Have you ever been to an early screening of a new movie? This is when you see the movie a day before it is released to the general audience. Going to an early screening event lets you see whether the movie is good or bad ahead of time (before spoiling it for your friends and family). This is similar to attending a preview day at Big Valley Auto Auction.
Although Big Valley Auto Auction doesn’t offer sneak previews to movies, we do offer sneak peeks of our vehicles to dealers interested in buying from us.
In this article, you’re going to learn what preview day is, when it takes place, its benefits for buyers and sellers, tips to maximize preview day’s features, and if preview days are available online.
After reading this article, you’ll have the information needed to decide if attending Big Valley Auto Auction’s preview day will benefit you.
What is Preview Day at Big Valley Auto Auction?
Big Valley Auto Auction’s preview day offers you a sneak peek of the inventory that will run on sale day.
When is Big Valley Auto Auction’s Preview Day?
Big Valley Auto Auction holds preview day every Wednesday from 9:00AM - 6:00PM.
What are the Benefits of Preview Day for Buyers?
For buyers, there are 5 benefits of Big Valley Auto Auction’s preview day:
Early View of Inventory
The major benefit of attending preview day is that it allows you to view every vehicle on our lot.
Test Drive
Preview days offer more than just looking at our inventory. You get the opportunity to put your hands on the vehicle, turn it on, and give it a test drive. However, you are only allowed to go no more than 8 MPH on our lot.
Establish a Budget
The benefit of viewing our inventory early allows you to realize if you’ll need to do any reconditioning, mechanical, or cosmetic work to the vehicle(s) you’re interested in. This also gives you a chance to check what the market value of the vehicle is. Being aware of how much you’ll potentially spend helps you set a minimum and maximum bidding limit.
Build Relationships with Auto Auction Staff
Familiarizing yourself with the auto auction staff and building rapport will help you navigate through the auction process more comfortably. Big Valley Auto Auction’s front counter staff and sales representatives are available to help with any questions you may have, to ensure you head into auction day with the proper knowledge.
Learn the Auction Process
For first-time buyers, the auto auction process may be confusing. Whether it’s understanding our light system or figuring out which lane your desired vehicle is running, attending preview day gives you the opportunity to learn more about how auto auctions work.
What Are the Benefits of Preview Day for Sellers?
While preview days offer a lot of benefits for buyers, it’s not just a one-way street. If you’re selling your vehicle at Big Valley Auto Auction, dropping off your vehicle earlier for preview day can benefit you in 2 major ways:
Condition Report
Bringing in your vehicle early allows a condition report to be written. A condition report will catch any flaws you may not have noticed, such as dents, scratches, or chipped paint. Condition reports also give online buyers the details they can’t see through a computer screen.
Visibility
The earlier your vehicle makes it to our lot, the quicker it will be visible to the in-lane and online audience before it runs on sale day. This helps increase your vehicle’s reach to viewers and increase interest in your vehicle.
Are Previews Available Online?
Yes. As units get registered, they get uploaded to our inventory list and are available to view. However, if you’re not registered with Big Valley Auto Auction, you’ll only be able to see 1 photo. In order to get a full preview, you must be registered with Big Valley Auto Auction.
Below is what you will be able to view if you are not registered with Big Valley Auto Auction.
How Can I Maximize the Benefits of Preview Day?
Not all auto auctions offer the benefit of a preview day. If you want to get the most out of your time at Big Valley Auto Auction’s preview day, you can use these 3 tips.
Take Notes
Having the chance to see our inventory early gives you the opportunity to document the following notes:
- Work that needs to be done to the vehicle.
- The vehicle’s run number and lane.
Making a list of any work that may need to be done, such as fixing the bumper or noise in the engine, will help you figure out what services you should request.
Knowing the vehicle’s run number and lane is vital, as it lets you know when the vehicle is running and where you need to be present to bid.
Check Book Value
Using MMR to check book value ahead of auction day helps you know whether the price the vehicle is being sold for is near its current value. For buyers, this lets you know how much you should expect to spend. For sellers, this informs you how much your vehicle is worth and to set a realistic price.
Set a Budget
Viewing vehicles early and knowing how much each vehicle costs will help you prepare your finances before attending. This will keep you from overspending and potentially receiving a Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) fee.
Should I Attend Big Valley Auto Auction’s Preview Day?
If you’re someone who prefers to see a movie on opening day with everyone else, then Big Valley Auto Auction’s preview day may not be for you. However, if you like to prepare a day in advance for events, then attending Big Valley Auto Auction’s preview day would be a good choice.
Whether you’re new to the auto auction industry or you’re just curious about what Big Valley’s preview day offers, you can use this article as a guide to help you decide if our preview day would benefit you and your dealership.
Now that you know the benefits of Big Valley Auto Auction’s preview day, here are the types of vehicles you can expect to see running through our lanes on sale day.
