Online Auctions for Construction Equipment
Construction crews and contractors in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul area will appreciate the chance to buy equipment from online auctions. Instead of paying high prices for new equipment directly from the manufacturer, online auctions allow you to stay within or even lower than your operating budget.
You can also take advantage of an online auction if you’re downsizing your business and need to get rid of cumbersome equipment. List your products online and watch the bidding war begin. Auction Masters will help you get the most money from each piece of equipment or help you save money when you buy something new-to-you every time.
Benefits of Selling Construction Equipment With Auction Masters
Auction Masters has over 40 years of experience in the auction industry. We know how to list items that get tons of traffic and generate interest from construction workers in the Twin Cities and beyond.
You can sell large equipment, tool sets, or other construction supplies. Auction Masters is the company to use for liquidation. We can help you get the best price for your construction equipment, so you can close out your business on a high note.
You can also use auctions to make room in your storage building or eliminate equipment and supplies you don’t use anymore. If you have a surplus of certain items, auctions will take them off your hands and ensure they go to the people who need them most, earning you money.
Online auctions through Auction Masters don’t require any extra effort. We take care of every detail, including:
- Appraisal of items to gauge the right price
- Photographing tools and equipment
- Creating online listings for each product
- Marketing the listings to get more bids
As one of the most popular auction houses in the Twin Cities, we have a large buyer pool scrolling our listings. We take care of everything to simplify the liquidation or downsizing process and get you a fair payment.
Buy Construction Equipment at Your Price Point
Auction Masters has so many listings you’re sure to find what you need. You can bid on items to get the best price or name the amount within your budget to win new construction equipment. Register to bid and see all we offer.
The professionals at Auction Masters take photos and write listings that tell you what you’ll get. We’re transparent and will tell you the condition of each item, so there are no surprises when you get your equipment.
If you want to inspect the items, we periodically host dates where you can come check out every listing in person. When you arrive, you get a map that shows the location of each piece of equipment. You’re free to review it and ensure you want to bid online.
Since all our listings are online, it’s convenient to shop whenever you need new equipment or tools. You don’t have to take time out of your workday to visit a store, head to an equipment manufacturer, or attend an auction in person.
You can visit Auction Masters on your schedule and bid within your budget. We post auction start and end times, so you can bid on something brand new or wait to swoop in at the last minute and get a great deal.
At Auction Masters, we help buyers transport the equipment after winning an auction. We also keep open lines of communication, so you can contact us with questions. Our extensive network of construction professionals can help you with equipment or auction process issues.
Minnesota’s Premier Online Liquidation Auction Company
Though we host online auctions, Auction Masters is a local company with home bases in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul metro. We help local construction businesses with liquidation, downsizing, or bringing new-to-them equipment into their industry.
Since we have a presence in the Twin Cities, you can feel confident about our process. You don’t have to worry about getting ghosted by someone several states away because we’re the middleman based in your town. We can even sell equipment directly from your business—it’s your place or ours.
Locations in such populated Minnesota cities simplify the process of bringing your equipment to the auction warehouse or taking your winnings back to your company’s property. You won’t have to negotiate an expensive shipment of heavy construction equipment across state lines because Auction Masters is close to home.
Find the Best Solution for Your Construction Business
Buying new construction equipment or selling your used tools can be overwhelming and time-consuming. You can forget the hassle when you work with an online auction company.
Working with an online auction team that specializes in construction equipment and tools is in your best interest. Auction Masters has the experience and expertise to make everything easier on you.
FAQs
Construction equipment auctions are conducted entirely online. Register for an account, place bids during the auction window, and complete payment and pickup after winning.
Typical listings include skid steers, excavators, bulldozers, loaders, backhoes, trailers, attachments, forklifts, and more—based on available inventory.
If available, on-site previews or virtual inspections will be clearly noted in the auction listing.
Condition is disclosed based on seller-provided information and visible inspection. Equipment is sold as-is, with any known issues stated.
Auctions are timed online events only. Live-streaming is not available, but bidding updates occur in real time during auction closing.
Yes, you can set a maximum (proxy) bid. The system will bid incrementally on your behalf and notify you if you’re outbid.
A buyer’s premium is applied to each winning bid, along with applicable sales tax. All fees are disclosed in the auction terms.
We can refer you to third-party riggers or freight providers for moving large or heavy equipment. Buyers are responsible for removal.
Wire transfers are the preferred method for large equipment. Payment deadlines are specified in each auction’s terms and must be followed.
Auction Masters does not offer in-house financing or lease-to-own, but buyers may use external lenders at their discretion.
Title or ownership documentation is transferred once payment is complete and cleared. Any title paperwork is issued at pickup or delivery.
All items are sold as-is. If an item is significantly misrepresented, buyers must contact us immediately for review.
If the reserve price is not met, the item may not sell.
We don’t publish past sale prices, but monitoring recent auctions gives insight into pricing trends for similar items.
Auctions are held regularly based on inventory. Sign up for email alerts to stay informed of upcoming events.
Yes, international buyers are welcome. We can provide basic documentation, but buyers must arrange export paperwork and shipping.
Yes, contractors can list surplus machinery. Listing costs and terms are discussed during your initial consultation.
Start by setting a clear budget, reviewing all listing details, using proxy bidding if needed, and ensuring pickup plans are in place before bidding.
Most machines are sold as-is. If known, operational status or issues are disclosed by the seller in the listing.
Yes, listings often include service records, engine hours, and maintenance history—if provided by the seller.
Specs such as engine type, attachments, upgrades, dimensions, and weight are included when available in the listing.
Sales tax is applied unless you provide a valid resale certificate or are purchasing from out-of-state with exemption documentation.
If a buyer fails to pay or arrange pickup, they may be banned from future auctions. The item may be relisted or offered to the next highest bidder.
Some high-value items may require a deposit or account verification. Details are outlined in each auction’s terms and conditions.
Yes, you can save search filters and sign up for alerts based on category or item type directly through your account dashboard.
Upcoming Auctions
- Aug 19 @ 9:00am CDT
- Sep 3 @ 1:00pm CDT
- Sep 2 @ 6:00pm CDT
- Sep 9 @ 6:30pm CDT
- Aug 22 @ 2:00pm CDT
- Sep 10 @ 1:00pm CDT
- Aug 29 @ 8:00am CDT
- Sep 10 @ 3:00pm CDT
- Sep 5 @ 6:00pm CDT
- Sep 15 @ 1:00pm CDT
- Sep 5 @ 6:00pm CDT
- Sep 15 @ 1:00pm CDT
- Sep 10 @ 6:00pm CDT
- Sep 16 @ 10:00am CDT
