Arbitration Rules

West Quincy Auto Auction General Policies

• Only licensed motor vehicle dealers or their authorized representatives may do business.

• Retail customers are not allowed on auction premises

• All vehicles consigned must be offered for sale on the auction block

• All vehicles must be paid for on sale day

• No drafts are allowed

• It is the responsibility of buyers to observe the flashing announcement light and be aware of all announcements made from the auction block

• Title Attached Sales: Selling dealer has 15 days from sale date to supply title to the auction. Buyers: do not sell or repair these vehicles until you receive the title

• The auction is not a part of the contract of sale. The contract is between the seller and buyer only.

• The auction reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.

• All vehicles are at owner's risk. The auction is not liable for any damaged or stolen items, including, but not limited to ratios, keys, and after market equipment.

• The auction assumes absolutely no responsibility for odometer mileage or the validity of the mileage statement provided by the seller.

• No sale is final until the auction is paid. If any car is not accepted by the buyer, the car reverts back to the seller.

• Buyers are bound to all "ifs" till 12:00 the next business day

• Buyer is responsible for verifying serial number, model, year, and mileage reading on purchases before leaving sale. No vehicle will be offered for sale without VIN Plate intact.

Arbitration

• Any arbitration  must be initiated within one (1) hour, unless otherwise specified.

• The arbitrator has the right to make a judgment call that may differ from the published policies, under certain circumstances.

• In all cases the arbitration decision is final.

Ride and Drive

• One (1) Hour to Ride and Drive any vehicle selling for $2005 or more only!

• Air conditioners are not covered

• Any and all visible defects including body or hail damage, and cracked windshields are not arbitratable

• Any visible dash light at time of sale are not arbitratable

• Seller guarantees vehicle does not require mechanical repairs in excess of $600 mechanical parts. (Arbitrators' decision is final)

Auction Guarantee

• Auction guarantees are vehicles selling for $2005 or more only!

• Seller guarantees engine (bearings, crank, heads, block), transmission (no slips, no major leaks), -differential and driving axles (no bearing noise). Repairs on these items cannot exceed $600 mechanical parts. (Arbitrators' decision is final).

Not Guaranteed by Auction Guarantee

• Any visible light

• Spare tires and jacks

• Alternators

• Lifter noise

• Air Conditioners

• Steer racks

• Backlash or U-joints

• Electrical system

• Windshield with visible cracks

• Brakes and front suspension

• Backlash in FWD vehicles

• Drive axle boots

• Blow by (engine)

• Tires

• Any repairs under $600 mechanical parts included on guaranteed units

As Is

• AS IS means no guarantee to mechanical condition. No exceptions

• Vehicles selling for $2000 or less are sold AS IS regardless of selling light. Vehicles with previous salvage history are sold AS IS

• All off block sales are sold as is

• Recreational vehicles, boats, motorcycles, municipal vehicles, antique cars, trailers, and outboard motors are considered AS IS.

Must Be Announced....Before Sold By Seller

• Title Attached (all states)

• Salvage or previous salvage titles (all states)

72 Hour to Arbitrate (if not announced at the time of sale)

• Flood vehicles

• Frame, Unibody and Structural damage

• Cracked blocks only

• Arbitrator's decision final

• All guarantees are those of the seller only. West Quincy Auto Auction makes no warranties implied or expressed.

Effective January 2011