AUCTION FINANCE

Pre-Approved Finance for Equipment and Truck Auctions

Our pre-approval process gives you a clear budget before auction day. You know exactly how much you can spend, what your repayments will be, and that your finance is ready to settle as soon as you win. No scrambling for finance after the hammer falls.

Auctions offer some of the best deals on trucks, trailers, earthmoving equipment, and agricultural machinery. Fleet disposals, government surplus, deceased estates, and liquidations all produce quality equipment at below market prices. The catch is you need finance sorted before you bid, because auction terms typically require payment within 3 to 7 business days.

The best auction deals go to buyers who come prepared.

Bidders with pre-approved finance can bid confidently up to their limit, knowing settlement will happen within the auction's payment terms. Unprepared buyers either miss out or scramble to arrange finance under pressure, often accepting worse terms.

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WHY CHOOSE US

How Auction Finance Pre-Approval Works

Our process is designed around auction timelines. We understand that you need certainty before auction day and fast settlement after it.

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Pre-approval before the auction

Apply at least 48 hours before the auction. We assess your profile and provide a pre-approved amount and indicative rate. You go to auction knowing exactly what you can afford.

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Flexible approval for multiple lots

Not sure which lot you will win? We can provide pre-approval for a range, covering multiple potential purchases so you have flexibility on auction day.

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Fast settlement after purchase

Once you win, we finalise the finance and settle within the auction's payment terms, typically 3 to 7 business days. No delays, no complications.

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All major auction houses

Pickles, Manheim, GraysOnline, Lloyds Auctions, Asset Alliance, and all regional and specialist auctioneers across Australia.

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OUR SERVICES

Equipment We Finance at Auction

We pre-approve finance for all types of equipment and vehicles sold at auction across Australia.

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    Prime movers and rigid trucks
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    Fleet disposal vehicles
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    Government surplus trucks
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    Tippers and specialty bodies
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    Trailers and combinations
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    Light commercial vehicles

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    Excavators and loaders
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    Dozers and graders
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    Telehandlers and forklifts
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    Cranes and access equipment
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    Compactors and rollers
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    Articulated dump trucks

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    Tractors and harvesters
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    Headers and balers
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    Farm clearing sale equipment
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    Implements and attachments
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    Irrigation equipment
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    Livestock handling equipment

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    Manufacturing machinery
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    Mining equipment
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    Marine and boats
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    Medical equipment
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    Printing and packaging
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    Warehouse and logistics
HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

How to Buy at Auction With Finance

A step by step guide to buying equipment at auction with pre-approved finance.

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Complete the Form
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Provide us with some basic information about your business and financing requirements via our secure website.

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Speak With an
Industry Specialist

Your brokers assess your requirements and guide you through gathering the right documents to secure approval quickly.

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Get Pre-Approved
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Receive a clear pre-approval with transparent terms and repayment options that suit your cash flow.

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Financing
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Your finance broker will work with you to source the best funding offers available and guide your application to success.

RECENT SETTLEMENTS

Real Auction Finance Approvals

See how we help Australian businesses.

Barinder Singh

Transport Operator

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2025 Tipper Trailer

Transport

$150,000

Barinder needed a new tipper trailer to keep up with growing contract work but didn’t own property and didn’t have a deposit available. Traditional lenders declined the deal based on security requirements.
We structured the finance around the strength of the business income and the asset itself, delivering approval and settlement within 24 hours so the trailer could be put straight to work.

Neil Johnson

Earthmoving Contractor

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2005 CAT Excavator

Contractor

$60,000

Neil was purchasing a used excavator to support ongoing civil jobs but needed a simple low-doc solution without extensive financials slowing the process down.
We secured approval within 24 hours using a streamlined low-doc structure , allowing him to secure the machine before another buyer stepped in

Bradley Moore

Owner-Driver

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2019 Scania Truck

Contractor

$100,000

Bradley found the right truck through a private seller and needed fast finance to avoid losing the deal. The transaction structure made traditional lenders hesitant.
We arranged a low-doc facility tailored to a private sale purchase and delivered approval inside 24 hours, enabling Bradley to secure the vehicle and get back on the road generating income.

Barinder Singh

Transport Operator

user Non-property owner dollar-circle No deposit clock 24hr turnaround

2025 Tipper Trailer

Transport

$150,000

Barinder needed a new tipper trailer to keep up with growing contract work but didn’t own property and didn’t have a deposit available. Traditional lenders declined the deal based on security requirements.
We structured the finance around the strength of the business income and the asset itself, delivering approval and settlement within 24 hours so the trailer could be put straight to work.

Neil Johnson

Earthmoving Contractor

document-text Low Doc clock 24hr approval

2005 CAT Excavator

Contractor

$60,000

Neil was purchasing a used excavator to support ongoing civil jobs but needed a simple low-doc solution without extensive financials slowing the process down.
We secured approval within 24 hours using a streamlined low-doc structure , allowing him to secure the machine before another buyer stepped in

Bradley Moore

Owner-Driver

user Private sale document-text Low Doc clock 24hr approval

2019 Scania Truck

Contractor

$100,000

Bradley found the right truck through a private seller and needed fast finance to avoid losing the deal. The transaction structure made traditional lenders hesitant.
We arranged a low-doc facility tailored to a private sale purchase and delivered approval inside 24 hours, enabling Bradley to secure the vehicle and get back on the road generating income.

Not Every Business Fits a Bank Template

Major banks often apply rigid policies that do not reflect how transport, construction or agricultural businesses actually operate.

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Asset value & condition

We consider the value, age, and condition of your asset, not just your credit history.

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Business use

Finance solutions tailored to how your equipment supports daily business operations.

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Deposit position

Low-deposit and zero-deposit options available for eligible applicants.

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Repayment capacity

Repayment plans structured around your cash flow and business revenue.

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What Our Clients Say

 Thousands of Australian business owners trust us for fast approvals, flexible terms, and exceptional service. 

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FAQs

Auction Finance FAQs

How far in advance should I apply?
At least 48 hours before the auction, ideally a week. This gives us time to fully assess your application and provide a
What if I do not win anything?
Pre-approval costs nothing and has no obligation. If you do not win a lot, the pre-approval simply expires or can be use
Can I finance equipment from any auction house?
Yes. Pickles, Manheim, GraysOnline, Lloyds, Asset Alliance, and all regional and specialist auctioneers. If it is a legi
What happens if the final price is different from my pre-approval?
If you win for less than your pre-approved amount, we simply adjust the finance down. If the price exceeds your pre-appr
Do auction purchases attract different rates?
Not typically. The rate depends on the equipment and your profile, not the purchase source. Auction purchases from known
Can I inspect the equipment before the auction?
Most auction houses offer inspection periods before the auction. We strongly recommend inspecting any equipment before b

Still Have a Question?

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