Slattery Auctions & Valuations is a leading Australian auction house that has helped businesses, governments, and individuals unlock the true value of their assets for over two decades.

Founded in Newcastle, New South Wales, in 2000, Slattery is an Australian-owned company with offices across NSW, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia. The company specialises in the auction and valuation of vehicles, trucks, plant and machinery, mining equipment, agricultural assets, and surplus commercial stock. With a strong focus on professionalism, transparency, and modern online bidding technology, Slattery ensures a smooth and reliable auction experience for both buyers and sellers.

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How Slattery Auctions Works

Slattery hosts multiple auction categories and listing types. It is a nationwide vehicle auction platform offering 50+ vehicles for bidding on any given day. Buyers can purchase quality vehicles through a simple online bidding system and physical yard auctions, placing a refundable deposit and only paying the buyer's premium if they secure the deal. Slattery operates both online and onsite, allowing buyers across Australia to participate online or attend in person for inspections and bidding.

Slattery allows physical inspection and collection of vehicles at the following locations:

• Newcastle, NSW — 230 Old Maitland Road, Hexham NSW 2322
• Sydney, NSW — 2 Ashford Avenue, Milperra NSW 2214
• Melbourne, VIC — 41-45 Hydrive Close, Dandenong South VIC 3175
• Brisbane, QLD — 3/57 Hayward Street, Stafford QLD 4053
• Mackay, QLD — 119A Boundary Road, Paget QLD 4740
• Roma, QLD — 142 Roma Downs Road, Roma QLD 4455
• Perth, WA — 96 Poole Street, Welshpool WA 6106
• Karratha, WA — 38 Exploration Drive, Gap Ridge WA 6714
• Canberra, ACT — 18-22 Lithgow Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609
• Adelaide, SA — 3-5 Bollen Street, Kilkenny Adelaide SA 5009

Types of Auctions on Slattery

Slattery lists vehicles across a wide range of categories. Usually, 6 different types of auctions are held regularly or occasionally:

1. Cars, Commercial Vehicles & Motorcycles
2. Prestige Cars
3. Trucks & Trailers
4. Machinery, Mining & Earthmoving
5. Marine
6. Number plates

Auction Structure

• Auctions are conducted both online and physical across Australia
• Each vehicle has its own scheduled closing time
• Listings are typically active for 2–14 days
• Auctions may also include Buy Now and Simulcast bidding options
• A "Last Call" extension applies if bids are placed in the final moments

Information Available on Listings

Listings usually include:

• Vehicle make, model and year
• Odometer (km)
• Transmission and fuel type
• Condition notes
• Multiple images showing different angles
• Inspection Location/Date
• Service History / Registration Number
• History of Bidding
• Buyer's Premium

Overall, Slattery positions itself as a transparent and flexible alternative to traditional car buying.

Listings & Vehicle Details

Slattery listings generally include detailed descriptions such as model, year, odometer (km), transmission, fuel type, inspection location and pickup details. This allows buyers to shortlist vehicles efficiently before deeper research.

Vehicle Condition

Cars in auctions aren't limited to poor condition or low-quality stock. Auction vehicles can range from well-maintained cars to those that require repairs and maintenance. Slattery vehicle listings can be divided into three broad types:

1. Good Condition: younger, well-maintained vehicles
2. Average Condition: everyday used vehicles and older fleet cars that may show wear and tear
3. Specialty/Problematic: occasional classic or prestige vehicles, as well as cars with mechanical or cosmetic issues

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Buyer's Premium & Fee Structure

Instead of inflating car prices with hidden margins, Slattery keeps auction pricing simple and transparent with a clear buyer's premium — charged only when buyers successfully win a vehicle. It depends on the final bid price:

Our Rating

We evaluated Slattery across multiple criteria, alongside aggregated online customer sentiment (weighted average: 3.4 / 5 from Google and ProductReview across 58 reviews).

Slattery stands out for its professional asset handling, clear documentation, and strong inspection transparency, particularly for commercial and industrial vehicles. The slightly higher score reflects consistent reporting and buyer confidence, with only minor drawbacks related to competition, additional cost such as buyer's premium, and logistics.

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How to Bid on Slattery? Step by Step Guide

• 1
  Create an account on the Slattery Auctions website.
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  Provide your details — real name, address, phone number, and email.
• 3
  Complete identity verification (VOI) using an Australian Driver's Licence or accepted ID.
• 4
  Add a valid credit card to your account to be eligible to bid.
• 5
  Accept the User Agreement and Terms & Conditions to activate your bidding access.
• 6
  Browse the auction catalogue and choose the auction and vehicle you want to bid on.
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  Inspect the vehicle using online photos and condition reports, or attend an onsite inspection if available.
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  Register for bidding on your selected lot (a refundable deposit may be required).
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  Place your bid — set a maximum amount and the system will auto-bid up to that limit.
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  Monitor the auction — some lots have reserve prices, so the highest bid only wins if the reserve is met.
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  Receive notifications if you are outbid or if you win.
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  Pay and collect the vehicle within the required timeframe, following Slattery's terms.

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