Legal
Auction Rules
Effective: 2026. Subject to revision.
1. Auction Duration & Closing
Auctions open every Monday at 9:00 AM Eastern time and close that Friday at 12:00 PM (noon) Eastern time, subject to the Anti-Sniping Extension below. SCG Auctionhaus reserves the right to extend, pause, or cancel any auction at its sole discretion.
2. Bidding Procedure
Every bid shows on the lot as a masked member code (for example SCG-AC, from your initials) and the monthly amount - never your name. Bids represent a monthly payment commitment. There are no traditional bid increments; bidders submit their chosen monthly amount. The highest qualifying bid at close wins. Minimum bids are displayed on each listing.
3. Anti-Sniping Extension
If any bid is placed within the final 2 minutes of an auction, the auction automatically extends by 2 minutes from the time of that bid. Extensions continue until 2 consecutive minutes pass with no new bids.
4. Reserve vs. No-Reserve
Most auctions carry a hidden reserve — the minimum monthly payment SCG will accept. The reserve amount is not disclosed. If the highest bid does not meet the reserve, SCG may: (a) negotiate via Make Offer mode, (b) relist the vehicle, or (c) accept the highest bid at its discretion. No-Reserve auctions are clearly marked — the highest bid wins regardless of amount.
5. Buy Now Mechanic
Certain listings include a Buy Now price. Submitting a bid equal to or exceeding the Buy Now price immediately ends the auction and awards the vehicle to that bidder. All other active bidders are notified; their membership carries to the next lot.
6. Make Offer (Post-Auction Mode)
When an auction closes without meeting reserve, or for vehicles listed more than 7 days post-close, the listing may enter Make Offer mode. Bidders may submit monthly offers; SCG reviews within 24 business hours. Offers are not binding until accepted in writing by SCG.
7. Binding Bids
All bids are binding. By submitting a bid, you are committing to enter the applicable agreement (6-month lease or 12-month lease) at your bid amount if you win. Failure to complete the transaction after winning may result in account suspension.
8. The Order Fee
Bidding requires the $495 SCG order fee, charged when you place your bid. It verifies your account and makes you a member - eligible to bid on and order any car. It is not refundable. There is no security deposit, no admin fee and no doc fee.
9. Vehicle Delivery & Pickup
Atlanta-area: free showroom pickup or delivery within 25 miles at no charge. 25-50 miles: $200 flat. Out-of-state: customer-arranged pickup in Atlanta, or enclosed transport can be arranged for $800-$2,000 depending on destination. All delivery costs are disclosed at agreement signing.
10. Title & Registration
Lease: vehicle is titled to AJ Finance LLC as lessor. Tax is assessed on lease transactions. Cash purchase: title transfers to buyer upon payment in full.
11. Cancellation Policy
Lease: give us 21 days' notice before your next monthly and we pick the car up, free - no early termination fee; with less than 21 days' notice, that one upcoming monthly is due. Winning bids are binding - cancellation after winning but before contract signing may result in account suspension. The $495 order fee is not refundable.
12. Bidder Qualification Requirements
To bid, you must: (a) be 18 years of age or older; (b) hold a valid, unrestricted driver's license; (c) maintain current auto insurance; (d) have a saved payment method on file. For lease formats: must have a GA address at launch.
13. Customer Protections
Every term - the down payment, the term, the mileage and tax - is disclosed on the listing prior to bidding. There is no admin fee and no doc fee. What you bid is what you pay monthly.
14. Dispute Resolution
Any dispute arising from an auction or resulting agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Georgia. Parties agree to attempt good-faith resolution before initiating formal proceedings. Venue for any legal action shall be Fulton County, Georgia.
15. SCG's Reserved Rights
SCG Auctionhaus reserves the right to: (a) withdraw any listing at any time prior to auction close; (b) reject any bid at its sole discretion; (c) modify auction rules with reasonable notice; (d) suspend or terminate any bidder account found to be in violation of these rules or engaging in fraudulent activity.
These rules constitute the operating framework for SCG Auctionhaus auctions. Full legal agreements governing each transaction format are provided at time of contract signing.