Buying
What type of inspection is performed on the cars?
We try to inspect as many cars as we can, although this is not always possible. We do however conduct detailed interviews with potential sellers about the car's history, origin and condition. All available information about the object is then included in the listing. The seller confirms with a binding signature via BankID that the information given in the auction listing is correct. It is there...
Read moreCan I contact the seller during the auction?
You can ask questions in the auction's comments field, where the seller is also given the opportunity to respond. To maintain good tone, all comments are moderated by us. If a comment is considered to violate our comment rules, it will not be approved.
Read moreHow can I see the reserve for an auction?
All reserve prices are hidden, so as not to affect bidding. You can see in an auction whether the reserve price has been reached or not, but we will not show any information beyond that. All bidding on Bidders Highway is by maximum bid so that you do not have to pay more than you have to. If your maximum bid is lower than the reserve price, you will place your maximum bid; if your maximum bid i...
Read moreCan I withdraw my bid?
All bids are binding and it is up to you as the bidder to ensure that you feel safe and comfortable placing a bid based on the information available. More about this in our terms and conditions.
Read moreWhat happens at the end of the auction if I have the winning bid?
As the winning bidder, you will first pay your fee to Bidders Highway, and once this has been done, Bidders Highway will digitally make an introduction so that you can get each other's contact information, to arrange how payment and delivery will take place.
Read moreWhat happens if the lot doesn't match the description given in the auction listing?
Bidders Highway facilitates auctions on our platform, but it is up to the bidder to form as good an opinion of the item as possible before placing a binding bid. It is further up to the seller to state and certify that the information in the listing is correct and that nothing of a material nature has been omitted.
Read moreCan I hold Bidders Highway responsible for the condition of the car?
Bidders Highway conducts interviews and collects documentation on each item and then ensures that this is clearly presented on our platform, but we do not take responsibility for the condition of the car. It is the seller's responsibility to provide accurate and truthful information about the item. This is then certified on honor and conscience, after which Bidders Highway produces the final li...
Read moreCan I contact the seller afterwards if the auction doesn't reach the reserve price?
If an auction ends without reaching its reserve price, the three highest bidders will receive an email with the opportunity to place a final bid within 24 hours to reach the object's reserve price. Note, it is first come, first served and the seller can choose to accept new bids directly via Bidders Highway. If the bidders choose not to take advantage of this opportunity, the seller can either ...
Read moreWhat does BUY NOW mean?
Some of our items are listed under the BUY NOW category. This means that the seller has chosen to list their car at a fixed price that guarantees a sale. These items have no set time limit. By being the first to click on BUY NOW, you can buy the item at the set price.
Read moreWhat's the difference between a max bid and a pre bid?
Before an auction goes live, there is always the opportunity to place a so-called advance bid on all items. This is a binding bid and will be displayed in its total amount when the auction starts.
Read moreCan I inspect the car during the auction?
You can always ask in the comments section if it's possible to come and view the car, but it is entirely up to the seller to grant a viewing. Note that buyers and sellers are prohibited from initiating separate negotiations on site as the item is handled exclusively by Bidders Highway during an ongoing auction.
Read moreHow currencies work
The currency in which fees are paid is determined by where an item has been accepted for sale. Items shipped within Sweden are valued, sold and paid for in Swedish Kronor (SEK). All additional fees for such items are in Swedish Kronor (SEK). The exchange rate quoted (e.g. Euro €) at the time of the auction is a current estimate and may vary depending on the time of sale.
Read moreHow much does it cost to buy a car on Bidders Highway?
The price you see when an auction is closed is the price the buyer pays the seller. In addition, the buyer pays a fee of 7.5% (VAT included) of the winning bid to Bidders Highway after the auction is closed. This fee is limited to a maximum of 75,000 SEK and a minimum of 5,000 SEK.
Read moreWhat happens if I don't want to go through with my purchase?
All bids are binding. You must approve this in order to place a bid. This means that the winning bidder's bid fee will not be refunded even if they withdraw from the purchase. More about this in our general terms and conditions.
Read moreI live abroad and want to export the car.
For bidders outside Sweden, we recommend that you check the import rules that apply to your particular country. There you will also clearly see what documentation is needed from the seller of the car on Bidders Highway for the export to be possible.
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