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Auctioneers expect volumes to increase in April

The National Association of Motor Auctions’ (NAMA) market attitude survey shows that most auction centres expect to see petrol and diesel car values remain stable, with only five per cent of respondents expecting a decrease in petrol prices and 15 per cent expecting a drop in diesel. Values of Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) which include hybrid and electric vehicles are thought also to remain steady during April, although unlike petrol and diesel, some members have indicated that these values could actually increase as demand for them steadily rises.

2nd April 2019/by Andrew

NAMA predicts ‘strong February’ for motor auction sector

James Tomlinson, chairman of The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA), has revealed an optimistic outlook from the association’s latest sentiment survey. “February looks set to be a strong month for motor auctions, with the majority of sites expecting both volumes and conversion rates to increase,” he said.

4th February 2019/by Andrew

2018 ‘best year ever’ for motor auctions

“The overall used car market reached record highs in 2018, despite pressures in the new car market with the introduction of the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) in September”, said James Tomlinson, chairman of The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA).

24th January 2019/by Andrew

MP visits NAMA member

Company News, UK News

Kemi Badenoch MP visited National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) member, Aston Barclay Car Auctions in Chelmsford on Thursday 26 July.

31st July 2018/by Andrew

NAMA AGM raises £14,150 for BEN

Career Tracks, UK News

The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) held its annual AGM on the 28 April in Lisbon, Portugal. A charity auction in aid of BEN – the automotive industry charity, took place following the AGM, raising £14,150.

9th May 2018/by Andrew

Dunlop’s global motorsport family unites to help Macmillan

Company News, Motorsport, UK News

The global Dunlop Motorsport organisation has taken part in the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning – dubbed Dunlop’s Fastest Coffee Morning in recognition of the participation of sporting stars – to raise funds and awareness for Macmillan Cancer Support, the brand’s corporate charity. The events taking place today (Friday 29 September) included contributions from Drivers and team members from the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship, FIA World Endurance Championship and European Le Mans Series.

29th September 2017/by Tyrepress Editors

CD Auction Group expands with opening of new LCV remarketing centre

Company News, UK News

CD Auction Group, the online vehicle remarketing and fleet support company, is expanding its operations in Corby with an additional site featuring a 24-hour, 7-days a week vehicle reception centre.

30th May 2017/by Andrew

NAMA AGM auction for BEN is a record breaker

The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) held its annual AGM on 20 May in Belfast. A charity auction in aid of automotive industry charity BEN took place following the AGM, raising a record-breaking £17,450.

24th May 2017/by Andrew

2016 a record year for motor auctions

2016 saw record used car sales of 7.7 million and this translated into a very busy year for auctions, as dealers bought cars to fill forecourts to meet consumer demands. “Following what could be described as an uncertain political and economic climate, 2016 marked a strong performance from the UK motor auction sector”, commented Louise Wallis, head of The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA).

31st January 2017/by Andrew

‘69 Mini to be auctioned for Prostate Cancer UK

On Saturday, 12 November a recently restored special red 1969 Morris Mini Super Deluxe will be auctioned at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show. The one family owned classic, with 33,000 miles on the clock, will be finding a new home through Silverstone Auctions NEC Classic Motor Show Sale with all proceeds going directly to Prostate Cancer UK.

8th November 2016/by Andrew

Graham Howes appointed Commercial Director of CD Auction Group

Career Tracks, UK News

CD Auction Group has announced the appointment of Graham Howes, who joined the company over the summer, as Commercial Director. He will be responsible for further building on the success of the group over the past two years and developing relationships with existing vendors and buyers to ensure they continue to receive high quality, personal service as the group grows.

20th September 2016/by Tyrepress Editors

CharityStars auctions Prince William’s Royal Range Rover

A top of the range 4×4 used by Prince William to transport his son George home from hospital following his birth three years ago is being auctioned for the charities Sun Screen IT and Stand Down.

9th August 2016/by Andrew

‘Two tribes’ of trade buyers – Glass’s

A split between “two tribes” of trade buyers – those who buy almost entirely online and others who remain motor auction-based – is becoming increasingly apparent, says Glass’s. The motor industry data market leader reports that there has been a noticeable hardening in the shape and attitude of both groups over the last year or so.

15th February 2016/by Andrew

British classic cars stir up auction interest

Collectors and enthusiasts turned out in force when BCA Blackbushe offered two classic British cars on Wednesday 14th October. Both the 1957 Morris Minor and the 1960 Ford Prefect had generated a lot of pre-sale interest and there was some very competitive bidding both in the auction hall and online as the cars were offered.

26th October 2015/by Andrew

Car for sale – two careful owners since 1957

There’s a feeling of nostalgia in the air at BCA, as a classic Morris Minor last sold by the company in 1980 has returned to be sold again. The two-door Morris Minor was sold at the former BCA Frimley centre in 1980 by the original owner who had bought it as a new car in 1957.

6th October 2015/by Andrew