
At West Coast Beer Sign Auctions, we aim to make the bidding process simple, transparent, and fair for all participants.
Please read the steps below before placing a bid.

1. Register to Bid
To participate, you must create an account.
- Click Register at the top of the site
- Provide your name, email, and contact information
- You may be required to verify your email before bidding
By registering, you agree to our Terms & Conditions and all auction rules.
2. Browse & Review Items
All items are listed with:
- detailed photos
- descriptions
- condition notes
- dimensions (when available)
- shipping or pickup information
We strongly encourage you to review all photos and descriptions carefully before bidding. All items are sold as-is.
3. Placing a Bid
To place a bid:
- Enter your bid amount on the item page
- Or use the “Bid Now” button to place the next minimum bid
Proxy Bidding (Auto Bidding)
You may enter a maximum bid, and the system will automatically increase your bid in increments to keep you in the lead until your max is reached.
Example: If the current bid is $100 and you enter a max bid of $200, the system will automatically outbid others on your behalf up to $200.
4. Bid Increments
Bids must follow set increments, which may vary depending on the current price of the item.
Example:
- Lower-priced items may increase in smaller increments
- Higher-priced items may increase in larger increments
The system will automatically enforce the correct bid amount.
5. Auction Timing & Closing
Each item has a scheduled closing time.
Soft Close (Anti-Sniping Feature)
If a bid is placed shortly before the item ends:
- The closing time will automatically extend
- This gives all bidders a fair chance to respond
This process continues until no new bids are placed within the final time window.
6. Winning an Auction
When bidding ends:
- The highest bidder wins the item (if reserve is met, if applicable)
- You will receive an email with your invoice
Winning a bid is a legally binding commitment to purchase.
7. Payment
Failure to pay may result in account suspension or removal
Payment is due within 48 hours of auction close
Accepted payment methods are listed at checkout
8. Shipping & Pickup
Each listing will specify one of the following:
- Ships In-House – Item will be packed and shipped by us
- Local Pickup Only – Item must be picked up within the stated timeframe
- Third-Party Shipping Required – Buyer arranges shipping
Shipping costs may be:
- or invoiced separately depending on item size and location placed within the final time window.
- calculated at checkout
9. Condition & Authenticity
All items are:
- vintage and pre-owned
- sold as-is
We do our best to accurately describe each item and photograph all visible flaws. However, descriptions reflect our opinion and should not be considered guarantees.
10. Important Rules
We reserve the right to refuse or remove bids at our descretion.
- All Bids are binding
- All Sales are final
- No Cancellations or returns
Failure to complete payment may result in account termination.
9. Questions
If you have any questions about an item before bidding, please contact us. We are happy to help clarify details whenever possible.
Final Note
By placing a bid, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to all auction terms and policies.
