This bidder contract is between the person, who registered to bid via this online platform ('bidder'), and Rainier New Era. Bidder agrees that the terms summarized on bidder’s registration, which is set forth fully upon their agreement to register with this auction platform, that they are accepting of auction rules in their entirety and agree that it is bidder's responsibility to obtain and read these rules prior to bidding on any items. Bidder agrees to be legally bound by these rules.
Fee schedule:
- Buyer's premium of 15% is added to the high bid price on each item.
- Payment is expected upon receipt of invoice (unless bidder has contacted Rainier New Era by e-mail or phone call to arrange a cash payment when item is picked-up).
- If Buyer has arranged for cash at pickup, and fails to appear at their designated time for payment/pick-up, then they will be automatically charged by credit card for their invoice amount.
- Item(s) must be picked up by appointment and on designated dates/times.
- Buyer is responsible for packing, loading, moving, lifting, and carrying their item(s) off the premises. No staff is available to assist.
- Storage fees of up to $100 per item may apply for items not removed from auction site by removal deadline. A storage fee will apply If special arrangements must be made to accommodate a customer pickup after the removal deadline.
- Rainier New Era reserves the right to disallow participation in future auctions for bidders who fail to make payment or pick-up their winning item(s).
- Local state, city, and county sales tax applies to all purchases.
- International bidders are not eligible to participate in auction.
- Other requirements may be added as determined by Rainier New Era.
- Items are accepted by Bidder to be in an “as is†and “where is†condition.
- Bidder is responsible for shipping costs. Shipping will be added to invoice once auction is completed. The minimum shipping cost will be $10.00. All shipping costs will be determined based on weight and size of package and current postage costs. If shipment is greater than $100 value, then a small additional charge will be added at the cost of the buyer, for protection of the item(s) are lost or damaged during shipping.
Bidder's responsibility:
I agree that it is my responsibility as BIDDER to review each item before bidding, and I acknowledge that Rainier New Era makes no guarantee or warranties, either expressed or implied, as to the condition of the items. As a bidder, I agree that description or statement in the auction online site is a guide and Rainier New Era makes no guarantee of the accuracy of the descriptions. I understand that all items being auctioned are in an as/is/whereis condition and I accept items in these conditions.
After I win a bid, I understand that all risk of loss and damage passes to me, even though I may not have yet paid for the item. I agree to guard my item accordingly. I understand that if my item(s) is not removed from auction site by deadline stated for auction pick-up, I will be subject to a storage fee not to exceed $100 per item per day. I give Rainier New Era the right to sell my item(s) at an upcoming auction to cover cost of storage if outstanding invoice has yet to be paid or I have not picked up the item(s). I agree that I will pay the remaining storage due if auctioned item does not cover storage fees in entirety.
I, the Bidder, understand I will be liable for payment of sales or use taxes which may become due for failure to comply with the provisions of federal, state, and local tax codes for any items sold as tax exempt or for resale. I understand that it is a criminal offense to give an exemption certificate to the seller for taxable items that I know, at the time of purchase, will be used in a manner other than that expressed in this certificate and, depending on the amount of tax evaded, the offense may range from a class c misdemeanor to a felony of the second degree.
I understand that complete payment is due on date of sale (and within 48 hours of auction close) with cash, or credit/debit card. All items must be paid in full and no item(s) may leave the premises until invoice is paid in full. I understand that if payment is not received within 48 hours that my registration will be revoked and I will not be able to participate in future Rainier New Era auctions.
Additional Terms:
Bidder acknowledges responsibility for any personal injury or property damage caused by bidder, bidder's guests, or agents. Bidder agrees to hold Rainier New Era harmless from any personal injury to himself or his agents and any property damage incurred on auction premises. Bidder releases Rainier New Era and the seller from all liability connected with the removal and transportation of purchases and all future uses for the goods purchased herewith. Bidder also agrees that by registering for an auction, Bidder understands and agrees to receive advertisements by email, regular mail and phone call or text message. Bidder understands that text and phone charges may be charged by their service provider.
Rainier New Era reserves the right to remove items from auction or skip items once auction has begun. In the event an item is removed from auction or skipped any Prebid’s/absentee bids will be void. All announcements made by Rainier New Era shall supersede any listed material.
Rainier New Era reserves the right to revoke bidder number and bidding privileges from registered bidder and have that individual and their parties leave the auction site. Bidder will be responsible for payment of any bids placed prior to revocation. Photography, video & audio recording is used on premises and will be used for security and/or promotional purposes.
Purchaser will be responsible for the transportation, removal, breakdown, arranging, shifting, loading, and securing of load for any items purchased. It is the buyer's responsibility to have inspected the item and determined the condition, year, model, serial number, and mileage of the item and if information is not listed, it is Bidder's responsibility to request additional information prior to bidding and auction close. Rainier New Era does not guarantee any item descriptions as accurate. By agreeing to the terms of the auction you agree to the complete rules of auction.
Any payment is due immediately upon receipt of invoice. For any Buyer who does not pay within 48 hours of invoice received, that Buyer is considered slow to pay and Rainier New Era reserves the right to ban that buyer from bidding at any future auctions. No invoices will be split to multiple invoices. No items will be released until invoice or invoices are paid in full.
