On Fri, 26 Mar 2004, George Goff wrote:

> About a month ago.  I bought a Do-All vertical bandsaw which was represented
> as complete and in good condition.  Although it wasn't under power when I
> entered the highest bid, the auctioneer had no objections to me tagging it into a
> box in order to run it through its paces before I loaded it.  I can assure you
> that the auctioneer would have made it right if it had proven to be anything
> other than in good condition.  I think it has something to do with them
> retaining their license.

Maybe the laws are different in your state.  At every auction I've ever
gone to, there was a big sign that said "ALL SALES FINAL".  If I bought
something that turned out to be busted, I don't think they would have done
much besides give me a handkerchief to dry my tears.  Likewise, police
auto auctions here always have prominant disclaimers that all vehicles are
as-is, and only cash payments are accepted.

David Brodbeck, N8SRE
'82 Volkswagen Diesel Westfalia
'86 Volvo 240DL wagon