Buyer’s Premium & Payment

A Buyer’s Premium of 18% will be added to the hammer price of each lot.

Accepted forms of payment include cash, ACH, wire transfer, approved business check with bank letter of guarantee, and major credit cards. Credit card payments are subject to a 3.5% processing fee. This fee is separate from the Buyer’s Premium and is non-refundable.

No merchandise will be released until the invoice is paid in full.

Sales Tax

Applicable sales tax will be charged unless a valid resale or exemption certificate is provided. Sales tax applies to the hammer price and Buyer’s Premium, but not to credit card processing fees.

Registration

All bidders must register before participating in an auction. Registration may require full name, permanent address, phone number, email address, valid payment method, and government-issued identification.

For new or unverified bidders, Captain’s Auction Warehouse may place a temporary authorization hold of up to $100 on the credit card provided. This is a verification hold only and is not a charge.

International bidders are welcome but must make prior arrangements with our office before bidding.

As-Is / Where-Is

All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no warranties expressed or implied. Descriptions, photographs, and catalog listings are provided for convenience only and are not guaranteed.

Bidders are encouraged to inspect items before bidding. No refunds, returns, deductions, or chargebacks will be accepted based on condition, description, photos, or buyer expectations.

Ownership & Risk of Loss

Once the auctioneer declares an item “SOLD,” ownership and risk of loss transfer to the buyer.

Pickup, Removal & Storage

Buyers are responsible for removing purchased items at their own expense, risk, and liability.

Unless otherwise stated in the auction-specific terms, items must be removed within the removal period announced for that auction. Items left beyond the stated removal period may be subject to storage fees, penalties, or abandonment.

Captain’s Auction Warehouse reserves the right to charge storage fees for items not removed on time. Items left for an extended period may be deemed abandoned without refund.

Shipping & Transportation

Buyers are responsible for all shipping, transportation, handling, customs duties, taxes, brokerage fees, export requirements, documents, and related costs.

Captain’s Auction Warehouse may offer palletizing, packaging, and shipping coordination services depending on the size and weight of the item. Please contact our office for availability and quotes.

Default / Non-Payment

If a buyer fails to pay an invoice in full, Captain’s Auction Warehouse may charge the card on file, resell the item, apply storage or late fees, suspend or revoke bidding privileges, and hold the buyer responsible for any deficiency, fees, costs, or collection expenses.

Want to sell items on consignment? Captain’s Auction Warehouse accepts coin-operated equipment, arcade games, pinball machines, vending equipment, collectibles, art, antiques, and other unique items for special consideration. All consignments are subject to approval. Please contact us directly for current rates, fees, limitations, and scheduling.

Consignments

a. We accept approved auction consignments Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm.

b. We do not accept consignments on the day of the auction unless prior arrangements have been made.

c. Commission rates, entry fees, reserve fees, transportation costs, labor, pick-up fees, premium service fees, and other applicable charges may apply and will be disclosed or agreed upon before acceptance of the consignment.

d. All items are presumed to be sold without reserve unless otherwise agreed in writing. Any approved reserve may be subject to additional terms and fees.

e. Consignors may not bid on their own items, directly or indirectly, including through agents, representatives, friends, family members, employees, or affiliated parties.

f. If a consignor or anyone acting on their behalf places the winning bid on their own item, the transaction may be treated as a completed sale, and applicable buyer and seller fees may be charged.

g. All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no warranties or guarantees expressed or implied. Captain’s Auction Warehouse makes no guarantees or representations regarding value, condition, authenticity, market demand, or final selling price.

h. Consignor payments are remitted after the auction is completed and full payment has been received from the buyer.

i. Unsold items must be removed within the time specified by Captain’s Auction Warehouse. Items left beyond the designated pickup period may be subject to storage fees or deemed abandoned.

j. Captain’s Auction Warehouse may photograph, video, list, advertise, and promote consigned items for auction, marketing, and promotional purposes.

k. Additional terms may apply. Please contact Captain’s Auction Warehouse or review the full Consignor Terms & Conditions for complete details.