it then lol
• Wow, that is great help. I was looking around and busy on selling my current car.
  After sold my car last Saturday and bought a small automatic for my wife, I am in comfortable position to hunt a car, which can drive for couple of years.
  Blackbushe is so closed to my office and I can just pop down there at lunch break, that is why I would like to have a look there.
  Long distance travel will push me in a position of must-buy, which I do not like it.
  I opened my mind a bit and looking for an old Porsche boxster as well. I looked at price on Ebay& Autotrader and had tested drive two already.
  It is nice and cheaper than I thought. I don’t have too much clue how much it cost in Blackbushe. But I believe it will be much cheaper in the auction, even after paying 500 to BCA. Do you mind help me check.
  MAKE Porsche
  Model Boxster
  Engine size 2.5L
  Petrol or deisel Petrol
  manual or automatic Automatic will be cool, manual is also considered
  Registration years most interested in 2000-2002
  How much you have to spend 10000-15000
  colour (if important) Red, does not matter too much
  BCA venue (you say Blackbushe) Blackbushe
  I know BMW X5 and Porsche boxster are totally different style. But be honest, they are both nice decent car and I love both.
  Appreciate your help.
  thanks
• This will definitely make me decide only buy from an auction nearby. Visit a auction site more than 100 miles. The feeling of not winning a car and go back home with empty hand will make me depressed.
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  Time to get up in the morning.
  miles
  hours driving
  extra cost
  Oh and Stevewu,
  keep in mind that when you buy at auction, there is usually no tax disc, so You either let them arrange delivery - 250quid or more
  You have a car trailer with you - or you go home and come back with one.
  You drive it out before 5pm closing time, and drive it home with no tax.
  Anyone else find the auctionview is not working today?[/quote]
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• Auction view has been ok. Its the damm Live OnLine Sales that can be a pain when the sound breaks just as you're about to bid lol
• Thanks for Wig reply with details. I think part of his replies are very helpful to everybody, so post it here.
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  The bid price includes VAT, but there is a buyers fee on top, depending on the bid price, if you phone them
  0845 600 6644
  You can ask what the buyers fee will be on bid of 15,000 & 16,000 It goes up in zones of bids for example
  15,000 - 15,350 BF = 350*
  15,351 - 15, 650 BF = 355*
  15,651 - 15,999 BF = 360*
  * I just guessed these amounts, but the increments are quite small in the region of £5 per zone, so if you ask what the fee is for 15,000 and for 16,000 that will give you an idea of what the BF will be.
  Confirm with them the following (just to be sure)
  *Is the bid price inclusive of VAT
  *What is the buyers fee for bid....
  *Is there VAT ontop of the buyers fee
  *You can also suggest to them that they put on their website full buying tems and conditions (unbelievably they are not there or are not easily found)
  *Also suggest to them that they put on the website the full list of standard buyers fees (also unbelievably not on their website)
  V5 transfer is £23.50 incl. VAT (rediculous , I totally agree, would rather post it myself to DVLA)
  Ways to pay at BCA - From 17th September
  * You can now pay by MasterCard and Visa credit cards (transactions attract 2% + VAT handling fee.)
  * You can still pay with cash but from 17th September, payments will incur a 1% + VAT handling fee.
  * You can continue to pay with NO transaction fees by -
  Debit Card (UK Maestro/Solo/Visa Debit and Electron)
  Cheque*
  Bank Draft*
  Telegraphic Transfer
  *vehicles released on cleared funds, or subject to BCA Account and credit limit status.
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