antokid1771 0 Posted August 12, 2019 (edited) New to this forum so hello, has anyone bought off the seller carswithnoreservereading previously known as sterling cars? I see thay have 99% positive feedback but a quick search on google tells a very different story. Edited August 12, 2019 by antokid1771 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mojo121 229 Posted August 12, 2019 Must have had about 5 off of them now. I think the bad reviews are just made up by others who’ve had rival businesses. That must be what keeps the prices down. Everyone I’ve had has been exactly as described and, between us, well, those on this forum, I’ve made a packet on them! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
antokid1771 0 Posted August 12, 2019 53 minutes ago, Mojo121 said: Must have had about 5 off of them now. I think the bad reviews are just made up by others who’ve had rival businesses. That must be what keeps the prices down. Everyone I’ve had has been exactly as described and, between us, well, those on this forum, I’ve made a packet on them! I've read they bid on the cars themselves, so I've had a look at the bidding on a few cars I've watched and it's pretty obvious there's something fishy going on, still selling cheap though just want to know if the cars are generally ok and as described. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHM 994 Posted August 13, 2019 I’ve not had first hand experience but I believe they are. I’ve been told they pay-out on claims under their unofficial ‘warranty’ for about 3 months. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lakeside 94 Posted August 13, 2019 I’ve watched them for a few years and watched them buy at bca. A lot of their cars seam to sell for less on eBay than what they paid themselves at auction. Makes no sense to me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
antokid1771 0 Posted August 13, 2019 (edited) 22 minutes ago, Lakeside said: I’ve watched them for a few years and watched them buy at bca. A lot of their cars seam to sell for less on eBay than what they paid themselves at auction. Makes no sense to me I've been watching closely last few days, a car sold for 5k on the 11th 6pm, good feedback left on the 12th from the buyer saying how great they are, they had the same car back on ebay again that night no reserve, only 1 way to explain that. 22 minutes ago, Lakeside said: I’ve watched them for a few years and watched them buy at bca. A lot of their cars seam to sell for less on eBay than what they paid themselves at auction. Makes no sense to me Whats the quality of cars like going through BCA? just read 92 horrendous feedbacks for them, but I know that's 92 negative out of thousands of transactions. Edited August 13, 2019 by antokid1771 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frankieola 22 Posted August 13, 2019 I've always found anything above grade 3 at BCA pretty much ready to retail. Get it delivered, quick bucket of water over it once it comes off the transporter and ready to go. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rory RSC 596 Posted August 13, 2019 I made £300 off one I bought from them. Practically give them away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lakeside 94 Posted August 13, 2019 53 minutes ago, antokid1771 said: I've been watching closely last few days, a car sold for 5k on the 11th 6pm, good feedback left on the 12th from the buyer saying how great they are, they had the same car back on ebay again that night no reserve, only 1 way to explain that. Whats the quality of cars like going through BCA? just read 92 horrendous feedbacks for them, but I know that's 92 negative out of thousands of transactions. They were at Walsall buying a few months back, guy in a Sterling jacket. Watched him buy a rough as hell Focus RS and a Mini Cooper S with a chain rattling louder than a shivering skeleton. Focus appeared on eBay a few days later and sold for less than he paid at Walsall before fee’s. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XFS 70 Posted August 13, 2019 They bought a 20k plus car the other week. I think they paid about 21500 plus premium. It was a 19500 car for me, I don't know how they will profit on that. The last genuine bid I can see on it is 18500, anything else is them running it up. This was a decent car though, grade 2 I think and good history. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blenheim Car Sales 111 Posted August 13, 2019 I love there pics on Ebay.........just leave the BCA auction stickers on we dont mind, No dont even move it from the line we will take the pics here, No i dont want it open, Why are you trying to complicate things he he 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
antokid1771 0 Posted August 13, 2019 41 minutes ago, Frankieola said: I've always found anything above grade 3 at BCA pretty much ready to retail. Get it delivered, quick bucket of water over it once it comes off the transporter and ready to go. How accurate is the grading? Ever any issues? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blenheim Car Sales 111 Posted August 13, 2019 varies across there sights some are really harsh on a grade 4 (could have been a 3) others are really soft on a Grade 3 (should be a 4) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frankieola 22 Posted August 13, 2019 As a rule I always allow an extra £100 to prep if its a grade 4, £200 to prep if its a grade 5. Hope this helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHM 994 Posted August 13, 2019 More good advice- keep it coming! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justina3 518 Posted August 13, 2019 2 hours ago, antokid1771 said: How accurate is the grading? Ever any issues? Issues in a BCA auction thats an old wives tale isnt it,bucket of water and a nice magic tree and your away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
metcars 397 Posted August 13, 2019 4 hours ago, antokid1771 said: Whats the quality of cars like going through BCA? just read 92 horrendous feedbacks for them, but I know that's 92 negative out of thousands of transactions. That will be 92 buyers who thought they could get a cheap bargain but then realised what 'sold as seen' really means? I'm happy for BCA/Manheim to get lots of negative reviews, it helps scare off the amateurs! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattR 177 Posted August 13, 2019 I think you should stick to noreservereading. You will get a high quality car from them. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XFS 70 Posted August 13, 2019 3 hours ago, met said: That will be 92 buyers who thought they could get a cheap bargain but then realised what 'sold as seen' really means? I'm happy for BCA/Manheim to get lots of negative reviews, it helps scare off the amateurs! I wish it would also scare of the people who pay stupid money for anything I want! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
It's me 615 Posted August 15, 2019 23 minutes ago, twerp said: Just re-read one of their adverts. Looks like they have finally been made to remove their 'sold as seen / scrap' clause I wonder how long they can operate if they're taking back cars dont know who these fellers are but i would imagine it would be trading standards who advised them that they should take it out if that is the case citing reducing customer rights who would put that anyway its just asking for a bust from the men andgirls with lanyards flying in the wind hb2's at the ready Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lakeside 94 Posted August 15, 2019 4 minutes ago, jason doyle motor sales said: dont know who these fellers are but i would imagine it would be trading standards who advised them that they should take it out if that is the case citing reducing customer rights who would put that anyway its just asking for a bust from the men andgirls with lanyards flying in the wind hb2's at the ready Must of worked for them, they’ve been trading that way for years. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
It's me 615 Posted August 15, 2019 Just now, Lakeside said: Must of worked for them, they’ve been trading that way for years. fair enough Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mojo121 229 Posted August 15, 2019 On 12/08/2019 at 11:13 PM, Mojo121 said: Must have had about 5 off of them now. I think the bad reviews are just made up by others who’ve had rival businesses. That must be what keeps the prices down. Everyone I’ve had has been exactly as described and, between us, well, those on this forum, I’ve made a packet on them! Oh. Bought 6 more. £900 profit in each! Happy days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
antokid1771 0 Posted August 15, 2019 1 minute ago, Mojo121 said: Oh. Bought 6 more. £900 profit in each! Happy days. bought and sold 6 more since the 12th? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NoMargin 11 Posted August 16, 2019 (edited) On 8/13/2019 at 11:55 AM, met said: That will be 92 buyers who thought they could get a cheap bargain but then realised what 'sold as seen' really means? I'm happy for BCA/Manheim to get lots of negative reviews, it helps scare off the amateurs! That will be 93 buyers, after antokid buys from them. I'm surprised these guys haven't had a stress related heart attack. Edited August 16, 2019 by NoMargin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
