ARBITRATION POLICY
SUBJECT TO ARBITRATION "UNLESS" ANNOUNCED
A. Auction policy does not permit monetary adjustments for verified arbitrable items, except at the seller's discretion. Upon verification of any arbitrable item, the sale can be voided. If an accepted adjustment is made, the unit automatically becomes "AS-IS" with no further arbiration for mechanical defects.
B. Frame damage or frame repairs must be announced. Buyer must report frame damage within 72 hours to auction. Frame damage from normal use such as scrapes, minor dents, jack damage, lift marks or minor transportation tie down marks not resulting from an accident are not subject to arbitration. Excessive frame rust is grounds for arbitration. Radiator support damage is not considered to be frame damage.
C. Cracked blocks must be announced on all vehicles selling for $2000 and up. Buyers must report cracked block to the auction within 72 hours from day of sale.
D. Defects in engine, transmission and differentials as detailed under "Selling Conditions" must be announced.
E. Air conditioning limited to compressor and condenser on three model years including current year.
F. Broken, replaced, repaired or altered odometers must be announced and sold "True mileage unknown" (TMU). Broken odometers must be arbitrated before the vehicle leaves the premises.
G. Vehicles over 100,000 miles or true miles unknown (TMU) must be announced.
H. No heater, non-standard engine or transmission, altered or missing, emission equipment, or major exception to original or advertised production specifications for items deleted or added, must be announced.
I. Air bag restraint systems missing or currently deployed must be announced. Buyers must arbitrate vehicles on sale day.
J. Vehicles sold for $1999.00 or less are sold "As is-Where is" regardless if originally sold under the "Green" light.
K. A mechanic is on duty to handle mechanical complaints. Should the arbitrator verify a covered problem, the sale can become void. No cash adjustments will be made except at seller's discretion. Although retail customers are permitted to arbitrate a vehicle after a mechanic's approval, it is assumed that a professional automobile person has the knowledge and experience to appraise a mechanical problem on the auction premises. Therefore, once a dealer removes a vehicle from the auction, arbitration will not be considered with the exception of frame damage and cracked blocks.
LIGHT SYSTEM
GREEN LIGHT: Seller represents vehicle to be sound and subject to all arbitration policies as described under "Selling Conditions." On recreation vehicles only engine, transmission and rear are covered. Exception: Vehicles sold for $1999.00 or less are sold "As is-Where is" regardless is sold under "Green Light"
YELLOW LIGHT: "Listen" used when making announcements or when a change in the brochure is in order. It is the sellers responsibility to make sure this light is lit when making announcements. It is the buyers responsibility to know the reason the yellow light is lit.
RED LIGHT: Vehicle is sold "As is with all faults" including a cracked engine block and damaged or rusted frame.
BLUE LIGHT: "Title Attached'
Assignable title does not accompany a car. May require ten (10) days, excluding Sundays and National Holidays, for the Auction to receive title from Seller. Buyer is cautioned not to spend any money on, not to Excessively Drive, not to Damage, and not to Sell any Title Attached unit until the title is received by the auction. After the ten (10) day period, special arrangements must be made with the Auction prior to the unit's return to the Sale. The Auction must be notified 24 hours prior to the car being returned to the Auction. If the title has been received by the Auction before the Buyer notifies of his intention to return the unit, the car cannot be returned. The auction will not become involved with any expenses the buyer may incur as a result of buying and or returning any title attached car.
MAROON LIGHT: DEALERS ONLY. The seller reserves the right to restrict selling to dealers only. Therefore the retail public are not permitted to bid.
NAVY LIGHT: Public Sale. All bidders are welcome.
ORANGE LIGHT: Over 100,000 miles or true mileage unknown (TMU).
TAGS AND TITLES:
In accordance with Penna. State Regulations, we are required to transfer the title into your name. Your only options are:
1. You may purchase new tags. You must have a valid drivers license as well as a valid insurance card in your name. Only original cards are acceptable.
2. You may transfer your plates if the expiration date is three months or more.
3. Pennsylvania residents desiring to transfer title without purchasing tags, must still pay Penna. Sales Tax. This process takes 4 to 6 weeks thru Harrisburg. However the Auction cannot guarantee delivery by any specific date.
4. Out of state buyers may purchase a transportation tag. You must provide a valid out of state drivers license and proof of insurance.
5. If you are a Dealer and the vehicle you purchased is sold with a 24 hour guarantee, title transfer will be delayed 24 hours. You may take the title immediately if you insist, however, the 24 hour guarantee is voided and the vehicle is "AS IS with all faults."
6. All Buyers must specify if titles are to be mailed. Otherwise titles will be held at Carriage Trade.
BROCHURES:
Brochures are distributed for the convenience of the buyer. Carriage Trade is NOT responsible for errors or omissions including odometer readings and equipment. The distribution of brochures does not relieve the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect the vehicle.
CONSIGNMENTS:
Space permitting Carriage Trade will accept vehicles for sale from individuals and dealers with favorable buyer history at Carriage Trade. Policy as follows:
1. All vehicles must be registered by 5:00 p.m. on the last business day prior to the sale.
2. All titles must be correct by Carriage Trade standards.
3. Substitutions may be made by 5:00 p.m. on the last business day prior to the sale.
4. Please remove all personnel property including license plates. Carriage Trade will not be responsible for the same.
5. Carriage Trade is not responsible for theft or damage while vehicle is in our possession; please keep insurance coverage until transaction is completed.
6. Consigned vehicle not sold at Auction must be:
A. Removed from the premises within two business days after sale.
B. Rerun at the next auction.
C. Subject to a $10.00 per day storage fee if neither A nor B is accomplished.