auction rules

Cape Town Live Auctions hosts live Facebook auctions where bidders can take part directly in the comments during the auction. Each auction includes numbered lots, clear bidding activity, and a countdown handled by the auctioneer.

Upcoming auction dates and times are shared in advance, so bidders can see when the next auctions are taking place and plan ahead. Item lists are also made available before the auction where possible, giving bidders time to review the lots, check model numbers where needed, and do their research before placing a bid.

Registration is not required to participate in a Cape Town Live Auctions Facebook auction. However, by placing a bid, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted the auction rules and terms.

To bid, simply post your bid in the comments and clearly include the lot number you are bidding on. The auctioneer will run the auction, manage the countdown, and confirm the winning bid. The highest bid at the end of the countdown wins the lot.

Once you win a lot, you must immediately send Cape Town Live Auctions a WhatsApp with your name and surname, contact number, and preferred collection date and time.

• Sunday 21 June 2026 18:00
• Monday 22 June 2026 18:00
• Tuesday 23 June 2026 18:00
• Sunday 28 June 2026 18:00
• Monday 29 June 2026 18:00
• Tuesday 30 June 2026 18:00

Each auction is made up of numbered lots. The lot number must be included clearly when placing a bid in the Facebook comments.

Winning a lot is a legally binding agreement between the Buyer and Cape Town Live Auctions. All items are sold as is, with no warranties or guarantees.

A 15% VAT charge will be added to the final bid amount. No commission is charged.

All sales are final. No refunds, exchanges, or returns will be accepted under any circumstances.

Payment is strictly cash on collection or EFT by prior arrangement with Cape Town Live Auctions.

Goods will not be released until EFT payments have cleared in full.

Please note that no card facilities are available.

All goods must be collected from Epping II before 13:00 on the first Saturday following the auction.

Collection is only available during the following times:

Monday: No collections
Tuesday: 12:00 to 17:00
Wednesday: 12:00 to 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 to 17:00
Friday: 10:00 to 16:00
Saturday: 09:00 to 13:00

If you cannot collect in person, you may arrange a courier. You must notify Cape Town Live Auctions immediately after winning your first lot if a courier will be used.

The bidder is responsible for arranging and paying the courier. Courier items are packaged on Wednesdays, and dimensions and weight will be provided once packing has been completed. Couriers can only collect from Thursdays.

Items not collected by the required deadline may be subject to storage fees of R250 per day.

Cape Town Live Auctions may also resell uncollected items without refunding the deposit, where applicable.

NON-PAYMENT OR DEFAULT

Failure to pay, cancelling bids, or failing to collect goods may result in a 15% penalty fee or being banned from future auctions.

By bidding, you agree to honor your purchase and comply with all auction terms.

The auctioneer may request a deposit at any time during the auction.

Once a bidder’s total exceeds an amount decided by the auctioneer, a minimum deposit may be required immediately. The deposit amount will also be decided by the auctioneer.

Failure to pay the deposit when requested will result in disqualification from bidding. If goods are not paid for or collected by the required deadline, the deposit will be forfeited.

All new bidders may be required to pay a deposit, with the amount determined by the auctioneer.

The auctioneer reserves the right to reject or cancel any bid, resolve bidder disputes, reopen or withdraw any lot, and correct bidding errors at their sole discretion.

Bids placed in error remain the responsibility of the bidder.

By placing a bid in a Cape Town Live Auctions Facebook auction, you confirm that you agree to all auction rules, payment requirements, collection terms, and buyer responsibilities.