Q:
When is your auction?
A: The OC Public Auto Auction is this Sunday, RAIN OR SHINE! Gates Opens at
9 AM for SILENT BIDDING and FINANCING on a first-come, first-served basis.
The LIVE AUCTION begins at 12 NOON Sharp! This is a live, public auction with
open bidding that is fun and profitable for the whole family.
Q: Where
do your cars come from?
A: These vehicles are previously owned lease returns, bank owned, seizures and consignments that are available for immediate liquidation.
Q: What
are my advantages in buying a pre-owned vehicle at the Orange County Public
Auto Auction?
A: The OC Public Auto Auction offers you quality cars, trucks, SUVs and vans,
that have been safety inspected and smog certified. Our vehicles are carefully
detailed before sale. Pre-owned vehicles from the OC Public Auto Auction sell
for substantially less than from other sources.
Q: How
long does the auction usually last?
A: It takes about 1 minute per vehicle to auction. The bidding lasts for
approximately 2 hours.
Q: How do
I know what is going to be sold at your next auction?
A: A free list of the vehicles is available on-line and at the sale.
Q: Can we
look at the cars before the auction?
A: All vehicles being auctioned are available for inspection on Sunday
morning, from 9 AM - 12 NOON.
Q: Is
there a fee to participate in the auction?
A: No. Registration and parking is free.
Q: How
long do I have to pay the balance of my purchase?
A: You have 48 hours from the time and date of the sale to pay the balance.
Q: Do you
finance purchases?
A: We offer financing during our silent bidding beginning at 9 AM Sunday
morning.
Q: How do
I register for the auction?
A: You must register at the auction facility on the day of the sale and obtain
a bidders card before inspection.
Q: Who is
eligible to purchase a car at the auction?
A: Any member of the public with a valid driver's license at least 18 years of
age is eligible to bid at the auction.
Q: Are
there warranties available?
A: For an additional cost a Service Contract may be purchased if the buyer
wishes. Wheelz and AutoSave are the service contract providers. We have
negotiated agreements with these vendors to be able to provide these Optional
Services to our Auction customers at a much lower rate than traditional plans.
Q: How do
I register my vehicle?
A: For your convenience, Public Motors completes all necessary paper
work, including DMV registration and transfer forms. Title and Registration
will be mailed in 60-90 days directly from DMV to the purchaser. Buyers
receive a temporary registration, which is valid for 180 days. A physical
address is needed for DMV registration. No P.O BOXES will be accepted.
Q: How
can I pay for my vehicle?
A: An $850 deposit is required at the time of the sale. You must pay for items
awarded to you in full within 24 hours from the time and date of the sale. You
must take delivery within 24 hours otherwise a $25.00 per day storage fee will
be assessed, unless otherwise specified in the contract. Public Motors accepts
U.S. currency; bank cashier's check; cashier's check issued by Federal or
State chartered credit unions; U.S. Postal Service or commercial money order;
traveler's checks, MasterCard, VISA, Discover and American Express. Personal
checks and Company checks are not accepted. For more information please review
the Terms and Conditions.
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