Where these construction lots come from
Construction and site equipment comes mainly from company liquidations run by insolvency administrators, who disperse machine tools, forklifts and workshop equipment. Customs and public authority sales add to this, along with seized goods sold by bailiffs and courts. Liquidation and insolvency platforms complete the flow, as do private auction houses. Each source applies its own rules: no buyer's premium with some, fees and VAT on top with most liquidators and licensed auctioneers. Bidorado brings these sales together and shows the all-in price.
Checks before you bid
Read the German description carefully. "Ungeprüft" means untested, "defekt" means faulty, and any missing mention of a test should put you on alert. Check CE conformity, voltage and power frequency, and whether accessories, tooling and documents are included. For a machine tool or forklift, check the service hours and the condition of batteries, hoses and safety devices. Factor in the buyer's premium and VAT, which are often charged on top by liquidators. An EU business with a valid VAT number can often buy free of German VAT, with proof of transport.
Collection, dismantling and delivery
Many lots are sold "nur Abholung", to be collected on site. Dismantling and removal are the buyer's responsibility, within a deadline set by the seller, sometimes using an approved carrier. A heavy machine requires a suitable trailer, lifting equipment and sometimes a movement permit. Some sellers ship within Germany or the EU. If you cannot travel, a relay address or a carrier in Germany lets you bring the lot back. Check the weight, dimensions and site access conditions before confirming your bid.