FDW Auto - Premium Cars & Auctions

How to Bid

Your step-by-step guide to winning your next vehicle at FDW Auto.

1

Create an Account

To start bidding, you need a registered account. Click on "Login/Register" in the top right corner and fill in your details. It's free and takes less than 2 minutes.

2

Browse & Choose Your Vehicle

Explore our live auctions. Use the filters on the "Vehicles" page to find exactly what you're looking for (Make, Model, Year, Price, etc.).

3

Place Your Bid

On the vehicle's page, click the green "Bid Now" button. Enter the amount you want to offer.

  • Your bid must be at least £100 higher than the current bid.
  • Once placed, your bid is reviewed by our team.
  • If you are outbid by someone else, you will receive an email notification.
4

Winning the Auction

If your offer is accepted, or you're the winning bidder, the vehicle is yours. Hurrah! You'll be asked to pay the full amount (including the service fee that is always displayed prior to bidding/offering) into our secure escrow account via bank transfer where your money will be safely stored until you collect your new ride.

5

Payment & Delivery

You can download your invoice from the "My Invoices" section in your account. Once paid, we will arrange the secure delivery of your vehicle directly to your door.

6

The safest way to buy Classics online

Buying a classic online can be a bit scary, we get it, and so trust is incredibly important to us and we prioritise transparency. At FDW Auto you're protected - you can buy safely and with confidence, knowing that the journey to your dream classic is assured and your money is 100% secure. Don't worry, we've got you covered.

Transact safely and with peace of mind

Buying a classic online can be a bit scary, we get it, and so trust is incredibly important to us and we prioritise transparency.

100% payment protection

When you buy with us here at FDW Auto, you'll be asked to transfer the full purchase price plus the service fee into our secure escrow account via bank transfer. Funds won't be transferred to the seller until you've got the keys, you're both happy, and we have confirmation that the vehicle handover has taken place.

100% guaranteed

We want you to be confident that the person you're dealing with is genuine, which is why every seller is subject to our rigorous identity checks before a transaction is completed. We also have a dedicated anti-fraud team in place to help stamp out any scammers, allowing you to buy with confidence.