When you look for a car in Germany, you usually start with public websites like Mobile.de or AutoScout24. However, there is a parallel market that remains hidden from private buyers: Closed B2B Auctions. These platforms are reserved for licensed dealers. This is where professional car houses buy their stock before adding a “retail markup” (Händler-Marge) and putting it in their showrooms. At ExImWheels, we give you the keys to this market, allowing you to buy your vehicle at the same professional price.
Why Buy at Auction?
For most of our clients, a car is not a status symbol — it is a tool for freedom, practicality, and personal space. Buying through a B2B auction offers two massive advantages:
- Price Transparency: You avoid the retail overhead. You pay the actual auction price plus a transparent service fee.
- Detailed Documentation: Unlike private sellers, major B2B platforms provide a comprehensive Condition Report. These reports are so detailed and technical that they are equivalent to an independent professional inspection. You see every scratch and every service record before you bid.
Our Step-by-Step Brokerage Process
We have designed a secure, 6-step workflow to ensure you get the right car without the stress of bidding yourself.
1. Video Consultation (€99)
We start with a private call to discuss your budget and requirements. We analyze the current auction market to see if your goal is achievable within your price range. Note: This fee is fully deductible from your final service fee.
2. Commitment & Signup Fee (€750)
To start the active search, we require a signup fee of €750 (minus the €99 already paid). This ensures we are working with serious buyers and allows us to dedicate our professional time to your project.
3. Professional Sourcing
Based on your criteria, we identify and present 5 specific vehicle options currently listed on the auction platforms. We provide you with the full auction reports for each.
4. Selection of Top 2
You select your top 2 choices from our list. Having a primary and a backup option ensures success during fast-paced bidding cycles.
5. Professional Bidding
ExImWheels executes the bid on your behalf. You set the maximum limit, and we handle the pressure of the live auction. When we win the bid within your budget, the car is yours.
6. Payment & Final Fee
Once the car is won, you receive the invoice for the vehicle. Our total brokerage fee is €750 + 4% of the sales price (with a minimum total fee of €1,000).
Your Car is Secured
Winning the auction is the major milestone — it means your ideal car is locked in at a dealer-level price. From here, you are in the driver’s seat. You can take over the process yourself, or let us bring the project to its final conclusion.
This auction service stands on its own, but it also integrates perfectly with our StandBy Auto framework if you want a complete turnkey experience.
For example, if the vehicle needs fresh consumables like new tires or brakes to be TÜV-Ready, we coordinate the maintenance so the car passes the German technical inspection without a hitch.
If you are still abroad, we can also assist with Remote Registration, handling the “German Bureaucracy” so you can simply arrive and drive.
Understanding the Total Costs
We believe in 100% clarity. Outside of our service fee, there are standard auction-related costs:
- Auction Buyer’s Fee: Every platform charges a fee for the transaction. Depending on the auction house, this usually ranges between €400 and €800.
- High-Value Surcharge: For premium vehicles (typically over €20,000 – €40,000), some auctions may apply an additional fee of approximately 3% of the vehicle price.
- Logistics: Auction houses are reliable partners and usually offer competitive nationwide delivery rates.
- Additional Modules: Services like Export Plates, final registration, or technical maintenance are billed as separate modules only if you need our hands-on support.
Ready to find your car?
Stop paying the “retail tax” and start your journey with a professional partner.
