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How do LJ Auto car part and vehicle auctions work?
Each auction runs to a fixed end time and the highest bid when the clock runs out wins. Sellers set the starting price and the postage before bidding opens, so you know the delivery cost in advance. Auctions cover single parts, job lots, whole vehicles and salvage.
- Highest bid when the clock runs out wins
- Postage is set by the seller before bidding opens
- Parts, job lots, whole vehicles and salvage all appear
- New auctions go live as sellers create them
- Start your own for 29p, with no membership fee
- Fixed-price stock is in the shop instead
Nothing live at the moment
Auctions here are seller-led, so there are quiet periods between them. Rather than pad this page out, we will say plainly that none are running right now. The fixed-price shop and the community marketplace are both stocked, and if you tell us what you are after we will let you know when something suitable is listed.
What to check before you bid
An auction is a commitment, so do the checking first rather than after. Confirm the part number, or the engine or gearbox code on a mechanical unit — our guide to car part numbers explains where to find them. Read the condition statement, look for the damage in the photographs rather than hoping there is none, and note the postage before you decide what the item is worth to you.
Running your own auction
Listing an auction costs 29p, the same as a fixed-price item, with no membership fee. Auctions suit things that are hard to price — rare parts, job lots, whole vehicles — where letting buyers decide beats guessing. For everything else, a fixed price sells faster. See selling your car parts for how listing works.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about buying, selling and shipping car parts with LJ Auto.
How do the auctions work?
Each auction runs to a fixed end time and the highest bid when the clock runs out wins. Bids are placed on the item page, and the current bid is shown live. Auctions are listed by sellers, so new ones appear as they are created.
What can I bid on?
Whatever sellers have listed as an auction rather than at a fixed price — typically single parts, job lots, whole vehicles and salvage. Fixed-price stock is in the shop instead.
Who pays for delivery on an auction item?
The postage is set by the seller on the listing before bidding opens, so you know the delivery cost before you bid. You choose the destination; the rate is the seller's.
Can I start my own auction?
Yes. Create a free seller account and choose auction rather than fixed price when you list. Listing costs 29p per item with no membership fee.
What happens if nothing is live right now?
Auctions are seller-led, so there are quiet periods. Browse the fixed-price shop in the meantime, or tell us what you are looking for and we will let you know when something suitable is listed.