Bidding works in two ways depending on the type of sale.
For Timed Sales Lots will be available for bidding via the Lawsons website up until the advertised time. The exception to this is where bidding is extended on any lot.
For Live Call Sales Lots are open for absentee bidding through our online catalog until they are offered for sale, with bids executed by the auctioneer during the live sale. Telephone bidding is available via the form on each lot’s page, and in-person bidding is welcome at our Leichhardt auction rooms.
Once any sale is finished Successful bidders will be sent an invoice via email. This email contains collection instructions and deadlines, a link to our payment gateway and a PDF attachment of the invoice.
For Live Call Sales the pre-sale bidding will be available up until the lot on offer.
For Timed Sales bidding may be extended if any lot receives a bid within the last 5 minutes of the sale. When a bid is placed during this period, the lot will extend by an additional 5 minutes from the scheduled end time. If competitive bidding continues past the close time, the lot will be extended by another 5 minute interval. Buyers should refresh the catalogue regularly to stay updated on the current top bid.
In order to bid you will need to create an account via our Login Page.
Please navigate to our login page, enter your email address, click/tap on Forgot Password? and follow steps provided.
Sometimes the lot in question has a reserve that was not met. Other times, it does not reach what our auctioneer considers an acceptable bid price to be able to sell the item. All items at Lawsons are sold or not sold at discretion of the auctioneer.
Upon successfully bidding on a lot, each buyer is sent an email containing their invoice. Simply reply to that email letting the relevant department know who is collecting your items on your behalf.
If you are unable to collect your goods personally, Lawsons recommends a number of carriers here. Of course, you can have your purchases collected by your own choice of carrier.
Recommended Carriers
Accepted Payment Methods:
Credit Card: Utilise the unique payment link (“Pay Now” button) in your invoice email. Note that credit card payments incur an additional 1.5% fee.
Wallet: Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay. Note that wallet payments incur an additional 1.5% fee.
EFTPOS & Cash
Bank Transfer: Note that bank transfers may take up to 24 hours to clear in our account. Details provided on invoice.
In-Person Payments: Our reception staff can process payments via credit card, EFTPOS, or cash.
Business Hours: Our office is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
It is a good idea to note the measurements of any lot you are bidding on and ensure you are able to gain access to a vehicle appropriate for transporting that item.
Due to the nature of the auction business, collection instructions may vary for each sale. Important Sale Information, including specific collection terms and locations, will be provided on the catalogue page of each sale. It is essential for buyers to review and understand these terms before placing a bid.
Lawsons is committed to protecting the integrity of the auction process and as such all bids placed are final and cannot be retracted.
Please ensure you are totally satisfied with the information that we have provided in the description of items as well as any other information relevant to an auction including applicable shipping fees, pick up locations and premiums before you place any bids.
Lawsons staff are available to assist with queries regarding our auctions and auction processes. You can submit an enquiry via the catalogue online and our staff will be able to respond. You can also contact us via telephone during business hours (Weekdays, 8am-5pm).
Buyers are able to see their successful bids via the Active Bids page on the My Account menu.
Our Leichhardt auction rooms are open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Please note that we are not open on weekends or public holidays.
To get help with bidding outside of business hours, please go to the catalogue of interest and select ‘Request More Information.’ Provide a brief description of your query, and a member of our team will be in touch with you shortly.