TERMS FOR AUCTION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY

Note: This is a cataloged sale and lots will be sold in catalog order.


1. Purchases are cash, Visa/MC/Discover, guaranteed funds, or pre-approved personal checks. Bidder agrees that if paying by credit card they shall not attempt a charge-back for any reason whatsoever. Payment method for vehicles and equipment is guaranteed funds only: cash, cashiers check, money order or wire transfer only, no exceptions. Payment method for non-vehicles and non-equipment is cash, Visa/MasterCard/Discover or pre-approved check.


Payment: Immediately following the payment deadline, the credit card associated with your account will be automatically charged for the full price of your purchases. For this reason, it is imperative that you provide the Auctioneer with a credit card that can bear the weight of all of your purchases. Failure to do so will result in account suspension. You can update your credit card information at any time by clicking the "My Account" tab and choosing "Update Credit Card."

Chargebacks Prohibited: You agree that you will accept all charges placed on the credit card associated with your account, and you agree that you will not chargeback any amount that the Auctioneer charges to your credit card. You agree that this provision applies equally to amounts charged in connection with any items you have won.


2. All lots are sold subject to Connecticut State Sales Tax unless bidder has filled out a CONNECTICUT STATE SALES TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE and has such certificate on file with the Auctioneer.

3. If the Auctioneer determines that any bid is not commensurate with the value of the article offered, he may reject the same and withdraw the item from the auction. If, having acknowledged an opening bid, he decides that an advance is not sufficient, he may reject the advance. The Auctioneer reserves the right to bid on behalf of Buyers/Seller/Secured parties.

4. Ownership title passes upon the fall of the Auctioneer's gavel, and thereafter the property is at the risk of the buyer, and neither the seller nor the auctioneer shall be responsible for loss or damage.

5. Every item is sold "as-is, with all faults." Neither the Auctioneer nor the Seller makes any warranties or representations of any kind or nature with respect to said property. All sales are final. Catalog descriptions are for simple identification purposes only; no representations are made as to authenticity, age, origin or value. The Buyer relies solely on his/her own inspection and judgment when bidding.

6. All purchases shall be paid in full by date specified in the shipping and payment terms located in each lot. Any items not removed by that date shall be deemed abandoned by bidder and shall be disposed of at bidder's expense without recourse. Failure to make payment by payment deadline will result in forfeiture of items in the auction and may result in revocation of bidding privileges with the bidders account.

7. Purchasers are responsible for all costs involved with removal of their purchase and any and all damages incurred during removal of purchases. Shipping is considered a form of pickup. Shipping costs are non-refundable.

8. An 18% BUYER'S PREMIUM shall be added to the top bid to become part of the purchase price. BUYER'S PREMIUM DEFINITION: The Buyer's Premium is that portion of the commission(s) which is being paid by the Buyer. It is clearly understood and agreed by both the Buyer and the Seller that the Auctioneer and Broker represent the Seller only.

9. If you, the bidder, have not picked up by the pick up deadline, your items will be considered abandoned without recourse. Pickup time(s) are sharp, unless otherwise mentioned, no exceptions. All lots subject to storage fees at the discretion of the seller.

10. The highest approved bidder is determined to be the buyer. In all cases of disputed bids, the property shall be resold, but the Auctioneer will use his judgment as to the good faith of all claims, and his decision is final.

11. All bidders are required to register and give full identification prior to the beginning of the auction and are required to use the number issued them when identifying themselves as the successful bidder.

12. Should a dispute arise after the auction, the Auctioneer's records shall be conclusive in all respects.

13. This is a privately owned and operated auction. We reserve the right to refuse admittance to any person(s). No transfer shall be recognized from one buyer to another.

14. Bidder agrees to pay any and all charges and expenses incurred by reason of any breach of Terms and Conditions of auction, or in case of default, including, without limitation, reasonable attorney's fees, as well as any dollar deficiencies which may result in the resale of the property and the cost of re-marketing said property. Additional commissions shall be due and payable.

15. Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any property/item prior to auction.

16. Auctioneer reserves the right to extend auction date(s)/end time at the request of the Seller prior to auction ending.

17. Items are being sold as is without any express or implied warranties or claims of the serviceability of the item.

18. Buyers are responsible to make sure they receive everything at point of pickup. Buyers must take everything in the lot unless the lot description specifically states "Buyer's choice" or "Buyers may take what they want and leave the rest." Absolutely no complaints or adjustments shall be considered on any lots, for any reason whatsoever, once lots have been removed by buyer from auction site. You are solely responsible for the safe and timely pick-up and removal of any items you may win at this auction. If you are unable to safely pick up and remove your items during the removal times that have been scheduled for this sale, PLEASE DO NOT BID. The Auctioneer does not ship for all auctions, nor does the Auctioneer hold items beyond the published removal times. The Auctioneer will not issue you a refund if you are unable to pick up and safely remove your items during the published removal times.

19. Bidder does hereby indemnify and hold harmless the Auctioneer and Seller from any and all damages, claims, or liabilities from injuries to persons or property of any type whatsoever, caused before, during, or after the auction.

20. In event that description differs from photos, description takes precedence over photos.

21. Bidder gives permission for Auctioneer and those acting pursuant to its authority to photograph, video tape, or use any other electronic method of recording my likeness and/or voice to be used at the Auctioneer's discretion in auction-related publications and/or websites.

22.Known problems listed may not be the only defects. The Seller is not responsible for any defects not listed. All vehicles sold AS IS WHERE IS, with all faults. Vehicles may need jumpstart/battery in order to be removed or towed. Buyer is responsible to bring proper help, tools and vehicle/equipment to remove purchases - no additional help will be available.

23.Bidder agrees to the above Ter 24.The above-stated Terms and Conditions of Auction cannot be altered except in writing by all parties of the contract, or by verbal changes to terms give by the Auctioneer at time of auction.

25. All lots are subject to Seller Approval.

26. Bidder gives permission for Auctioneer and those acting pursuant to its authority to photograph, video tape, or use any other electronic method of recording my likeness and/or voice to be used at the Auctioneer's discretion in auction-related publications and/or websites.

27.Determination of Disputes. In the case of disputed bids, the auctioneer/broker shall exercise his or her best discretion in determining the resolution of claims, and such decision is final. Such decision shall not be the subject of any post-auction claims. Auctioneer/broker reserves the right to bid on behalf of buyers and/or sellers. No transfer shall be recognized from one buyer to another or to third-party transactions. In the event a dispute should arise after the auction, the auctioneer/broker's records shall be conclusive. Bidder agrees that litigation shall be conducted in Dutchess County, NY.

I have read, understand and agree to accept the above-listed Terms and Conditions of auction.