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When it is time to sell your classic or exotic vehicle, we recognize that you have many options for how to sell your special vehicle. With the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction this week, we wanted to point out the benefits of consigning your vehicle with GR Auto Gallery rather than consigning with a large auction house.

 

Auctions are quick. Other than viewing the docket and additional pictures of the vehicle online or in the print edition, or viewing the vehicle in person on auction day, there are not many opportunities for prospective buyers to fall in love with your vehicle before the live auction. We take over 100 pictures of each vehicle that comes into our facilities and list them on many popular automotive marketplace websites such as Hemmings,eBay Motors, Cars.com, CarGurus, AutoTrader, and more! In addition to this, we are open to the public meaning that prospective buyers can come to look at the vehicle anytime during our business hours and get assistance from one of our dedicated salespeople.

 

 

At all four of our locations, we have a dedicated sales team that shows up to work every day ready to sell your vehicle. Each salesperson is assigned a portion of our inventory ensuring that that salesperson understands the ins and outs of your vehicle. They work hard to make sure that no lead is unfollowed and that we earn top dollar for your vehicle. Additionally, they will work with you to properly represent your vehicle professionally. At a major auction house, there will simply be a brief introduction to your vehicle as well as a small write-up found in the docket then it’s straight into the action.

 

Major auction houses require the seller to provide their descriptions of the vehicle going up for sale. If you are a fantastic writer, this is no obstacle but not everyone can create an informative and compelling description for their vehicle. Here at GR Auto Gallery, we have a dedicated staff of car guys who have been writing descriptions of countless makes and models for many years. Not only does this take the pressure off the seller having to spend their personal time composing a description but having someone who has written many descriptions write your vehicle’s description, will lead to a very professional and compelling description that accurately represents your vehicle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lastly, auction houses take a set commission of the selling price which is often around the 8% mark. We do not work on a percent-of-sale basis. Rather, we consign vehicles on a net-to-seller model in which all our consignors set the price they want for their vehicle, and we add on a bit to keep our lights on. The main difference is we must work to earn our commission whereas auction houses aren’t working to get you top dollar as the auction house will be paid regardless due to their guaranteed percentage. For example, if you would like $75,000 for your vehicle, we may list the vehicle for $79,900. In addition to the set percentage the auction house will take, there is often an intake fee. We also have an intake fee, but that fee covers professional photography of your vehicle, the previously mentioned description, and storage in our facility for the length of the contract. We also offer detailing services for an extra charge to make sure that your vehicle is represented in the best way possible without adding an additional task onto your plate before bringing the vehicle in for consignment. At GR Auto Gallery we are a full-disclosure dealership. Once your vehicle sells, you will receive a copy of the bill of sale, a copy of the title, and funds usually within 48 hours after we have settled the deal. Not only does this ensure we do everything above board, but it also allows the seller to reach out to the new owner if they choose to.

 

If you have any questions regarding our consignment process, we’d love to hear from you! Visit our consignment page found here or give us a call at 616-855-6600.