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South Alabama Auto Auction Polices and Procedures
South Alabama Auto Auction (SAAA) is an auction service. SAAA serves as a mediator between buyer and seller. SAAA does not own or represent the vehicles offered for sale; individuals and dealers own the vehicles. The following policies are followed to create a safe and equitable marketplace for both buyers and sellers.
RED LIGHT-"AS IS" Vehicle is sold with no arbitration. Vehicles at a $1400.00 or less bid price are automatically "AS IS" #7
YELLOW LIGHT-"CAUTION" Seller must announce any items subject to arbitration. Buyer cannot turn down any vehicle for announced conditions.
GREEN LIGHT-"RIDE & DRIVE" Seller declares the vehicle mechanically sound as described in Policy #8 & 9
1. No one under the age of 16 will be admitted. Buyers must be 19 years old to bid.
2. Buyers must have a buyer badge worn visibly on their person. Badges are obtained by registering in the office.
3. All vehicles must have the proper Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate.
4. All taxis, police, and commercial vehicles must be identified prior to sale.
5. All vehicles with prior or existing salvage titles must be identified at time of sale.
6. Buyer's Agreement must be signed immediately by the buyer following purchase of vehicle. By signing buyer agrees to auction rules. A $200 cash deposit is required on the stand from the buyer at the time of purchase. All deposits are considered non-refundable.
7. "AS IS" vehicles are not subject to arbitration unless there is either major flood or frame damage. Vehicles sold for $1400.00 or less are sold "AS IS" and therefore not subject to arbitration. The buyer will be asked to proceed to the office and pay for the vehicle immediately.
8. "RIDE & DRIVE" vehicles must be test driven and/or arbitrated within one hour of purchase.
9. "RIDE & DRIVE" cars are represented by the seller (not SAAA). Arbitration is available on vehicles with major faults on motor or transmission only. If vehicle fails arbitration, the buyer will be refunded the $200 deposit previously placed on the vehicle. SAAA reserves the right to refund a deposit at its sole discretion.
10. Test drive vehicles on Wilcox Road only. Do not test drive inside auction lot or on the interstate. All cars must have a gate pass before leaving premises and are subject to trunk inspection.
11. Buyer and seller agree to handle all complaints and rejections through arbitration on sale night only. The decision of the auction is final.
12. All buyers will be charged a buyer's fee (according to the schedule shown below), a title application fee if applicable, and state and local tax when required by law.
13. All sellers will be charged seller's fee (according to the schedule below) and a registration fee.
14. A registration fee will be charged to the seller for each sale in which the vehicle is run.
15. Payment is due immediately after purchase. Cash is preferred; MasterCard & Visa are accepted with a 3% fee.
16. Vehicle and title will not be released to buyer until payment in full is received. Clear title must be presented at the office before payment is disbursed to the seller.
17. All sales must be cleared through the auction office. Sales on premises not cleared through office will result in the termination of both buyers and seller's auction privileges.
18. All vehicles left at the Auction are stored at the owner's risk. SAAA is not liable for theft or damage of any kind before, during or after the sale.
19. SAAA is not responsible for any damages or faults after the vehicle is paid for and/or has left the auction premises.
20. Buyer and seller agree to hold SAAA harmless from any and all litigation that may arise from transactions executed through SAAA. Should the auction be named in a suit, the buyer and/or seller agree to pay any and all attorney fees and court costs SAAA incurs from defending itself.
21. By registering a vehicle for sale, seller agrees to the auction policies.
22. By bidding on a vehicle, buyer agrees to the auction policies.
BUYER AND SELLER FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE