Everything you need to know about auction sheet

What is Auction Sheet?

Most of the Japanese Reconditioned vehicles are sold through multiple Auction Houses situated across Japan. These vehicles got broad mechanical and electrical inspection well before the auction starts. After thorough examination and verification of the vehicle- the inspector puts his remarks and gives observation regarding the condition, mileage and available features and options of the same vehicle. It is thus called an auction sheet or auction inspection sheet. Here we can get have current situation of the vehicle and this absolutely true and fair.  Auction inspector check the vehicle with the help of state of the art technological support and cross check various data from different Japanese authorities.

Please note that, as a large number of buyers from all over the world bought Japanese Used Cars without seeing physically, all Japanese Auction Houses provide a symmetrical data set of each vehicle. This provided data are mentioned in the auction sheet in a standardized structure so that importer can have a close look to the vehicle and measure the current status of it. During the inspection stage, the interior and exterior parts of the vehicle are graded based on a set of standards. Aside from the grades of the vehicle, the Japanese car auction sheet also displays the inspector’s explanation for the grades awarded to the vehicle, along with a grade for its overall condition.

Therefore, for importers and clients of Japanese Reconditioned Vehicles in Bangladesh, auction sheets are the first point of assessment when considering purchases these cars. If you can understand the Japanese Auction Sheet you will surely get a good overview of the vehicle’s condition, history and some crucial information. Please note that, auction sheets have different formats, and are written mostly in Japanese.

Why Should You Understand & Verify Auction Sheet in BD?

If you are planning to buy Japanese Reconditioned Vehicles in Bangladesh, you should have a minimum level of understanding of Japanese Auction Sheet. It will definitely help you to measure and analyze

Auction Sheet Information

Common information you might get from an Auction Sheet:

• Chassis number
• Engine Type & CC
• Vehicle Name and Package
• Type of Ownership
• First registration Year & Month of the vehicle in Japan
• Any Accidental history
• Repair & Replacement History
• Genuine Mileage
• Exterior Condition
• Interior condition
• Available Options
• Color of the Vehicle
• Seller’s  Comment
• Inspector’s Comment

After the vehicle has been inspected by the auction house, it will be designated a “Grade” for the interior and exterior of the vehicle equally a total grade. Although auction sheets are a useful overview, it is extremely risky to rely on them 100%.

Auction Sheet Abbreviations:

• AC= Air conditioner
• FA/AT= Automatic transmission
• F5/6= Manual (5-speed/6-speed) transmission
• PS= Power steering
• SR= Sunroof
• AW= Alloy Wheels
• NAVI= Navigator
• AAC= Climate control air conditioner
• PW= Power windows
• TV= Television
• KAWA= Leather seats
• AIRBAGU/SRS= Airbag

The Vehicle Diagram (Exterior Grading)

The number next to a mark indicates the size of the affected area or degree of the damage “A1”, “A2” / “U1”, “U2” etc. “1” indicates a small or minimum damage. As the number goes up more visible and bigger becomes the damage.

Interior Grading

Overall Grading

Odometer Reading Authenticity

Note: Repairs are usually denoted with XX on the affected panels, but we should check the explanation which is written by the auction inspector in the note section. Very minor repairs to front panels may be considered where it’s obvious that only bumpers or front panels have been repainted and any parts replacement has not affected the front structure. If there is any doubt about this we should avoid the vehicle as it is simply not worth the risk of rejection by your compliance workshop.

Note: Occasionally a lower grade vehicle might be worth considering, e.g. some large scrapes and scratches on the body kit / bumpers could result in a 3.5 grade for what is otherwise a nice vehicle. This cosmetic damage may be easy to fix yet result in significant savings on newer vehicles.

Note: Sometimes a promising vehicle with negligible blemishes will cost you much less than usual Auction Grade: 4 or above. You may take this sort of vehicle con firming the physical inspection. Regardless o f showing any marks or notes o f any repairing, replacement or rust in auction sheet, you should get a Physical inspections even i f it has auction grade 4.5.

Check or verify your Japanese Auction Sheet in Bangladesh

Now, in Bangladesh, it is very easy and affordable to verify your auction sheet from Automo Japan website at only Tk.800. You will get a True Report of your auction sheet where you can check the genuine auction grade, mileage, color, package, model year and any other things such as: Accidental Damage, Flood Affected Car, Car with Fire accidental issue etc. If you check your auction sheet prior to purchase of the vehicle you may avoid scams and confirm value for money for sure.

Auction Sheet Verification link: https://automojapan.com.bd/auction-sheet-verification-bangladesh

Sample Auction Sheet/Auction Inspection produced in Japan