Create an account on our website. Then to start bidding, follow the straightforward registration process.
Your contact details are necessary as both a buyer and a seller for identity verification and to ensure effective communication.
Yes, a commission charge applies on our online machinery and equipment auction. This will be a fixed fee displayed on each individual lot.
A deposit may be required prior to bidding to ensure customer intent.
Absolutely, your deposit will be fully refunded if no purchase is made.
A credit limit helps manage your bidding, ensuring you stay within budget.
You can request to modify your credit limit this is subject to finance approval.
Yes. We can arrange a viewing of the listing with the sale before the online machinery and equipment auction.
The auction currency is specified in the auction details.
Payments can be made as outlined in the online machinery and equipment auction terms, usually via bank transfer or card.
Provide us with the finance details and ensure the company completes payment promptly. If you have arranged finance through Hammer Timed, you don’t need to do anything. We will sort it all for you.
Once your payment has been received we will organise a collection slot.
VAT applies as per tax laws; consult a tax expert for specifics.
It’s your responsibility to check the legality and completeness of such items.
📱 Can I bid from my phone or tablet?
Yes – while we don’t currently have a dedicated mobile app, the Hammer Timed website is fully mobile-optimised, giving you full access to our auctions on any smartphone or tablet. You can browse listings, register to bid, and place bids in real-time, all from the palm of your hand.
Our platform is designed to be fast, user-friendly, and accessible from any device. You’ll also receive real-time bidding alerts, auction updates, and notifications on the lots you’re watching — ensuring you never miss your opportunity to buy, whether you’re at home or on the go.
🚛 Can you help arrange transport?
Yes – Hammer Timed works with a trusted network of UK logistics and transport providers to help arrange collection and delivery of sold lots. Whether you’ve purchased a classic car, agricultural tractor, motorcycle, or construction plant, we can provide a competitive UK-wide transport quote tailored to your location and needs.
Buyers can request a transport quote directly through the auction lot listing page, or by contacting our team at info@hammertimed.com. We’re happy to assist in organising safe and timely delivery following the auction, making the process smooth and stress-free.
Hammer Timed is based in the North West of England, but our auctions reach buyers and sellers across the entire UK and internationally. All our auctions are hosted online or off-site, meaning vendors can sell directly from their location. This makes us a truly nationwide auction platform for everything from classic cars to farm machinery and construction plant.
Yes – Hammer Timed takes care of all the essential paperwork involved in your sale. Once your item sells in our online or onsite auction, we manage the buyer invoicing, VAT compliance, payment collection, and ownership transfer (including DVLA notification for vehicles). Whether you’re selling a classic car, agricultural machine, or construction equipment, we ensure the entire process is handled professionally and legally, so you don’t have to worry.
Hammer Timed hosts live off-site auctions at select venues and events across the UK. These auctions offer a traditional bidding experience with modern marketing and a wide reach. Unlike many others, our live auctions are held on location, meaning items are sold from the vendor’s site or event venue, reducing handling and transport costs.
Here’s how it works:
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✅ Vendors enter items in advance via our online entry form or by contacting our team.
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✅ We market the lots through our website, email campaigns, and social media to attract the right buyers.
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✅ On auction day, buyers attend in person. Bid live and/or Online, depending on the setup.
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✅ Once the hammer falls, we handle all invoicing, payments, and ownership transfer.
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✅ You get paid once funds clear, and buyers arrange collection or delivery.
Our live machinery and vehicle auctions are ideal for clearance sales, events, or when visibility and urgency are key. All sales are no sale, no fee, and we manage the process from start to finish.
At Hammer Timed, you can sell a wide range of vehicles, equipment, and automotive items through our UK online auction platform. Whether you’re a private seller, collector, or business, we make it easy to list and reach thousands of active buyers nationwide.
We accept:
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✅ Classic cars and vintage vehicles – barn finds, restorations, sports cars, and collectors’ models
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✅ Motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters – from rare vintage bikes to modern rides
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✅ Farm machinery – tractors, balers, ploughs, spreaders, and more
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✅ Construction equipment – diggers, dumpers, telehandlers, breakers, and mini excavators
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✅ Commercial vehicles – vans, pickups, 4x4s, fleet disposals, and recovery trucks
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✅ Tools, spares & memorabilia – garage equipment, workshop tools, tractor parts, automobilia, and rare finds
We welcome single items, entire collections, and trade clearances. Our platform offers global reach, competitive commission, and a no sale, no fee guarantee.
No, there are absolutely no listing fees at Hammer Timed. We operate a no sale, no fee auction model, meaning you only pay a commission if your item successfully sells.
Whether you’re selling a classic car, vintage motorcycle, agricultural machinery, or construction equipment, it’s completely free to list your item on our platform. There are no hidden charges or upfront costs.
Our UK online auction platform offers sellers a risk-free way to reach serious buyers, with expert support, nationwide promotion, and global exposure. If your item doesn’t sell, you pay nothing.
To sell your classic car, farm machinery, commercial vehicle, or construction equipment, simply use our online auction entry form that can be found under the Sell with us tab It’s quick, easy, and completely free to list – you only pay if your item sells (no sale, no fee).
Upload clear photos, enter key details like make, model, year, and condition, and our experienced team will handle the rest. We’ll create an attractive listing, manage the online auction process, promote your item to targeted buyers across the UK and internationally, and deal with all buyer enquiries.
Whether you’re selling a vintage tractor, a modern pickup, or a barn-find classic, Hammer Timed makes it simple. Our team is here to support you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth, hassle-free sale.
Our timed online auctions allow buyers to place bids over a set period – usually 3 to 5 days. Every listing includes high-quality images, detailed descriptions, and optional walkaround videos. All items remain at the seller’s location until sold, eliminating unnecessary transport costs. Bidding is simple, secure, and accessible from anywhere. For a full overview of our timed auctions click here
✅ What does Hammer Timed do?
Hammer Timed Ltd is a UK-based auction platform offering online and onsite auctions for agricultural machinery, classic and modern cars, motorcycles, construction equipment, commercial vehicles, and automotive memorabilia + much more. Our auctions are designed to help sellers reach a nationwide and global audience with no sale, no fee listings.
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