West Coast Shipping Offers Tips On Shipping A Car Bought From An Insurance Auto Auction

Online, May 25, 2010 (Newswire.com) - The shipping experts of West Coast Shipping are hoping to educate American consumers by offering tips on shipping a car bought from an insurance auto auction.

"Insurance automobile auctions are great places to get a good deal on a car, but the process can get tricky if you need to ship the vehicle overseas," notes Alex Naumov of WC Shipping.com. "Fortunately, we have put together the following list of tips for anyone hoping to buy and ship a vehicle from an insurance auction."

Car Auction Basics

When you decide to purchase a car from an insurance automobile auction you need to remember a few basics. First of all, you should always run a vehicle history report on the car's VIN number before you buy it. You should also consider purchasing an extended vehicle warranty, but be sure to be aware of scams and dishonest sales people.

Buyers Beware

At vehicle auctions you should always be careful. There are laws in the United States designed to protect consumers, but if you purchase a vehicle from outside the country then you might not be as protected. Most vehicles are being sold "as is," and you do not have the ability to have a mechanic look at the car before making a bid.

The Price you Pay is Higher then your Bid

When you are deciding on the maximum bid you are comfortable with, you should keep in mind that your total price will be higher then your bid. There is always a buyers premium, and depending on the auction you purchase a vehicle through, it can be anywhere from 5 to 15% of the winning bid.

Finding a Qualified Auto Shipping Company

After you win the auction, you are going to need to get the vehicle shipped to you. Before you hire an auto transporter you should find out if they have experience working with insurance auto auctions. You should also ask for a free estimate, and research the company online before signing any agreement.