Annual Auction Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is it?

The NCRCC Auction is the largest R/C-Themed Auction and Swap Meet in
New England.

2) Where is it?

The event is held at the Vernon Center Middle School, 777 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, Ct. 06066.
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3) When is it?

The event takes place on Sunday, February 14th, 2010. Doors open at
8:00 am, event starts at 9:00 and ends approximately 5:00pm or when all
items are processed.

You may bring your items on Saturday, February 13th from 1:00 to 3:00pm to 'pre-register' no sales on Saturday.

4) Do I need to pre-register?

No, you may bring items on Sunday and register them.

5) How does it work?

When you enter the building you will be asked to register. You will receive a seller/buyer registration number and a wrist band indicating that you have registered. If you have items to sell, assistance will be provided to fill out a sales ticket. On that ticket you will enter your registration number and describe the item with some detail and indicate whether it is an Auction, Auction with “Buy It Now” option or Swap Shop item (Auction items must be priced at $50 or more ----No limit on Swap Shop items). Your item will then be placed in either the Swap Shop area for open sale or on the Auction tables in a first come – first auctioned manner (NO EXCEPTIONS). For identification and payment purposes you will keep the “PINK” sheet from the multi layered sales ticket.

6) What is the Swap Shop?

The Swap Shop is an area set aside to sell small items that are priced at $50 or less. However if you do not wish to auction your item and the value is more than $50 you may also opt to put it in the Swap Shop. Items are sold through out the day as if you were in a hobby shop.

7) What items go in the Swap Shop vs, the Auction?

Anything may be placed in the SwapShop for a fixed price. There is no limit on what price you like, however there is a $1.00 minimum. In the past items have ranged form $1.00 to $1,000 in the swapshop.

Any item destined for the auction format must be priced greater than $50.00.

8) What does it cost?

The entry fee is $8.00 per person.

If you are buying, there are no additional fees.

If you are selling items, there is a fee of 10% of the selling price of your item.

9) What if my items don't sell?

You take them home and there is no fee. Auction items that do not sell will be placed on a “Second Chance” table where potential buyers may review them again. Interested buyers may ask to negotiate with the seller to buy the item. If your Auction item does not sell at Auction please be alert for a call to the “Second Chance“ tables. Unclaimed items remaining after the Auction will be discarded.

10) What is 'Buy it now'?

“Buy It Now” is an option that you are provided when you complete your sales ticket that allows a buyer to purchase your AUCTION item (all Swap Shop items are technically “Buy It Now”) at your pre-determined asking price, before it reaches auction. Typically the “Buy It Now” price is set above the auction minimum bid to a value that you anticipate selling the item for.

11) What kind of payment is accepted?

We accept Cash, Checks, Visa and Mastercard.

12)How do I get my money after I sell something?

You will be paid in either cash or by check, at our discretion. You must have the “PINK” copy from the items sales ticket to be paid.

13) Will there be food and/or drink available?

Yes, food ( donuts, hamburgers and hot dogs) and drinks (soft drinks and coffee) will be sold at the auction site. There are also restaurants in the local area. There is no food or drink allowed in the auditorium where the auction is conducted.

14) Is there convenient parking in the area?

Yes, there is ample parking in lots surrounding the school. Areas are clearly marked where parking is allowed. Vehicles parked in no parking areas and/or fire lanes will be ticketed by the town police.