BCA Buyers Fee

[surveyor]

Contemplating buying a car from Auction. Got a fairly specific marque and model in mind, which may or may not be in budget.

First question though, BCA seem to by rather shy about their buyers fee's. Anyone any idea what it would be on a £5 - £6k purchase?

[surveyor]

Yes they do - otherwise it would be on the website surely, especially as they emphasise how straightforward it is for the private buyer...

I will call them today, but difficuly to get an answer on a sunday eve..

Thanks.

[surveyor]

I did not say evasive I said shy.

I stand by this, as despite the plentiful references to the charges on the website, they don't give the actual charges.

When posted on a Sunday evening I don't think they would have answered the phone.

[surveyor]

Thanks to posters above

Anther newbie question.

I have been quoted a guide price. Are these based on a specific model and mileage, or based on someones opinion of a specific vehicle?

Is there a general trend to go over or under?

Cheers

David

[surveyor]

POORCARDEALER said:

There has been some issues recently regarding private buyers taking legal action against auction houses regarding pups they have bought been unfit for purpose etc, apparantly with backing of Trading Standards.

I'm looking at an ex-lease car which hopefully minimises my risk - not keen on picking up a car that has been chucked into an auction because it's a problem.

But I know I'm taking a risk... Provided what I pay vs retail value gives me the fund that I expect, then worst case scenario is it ain't the bargain that I hoped for.

[surveyor]

Well I am just back.

Clearly I was spotted as a newbie, but no one (as far as I know!) took the piss, and I felt looked after.

Now the proud owner of a 520d 07 on 115k, having just had a service and four new tyres. One owner, ex-lease car.

The experience was daunting at first, but quite enjoyable. Time will tell as to whether it is a mistake, but I am happy with the car and everything seems to be as solid and firm as should be.

[surveyor]

Defcon5 said:

How much did you get it for then Surveyor?

£6050 with buyers fee £6450 or thereaboutd

Edited by surveyor on Saturday 14th April 22:47