Cottees Auction of coin operated machines
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And there you go, all the banging on about in person auctions..... someone holds one and it's 'too far'.
It would appear to be a no-win situation, and in such a niche world you aren't going to get many 'having a go'.
It would appear to be a no-win situation, and in such a niche world you aren't going to get many 'having a go'.
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aristomatic wrote: ↑Thu Jun 09, 2022 5:55 pm Is this single collector machines plus any others now adding to it?
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If there was a particular machine I wanted I'd be there. Years back I attended the Salisbury one in that direction and came back with a few. For me it's a good way to go for a look. I think it's excellent that live auctions are back so it's a win win.
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Doesn’t matter where it is held in the country, not everyone will be happy. The key here on this is % rates, so good on Cottees… Sets a precedent IMO and you can attend if you choose… Maybe other auctions houses can be urged to change as well, including up north.
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Didn't another auction house have a number of machines consigned @ 10% buyers commission, fairly recently, but only on the machines? I think if I was consigning 30 odd machines to my local auction I would be negotiating some similar kind of deal to drive bids up and reduce my commission, especially in the current climate.
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I think the buyers % is 18% plus VAT.
And a few of the allwins look like they are similar to the ones in the Spicers sale.
And a few of the allwins look like they are similar to the ones in the Spicers sale.
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The buyers and sellers premium for this auction is 10% + VAT. Items can be bought online or in the room.
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Re: Cottees Auction of coin operated Machines
Yes this auction has been talked about (or planned) since they last had a few slots for sale during lockdown (10% fees). I was talking a while ago to a gentleman loosely connected to them and they were toying with the idea of regular auctions, so guys it's up to you whether it succeeds or not. My own personal opinion is that it's got to be better than online auctions, but then I am still living in the past according to my wife. By the way, for bandit collectors, some really nice ones entered.
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The commission charges are very misleading.
If you look at individual machines on their catalog it says 21.6% and 25.2% depending how you bid.
If you look at individual machines on their catalog it says 21.6% and 25.2% depending how you bid.
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I would agree paul, there is no better way to assess a machine than by carefully looking at it 'in the flesh' inside and out, but as you say this is a personal opinion and there are many happy to bid on line. Would be interesting if this auction house did have regular machine sales.paul wrote:My own personal opinion is that it's got to be better than online auctions
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Hi Cottees
Can you confirm any reserves are at least at the lowest estimate or below? Many thanks.
I see some more interesting items added today, including the Matthewsons Football game from Spicers auction earlier in the year, adding to a few others from that auction. They certainly move around.
Looking good so far
Can you confirm any reserves are at least at the lowest estimate or below? Many thanks.
I see some more interesting items added today, including the Matthewsons Football game from Spicers auction earlier in the year, adding to a few others from that auction. They certainly move around.
Looking good so far
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Those commission fees seem to be all over the place. Also only one day to view. That’s a pain because I’m there a few days beforehand. Should be an interesting auction though.
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Commissions are clear. They have also updated listings as well, as they must have be a default setting. One day viewing is common with auction houses, but I agree perhaps Cottees could have started the auction at 11 or even 12, given the distance many will travel on the day and open at 9 for viewing on the day of the auction. Not everyone can afford staying the night before. Also there are not 600 lots to go through (unless loads are dropped in at the last minute), so starting later would have made sense, as even a 1pm start, it would be finished by 3.. For me to get there for 9, would mean leaving at 5 in the morning.
Another odd one, whoever created the listings has not included standard keywords like “one arm band” or “slot machine”. As such, most will be missed by saved searches and people looking. Good for the buyers who are aware of course.
Another odd one, whoever created the listings has not included standard keywords like “one arm band” or “slot machine”. As such, most will be missed by saved searches and people looking. Good for the buyers who are aware of course.
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Thank you for your comments. We have taken your point into consideration and we are now starting the coin operated machines at 11.30am on 2nd July 2022 at lot 1.
For anyone wishing to view between now and the auction, just give us a call to arrange a viewing and we would be more than happy to accommodate.
For anyone wishing to view between now and the auction, just give us a call to arrange a viewing and we would be more than happy to accommodate.
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