Ways To Benefit From An Auction Preview If You Can or Cannot Attend Yourself

Posted on November 13, 2019February 13, 2023 by admin

Ways To Benefit From An Auction Preview If You Can or Cannot Attend Yourself

Auction previews are becoming more and more of a popular concept for various online auctions – not just for real estate, but for heavy equipment, farm equipment, industrial machines, and SO much more. The idea of an auction preview benefits bidders greatly as they begin to explore the different items that are up for sale by an owner. But an auction preview doesn’t ONLY benefit bidders that are able to attend, but it also has benefits the bidder who can’t attend. Although we would always recommend to go to an auction preview if possible, if you cannot attend, here are some various ways that you can benefit from an auction preview.

If You Cannot Attend:

If you cannot attend the preview, don’t worry, you still can benefit! Although before you settle on not attending the auction preview, we would encourage you to first explore your options. Contact the seller or auction coordinator to see if you could arrange a private appointment that works within your schedule to go preview the items. If that doesn’t work, it’s a good idea to send someone on your behalf to preview the items without you. Make sure that you trust their judgement and that they know what you are looking to buy, but that is a great way to still benefit from a preview without needing to attend yourself.

If You Can Attend:

If you CAN attend the auction preview, you also, as a bidder will experience a lot of extremely valuable insight and benefits before the auction! Attending the auction preview will allow you to see the full list of lots and items. Often various items can get lost in the cracks of an online auction because big ticket items take the stage; but if you can attend an auction preview, you might see a ton of valuable items that you could utilize that you otherwise would have missed out on! Another one of the main ways that bidders benefit from an auction preview is the simple fact that they even have the opportunity to inspect all the items. This is especially important and valuable when you are looking to make large purchases like construction equipment, industrial equipment, machinery, and more. Inspecting these items allows you to gain confidence in the purchase you are trying to make. Not only does the ability to inspect auction items give you buying confirmation on the things you are interested in, but it will also give you a more accurate ability to budget what you are willing and want to spend during the auction.

Benefits Of Auction Previews For Bidders Regardless of Attendance:

Regardless if you can or cannot attend an auction preview, there are various benefits that all bidders will experience, possibly without even realizing it! The seller is encouraged to have a sense of transparency about all the items that they are selling by having an open time for people to preview the auction. Not to mention the opportunity for potential buyers to meet with the seller, ask questions, and inquire as needed. That transparency carries over to the auction and will likely be reflected in the selling prices based on the condition of the items being sold. If you are a bidder who was NOT able to see the items before hand, you will still reap the benefits of true market value being displayed within the auction as a result of the preview regardless of if you know them to be true or not. These are just a few benefits that all buyers will experience, no matter if you can or cannot attend the preview.

As a bidder looking to utilize an online auction, there are tons of benefits that you can experience from an auction preview, if you attend, or don’t attend! If you are looking to check out our various ongoing auction we have, click here! Be sure to check out our preview times within each auctions details section.
If you have questions or concern, please reach out to our customer service team today!

Monthly Municipality and Consignment Auction

Posted on November 11, 2019June 3, 2025 by admin

Monthly Municipality and Consignment Auction

Equipment and Trucks Galore!

It’s that time of the month! Get ready for our upcoming municipality and consignment online auction on Tuesday, November 19th! These auctions give us the chance to sell assets for local municipalities so that they can put the money back into their communities. Featuring a wide variety of heavy equipment such as a chip spreader as well as multiple trucks, this auction is the perfect place to find the next piece of equipment for your own business or municipality. Check out a few of the featured lots below!

1989 Caterpillar 613 C Earthmover

Very well maintained by County Road Commission. (#054)

Serial Number: 92X01776Hours: 6070Engine
Make: CatEngine
Model: 3208
Number of Cylinders: 6
Turbo: Yes
Fuel Type: Diesel
Transmission Speed: 6 speed
Hydrostatic Drive: No
Shuttle Shift: Yes
Bolt on Cutting Edge: Yes
Cab Options: ROPS
Working Condition: Runs and Operates – Runs and operates without appearing to requiring any major repairs or abnormal maintenance however may require some minor modification or repairs both mechanically and/or cosmetically.

Starting Bid: $5.00

1973 Koehring 3 PK - 4 Chip Spreader

This unit was rebuilt about 10 years ago and not used, Self Propelled. (#093)

Serial Number: 7375 B
Hours: 1930
Engine Make: Detroit
Engine Model: 471
Number of Cylinders: 4
Turbo: No
Fuel Type: Diesel
Transmission: Manual
Transmission Speed: 4 speed
Hydrostatic Drive: No
Working Condition: Runs and Operates – Runs and operates without appearing to requiring any major repairs or abnormal maintenance however may require some minor modification or repairs both mechanically and/or cosmetically.

Starting Bid: $5.00

1992 Dodge W250 3/4 ton 4WD Pickup Truck

1992 Dodge Power Ram 250 4×4. Truck starts and runs. No abnormal engine noise while idling or going down the road. Steering seems to have some play. Brakes feel good.

VIN#: 1B7KM26Z3NS671883
Odometer Reading: 25,973
Engine Displacement: Liters
Engine Displacement: 5.9
Number of Cylinders: 8
Fuel Type: Gas
Transmission: Automatic
Drivetrain: 4×4
Type: Truck
Title Status: Clear, Municipal
Doors: 2 Door
Scratches: Scattered
Dents: Scattered
Working Condition: Runs and Operates – Runs and operates without appearing to requiring any major repairs or abnormal maintenance however may require some minor modification or repairs both mechanically and/or cosmetically.

Starting Bid: $100.00

We hope that you have found something that you could use in your own company or municipality! To bid on lots such as the chip spreader, click the link below to go to our auction site. If you have any questions about our auctions or the bidding process, please contact us here. We want to make sure that you feel completely comfortable with our bidding process before heading into our auctions. Happy bidding!

Liquidation of Surplus Assets: Groenink’s Elevator & Hardware

Posted on November 7, 2019May 14, 2025 by admin

Liquidation of Surplus Assets: Groenink’s Elevator & Hardware

A feed mixer, fuel tanks, a lawn aerator and so much more!

Looking for some additional equipment to expand your agricultural production? Groenink’s Elevator & Hardware are selling off some of their surplus assets in an online auction with us on Wednesday, November 13th. This equipment would be a great investment for anyone attempting to increase their production of livestock or crops! Of course, there are several lots including a flatbed truck that can be used by anyone, not just farmers! Check out a few of the lots from the auction below!

1998 International 4700 Truck

1998 International 4700 Truck, single axle, flatbed with removable sides, DT466E diesel engine, auto trans, 13′ bed, scissor style dump, 120,807 showing miles, VIN: 1HTSCAAM7WH558500, Runs & Drives.

*Auction company does not conduct a road test, nor are the vehicles inspected for mechanical defects. Testing is limited to driving vehicle within our auction facility lot only. Please rely on your own inspection prior to bidding.

Starting Bid: $5.00

Blue Streak 2-Ton Twin Spiral Mixer

Blue Streak 2-Ton Twin Spiral Mixer, with motor. Overall approx 66″ x 6′ x 117″ tall. Stored inside

Starting Bid: $5.00

Flat Bed Wagon

Flat bed wagon, 12’ long 8’ wide, 10 ton gear

Starting Bid: $5.00

Billy Goat Quiet Vac

Billy Goat Quiet Vac walk behind commercial hard surface vacuum, Honda GX160T-Y gas engine, was running when last used, was bought new and has not had much use

Starting Bid: $5.00

We hope that you have found just the item you were looking for! There are a ton of other items that are being sold in the auction, and we encourage you to go check out everything else! If you want to view the full auction and start the bidding process, click the button below to go to our auction site. If you have any questions concerning the our company or the bidding process, please contact us here. We want to make sure that all of your questions are answered and that you are comfortable when participating in our auctions. Happy bidding!

Best Marketing Tactics to Promote Your Online Equipment Auction

Posted on October 31, 2019September 13, 2021 by admin

Best Marketing Tactics to Promote Your Online Equipment Auction

If you are gearing up to have your first online equipment auction, you might be wondering how you can begin to market and promote your auction in order to get the most visitors and bidders to look at your equipment. If you are not immersed into the marketing world, it can be hard to shift your focus to the initial investment that is required in order to receive a better return in the long run. Marketing your auction well is so much more than just trying to get the most visitors to view your lots, it’s more about getting the RIGHT visitors to view your lots, place bids, and ultimately buy your items. Although all traffic is good and will undoubtedly help you in your marketing efforts, and SHOULD be taken into account – it’s important to recognize and set appropriate goals for what you are trying to accomplish as well as who you are trying to reach. For example, if most of your traffic for your upcoming farm equipment auction is created by stay-at-home moms, it’s unlikely that you are going to get the better results than if most of your traffic been from middle aged farm owners. So, in order to promote your online equipment auction the best way possible, we have put together five of the best marketing tactics for your equipment auctions to help you maximize your efforts and make sure that you are reaching the right audience.

When beginning the auction preparations, it is important to know who your main, target audience will be. Are you trying to focus on other businesses? Or would an individual consumer be interested in buying your equipment? Is it more likely that a small business would be able to afford this asset? Or should your focus be more towards a larger corporation? Maybe it’s a combination of a few of those audiences, these are all things to take into consideration as you are learning and exploring your equipment value that will help you market your online auction to the right audience.

Secondly, taking good photos is a simple yet extremely effective way to maximize your marketing efforts for your online equipment auction. A well-lit, clear photo of your equipment goes a long way in showing your prospective bidders what they are looking at as well as persuading them to place a bid. Numerous studies have shown that imagery definitely affects the mindset of the bidder/user and allows them to imagine more realistically what it would be like to own such product. Good photos are another way to show transparency to your bidders – when the photos show clearly what the piece of equipment is and the state that the equipment is in, your bidders are going to know that there is nothing being “hidden” from them which in turn sparks an element of trust and relationship between buyer and seller. A well taken photo is one of the simplest ways that anyone can promote and market their auction well.

Now it’s time to start utilizing your marketing resources. One of the biggest, and best ways to get your auctions out to a wide audience is through the free resources called social media. Using social media to promote and market for your auctions is a little less about reaching the “right” audience, but more about reaching all the audiences – which might not always create the highest conversion rate, but ultimately will never hurt your auction promotion and marketing process. Creating Facebook events, sharing them on your company page, and personal page, and asking your current audience and employees to share the promotional posts helps you reach a huge audience of people who might know other people who might be interested. Social media tends to just be about getting your content in front of as many people as possible, which will no doubt help you start to get some more of the right people seeing your upcoming auction. Utilize Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Craigslist (not free but a small fee) and other online facets that will get your auction information and photos out to the maximum amount of people possible.

Another way to market your auctions well is to consider investing in paid advertising. Paid advertising is an incredible way to target specific audiences based on their likes, dislikes, and interests to get your auction in front of the people most likely to be interested in buying your equipment. Facebook, Google, Instagram, and LinkedIn are all platforms that offer various paid advertising options that are a great way for you to invest in your auction sale in order to have the best auction results. There is an element of investing according to the value of what you are trying to sell. For example, if you are selling three pieces of equipment that are all worth $5,000 you would expect to end the auction with about $15,000. In this case, investing a couple hundred dollars into paid advertising is going to be more than worth it – that extra few hundred dollars will allow you to specifically target your audience with more precision, which will get your online equipment auction in front of more people who are more serious about buying your equipment, driving the price up, and thus allowing you to take home more than the expected $15,000!

We’ve spent a lot of time talking about how you can digitally market for your auction, which is where most marketing takes place now a days – but don’t underestimate the ability of non “digital marketing” such as print marketing, network marketing, or even “brick and mortar marketing”. These various types of marketing can be EXTREMELY productive and valuable for your upcoming equipment auction. You can seek out similar businesses and let them know of your upcoming auction, you can print out flyers to put in your local hardware store or any other place that has a lot of foot traffic from people who might be more likely to buy your equipment. You can simply network, it’s all about going to hang out and meet your target audience where they are – that could be going there physically or simply getting the right flyer in front of them at the right time.

There are hundreds of approaches that you can take when it comes to marketing for your auction, these are just 5 proven marketing tactics that we know WORK! If you are getting ready to sell your equipment and are interested in partnering with Ranger bid, our team offers marketing package options that will take your marketing a step further. Contact us today for more info!

If you have questions regarding marketing options or how to start selling your equipment with Rangerbid, please contact us today, or reach out to our customer service team at 616-261-4984.

Municipality & Consignment Auction

Posted on October 10, 2019June 4, 2025 by admin

Municipality & Consignment Auction

It’s time for our monthly municipality & consignment auction featuring items ranging from construction, to agricultural, to industrial, to automotive! This months auction is open to the public and includes items from various locations and businesses that you will not want to miss. We are excited to have various large items up for auction including a Vactor Truck, Dump Truck, Backhoe Loader, a Wrecker, John Deere Sprayer, Hydro-seeder, Forklift, and so much more. This auction will be ONE DAY ONLY on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 with bidding starting at 8 a.m. and lots beginning to close at 6 p.m. – the items won’t last for long, be sure to register today so that you are ready when bidding opens! Check out some more information about a few featured lots below!

2000 JCB 214S 4WD Backhoe Loader

This backhoe loader has been owned and serviced by the County Road Commission. Faithfully serviced every 500 hours, it is in great shape. The tires are approximately at 50% and are 16.9 X 28, R4.

Additional Features:

Loader bucket 1.6 cud. Clam style, equipped with swing away forks.
Backhoe buckets 48″ ditching 24″ general purpose
Extendable boom, Wain-Roy Twist-O-Wrist quick coupler
Reversible Stabilizer Pads
Full cab enclosure with heat & radio

Starting Bid: $5.00

1996 International Vactor 2100 Utility Truck

This 1996 Vactor Truck is in great condition with only 11,877 miles on it. The truck features a DT466 engine with 4,387 hours showing. It’s an automatic transmission for ease of use. Rear Axle comes in at 23,000 lbs, the front at 18,000 lbs, and the GVWR at 41,000 lbs. This truck runs and drives and is in good working condition ready for your use.

Starting Bid: $100.00

2009 GMC Sierra Pickup Truck

We have a 2009 GMC Sierra Pickup Truck ready for you to take home. This automatic vehicle has 243,925 miles on it and runs and operates with no major issues or concerns.

Starting Bid: $100.00

Additional Features:

- Clear Title
- Power Windows, Power Locks, & Cruise Control
- Cab/Bed/Tow: Extended Cab, Long Box, Tow Package

We hope that you find something that will fit your business’s needs perfectly! If you have any questions please contact us here.
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How To Liquidate My Business

Posted on September 27, 2019May 7, 2025 by admin

How To Liquidate My Business

Making the Business Liquidation Process as Easy as it Can Be For You And Your Company...

If the time has come to close down your business and liquidate your assets, you might feel completely overwhelmed by the task ahead of you. We understand that the process can seem difficult and challenging – and how important it is to know your process before starting into the liquidation. We want to help you make the process as easy as it can be during this time of adjustment and change.

The first thing you need to do is make a list of all the assets you can and will want to liquidate. This is important – think of anything that adds value to your business and write it down, remember you can always revise this list later. This list should include all business equipment such as printers, computers, phones, office furniture like desks, chairs, and tables, any company vehicles, equipment, real estate, and even things like your landlords security deposit, and prepaid insurance premiums. To keep yourself organized as well as make sure that you have each of your assets listed, make lists room by room, property by property, office by office, however you want to break it out. This will help make sure that you don’t miss any valuable items.

After you have your list and are confident that you are not missing any of your assets that could add value to your company, it’s time to assign values to each item. This will just be a ball park of what each thing is worth based on how old it is, the amount of wear and tear that it has as well as the demand. This will help you decipher your potential buyers as well as help you get the most out of your items. Assigning a realistic value to your assets will release the pressure of someone that will try to lowball your items.

Next, it will be time to look into various refund and return options. Although this is can be an unlikely possibility, it’s absolutely possible that certain assets that you have might still have a refund or return option – and it’s 100% worth a look. This does not only apply with your assets, but this would also be the time to check into getting your security deposit back if you rent a building to do business.

Find prospect buyers based on what items you will be selling. This can be challenging for many business owners, but the next step will be to find and contact prospect buyers for your assets. It’s good to be up front about how much you feel your items are worth and what you’d like to get for them. These might be people that you’ve done business with previously or just a connection you might have. Just remember that as a business owner it’s your responsibility to get the most out of your business liquidation items for your creditors.

Lastly, get professional help or advice. We would suggest that you do NOT start any of the above process without at least going through a consultation with a professional who is seasoned in the area of liquidation and closing businesses. If reading this blog stresses you out even more than you were before, you might want to explore the option of handing the entire process over to a trusted local company in exchange for a percent of the profit, this will leave you with the most simple and stress free process possible.

If you are looking for someone to handle the business liquidation process for your company, Ranger Bid is here to help. We have an exceptional staff with tons of experience available to help you from start to finish as you close out your business and liquidate your assets. Contact us today for more information on how the liquidation process works when working with Ranger Bid.

Pace Inc. Inventory Reduction Auction

Posted on September 26, 2019June 4, 2025 by admin

Pace Inc. Inventory Reduction Auction

Quality Outdoor Power Equipment & Parts

This auction is full of quality outdoor power equipment and is open to the public for bidding. All items and parts are being sold by Pace, Inc. on a ONE DAY online auction. Bidding will begin October 2, 2019 at 8AM and close at 6PM on the same day. Auction Features items such as SWB-320/400 extension brush kit, 2-gallon multi-purpose sprayers, lawn debris collector box, and more! Equipment previews are available by appointment only. To schedule your appointment, please contact our customer service team today at 616-261-4987

Rotary Broom Extension Brush

This is the perfect tool to add to your lawn and garden power equipment. Compatible with both the SWB-320 and SWB-400. This extension brush will allow you and extra 5+ inches to your walk-behind rotary broom. Rotary brooms are perfect for cleaning your yard corners and edges helping you keep up on your home with ease.

Location: Sacramento, CA
Starting Bid: $5.00

Debris Collector Box

This debris collector weights just 22lbs and is only 14.5″ high. The compact design and ability to move with ease behind your walk-behind rotary broom will make clean up a breeze. This piece of equipment will successfully keep debris from flying around as you work on sweeping up your yard.
Compatible with the SWB-400.

Location: Lakeland, FL
Starting Bid: $5.00

This auction features over 90 pieces of high quality outdoor lawn and garden equipment. We are sure that there is something for you! If you have any questions, about this auction, please contact our customer service team by following the link here.
To see full auction details and lots, please click the button below

Trendway Asset Liquidation

Posted on September 19, 2019June 4, 2025 by admin

Trendway Asset Liquidation

Paint Booths & Air Exchange System to be Auctioned Off

Looking for some painting equipment? Trendway Corporation in Holland, Michigan is liquidating a few of their larger assets including two paint booths and an air exchange system. Currently operating as part of their furniture manufacturing, these assets are perfect to help grow the painting or woodworking part of your own company! This auction will take place on Wednesday, September 25th starting at 8am and beginning to close at 6pm the same day.

2013 Thierica Manual Paint Booth

This paint booth has a tube frame module construction measuring 12 feet deep by 14 feet wide when measured across the exterior. The booth is built of aluminized interior wall panels with an epoxy coasted exterior frame. It has an open face booth design with cross draft air flow with booth mounted exhaust blowers with interlocked air flow switch. Florescent light fixtures with rear overhead access are included as well. The open floor design allows for easy manual entry and exit and parts transfer as work is completed. The exhaust blowers have variable speed drives in order to adjust air velocity across the booth depending on the product being painted.

Additional Features:

Filtered exhaust plenum t0 accommodate pre-filter and bag filter
Hinged Wearlon coated baffle sections in front of filter grid
Static pressure sensor across filter section to monitor filter loading
One set of initial filters supplied with the booth
Independent control panel for local booth operation
Exhaust stacks from booth mounted exhaust blower through the roof

Starting Bid: $5.00

McQuay model RPS090DLA Air Exchange Unit

This Daikin McQuay Air Exchange Unit is roughly five years old and is in great condition! Used to keep airflow steady throughout the building, this will be a perfect addition for your company’s space. Click the button below to bid on this great lot!

Starting Bid: $100.00

We hope that you find something that will fit your business’s needs perfectly! If you have any questions please contact us here. Click the button below to discover the rest of the auction:

Local Municipalities Equipment Liquidation Auction

Posted on September 18, 2019May 14, 2025 by admin

Local Municipalities Equipment Liquidation Auction

Featuring Equipment from the City of Grand Rapids, City of Portage and City of Kentwood

Looking to add some more industrial equipment, a dump truck or office furniture to add to your city’s assets? You’re in luck! Several local municipalities are looking to liquidate their equipment and are conducting an auction with Rangerbid.com on Tuesday, September 24th. Offering everything from office furniture and power tools to snowplows and dump trucks. Below are a few of our featured lots for the auction, but you can view the rest of the items up for auction here.

2003 Dump Truck International 7400

General Description: (1) dump truck, International diesel engine, Allison automatic transmission with push button controls, air brakes, joystick style control for scraper, plow, and salter, Panasonic AM/FM/Cassette stereo, differential lock, cruise control with steering wheel controls, air horn button, power locks/windows & mirrors, engine kill switch located in cab, manual fan control, Henderson, model 10X36XRDOX409SS, 10′ dump box with hydraulic dump, approx. 200 gallon capacity fuel tank, approx. 10′ lower scraper blade, duallies with heavy duty spring suspension, front plow mount, air ride seat (driver’s side), Force America, model SSC5100 spreader control, appears to be in running condition, engine light stays on while running. Comes from the City of Portage.

Starting Bid: $100

2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Truck with Plow Attachment

General Description: (1) 4WD short box pickup truck, 4.7 liter Magnum V8 gas engine, automatic transmission, AM/FM/CD stereo, A/C, cruise control with steering wheel controls, driver and passenger side air bag, split cloth/vinyl bench seat with fold down center console, 6′ bed with Diamond Plate tool box, Boss 7′ 6″ standard duty plow attached with hydraulic controls and headlights, 7′ Truck Equipment, Inc. Quick Hitch box blade on rear with hydraulic controls, amber strobe light mounted to roof, runs, drives, and operates, both plows appear to be operational, exterior has rust bubbles above rear fenders and rocker panels, scattered yellow paint throughout exterior, some small rust spots throughout body. Comes from the City of Kentwood.
Starting Bid: $100

2007 Crane Carrier Company LDT2 Refuse Truck

General Description: (1) 31-33 yard capacity curb side load refuse truck, diesel engine, Allison automatic transmission with push button controls, air brakes, center mounted control console with dual driver area, Labrie Expert, model 2000 compactor unit (with hydraulic loader controls), approx. 200 gallon capacity diesel fuel tank, tandem axles with duallies on each axle, appears to be in running and operating condition. Comes from the City of Grand Rapids.

Starting Bid: $100

These are just a few of the great items that are being auctioned off on September 24^th, click the button below to head over to the rest of the auction to view and bid on the rest of the items available.

Monthly Municipality & Consignment Online Auction!

Posted on September 11, 2019June 4, 2025 by admin

Monthly Municipality & Consignment Online Auction!

Looking for Any John Deere Equipment?

Our monthly municipality and consignment online auction is coming up fast Tuesday, September 17th. This is a great way to expand your own city’s industrial equipment, or to add quality items to your private company’s collection. This month we have a wide variety of quality construction equipment, agricultural equipment (including a John Deere Grain Head) and industrial equipment for you to bid on. Check out a few of our featured lots this month below!

2010 International 7400 Vactor Truck:

This is a Municipal VACTOR 2100 truck that has been very well maintained by the City of St. Joseph. This quality Vactor truck is hard to find.

The unit has newer tires, a new rotter pump with less than 250 hour, and a newer jetter hose. It also has the IntelliVue System.

Working Condition: Runs and Operates – Runs and operates without appearing to requiring any major repairs or abnormal maintenance however may require some minor modification or repairs both mechanically and/or cosmetically.

Starting Bid: $5

Bobcat 873 Skidsteer

This Bobcat 873 Skidsteer contains a Deutz diesel engine and is equipped with solid foam filled tires in good condition. It runs and operates as it should without appearing to require any major repairs or abnormal maintenance however it may require some minor modifications or repairs both mechanically and/or cosmetically.

Starting Bid: $100

John Deere 215 Grain Head

This John Deere grain head includes the cart and is in working condition. It had polly applied 200 acres ago. This grain head is perfect for you to add to your harvesting equipment as summer winds down.

Starting Bid: $5

These are just a few of the great items that are up for auction on the 17th. Browse through the rest of the items in our collection to see what lots you are interested in placing a bid on. If you have any questions concerning the auction process or would like to consign your equipment in one of our monthly auctions contact us today!