Questions & Answers
Quick answers to the most important questions about auctions, process and usage.
Auction Process
All auctions start with a starting price. Participants place incrementally higher bids. The highest bidder wins the auction when it ends. In auctions with a minimum price, the highest bidder wins if the minimum price is exceeded. If a bid is placed in the last minute, the auction is automatically extended by one additional minute.
Register for free on our platform. After registration you can immediately participate in all ongoing auctions and place bids.
Go to the registration page and follow the steps. Registration is free and only takes a few minutes.
Only a person who would acquire the respective auction item as an entrepreneur within the meaning of § 14 BGB may place bids on ab-auction. Registration is open only to such users. Details are governed in particular by sections I and II para. 1 of our General Terms and Conditions.
Registration and participation in auctions is free of charge. No additional fees apply for buyers.
Costs & Fees
Our auctions take place on a regular basis. You can find current auctions and their end dates on our homepage under "Soon ending auctions".
Yes, viewings are possible by appointment. Please contact us to arrange a viewing.
Watching & Winning
Click the heart icon in the upper right corner of a machine to add it to your observations.
You will be notified by e-mail as soon as the auction ends and you are the highest bidder.
Payment & Collection
Payment is due within 7 working days after the auction ends.
Bids are generally binding. If you have any questions, please contact our support team.
Once payment has been received, you can collect the machine at the location. You will receive the exact details by e-mail.
Yes, we are happy to assist you with arranging transport. Please contact us for a quote.