http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/ Recent News from British Car Auctions en-gb Sun, 05 Feb 2012 05:22:08 GMT @copyright BCA Europe 15 http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/ http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/images/rss_news.gif Dwindling supplies of used LCVs could impact the small business sector according to a new BCA report by Professor Peter Cooke and the team at Buckingham University Centre for Automotive Management. ‘The Used LCV Market Report 2012’ suggests ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12035&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12035&lang=en-gb Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:39:57 GMT Lex Autolease and BCA combined for a special sale at BCA Bedford on 10th January, featuring 400 end-of-lease cars that included with a special selection of prestige and sporting models.... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12027&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12027&lang=en-gb Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:24:06 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse data shows average LCV values fell slightly in December, largely due to the combination of reduced demand in the run-up to the Christmas period and the shorter trading period... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12026&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12026&lang=en-gb Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:14:59 GMT BCA has confirmed that it is transferring business from its centres in Newport and Tewkesbury to the supercentre at Bridgwater just off Junction 23 of the M5. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12023&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12023&lang=en-gb Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:22:59 GMT BCA has made two key appointments in the specialist commercial vehicle sales sector. Dominic Burr has been appointed as Auction Manager of BCA Measham Commercials and Charles Sheffield takes up a new role as Group Senior Commercial Auctioneer. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12025&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12025&lang=en-gb Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:23:00 GMT Increased demand over a shortened trading period with reduced volumes in December saw average values improve by £250 (up 4.0%) compared to November, according to BCA’s latest Pulse report. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12024&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12024&lang=en-gb Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:22:59 GMT One of the most exclusive performance supercars in the world is to star in a massive sale staged by Lex Autolease and BCA at the Bedford centre on Tuesday, 10th January at 10:30am. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12011&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12011&lang=en-gb Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:45:33 GMT BCA has passed 100,000 online sales in 2011, reaching that figure nearly a month earlier than in 2010. The 100,000th car – a 2009 Audi A3 Sport – was sold in the GE Capital sale at BCA Blackbushe on 30th November. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12008&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12008&lang=en-gb Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:14:38 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse data shows average values were virtually static in November, as the market experienced weaker demand in the run-up to the Christmas period. There was some seasonal price pressure in the big volume sectors ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12007&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12007&lang=en-gb Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:14:38 GMT Underlining the continuing demand for prestige and executive vehicles, BCA is staging two high profile Top Car sales this week at the Nottingham auction centre. With Christmas on the horizon, have you been good enough to ask Santa for a luxury car? http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12006&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12006&lang=en-gb Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:14:38 GMT Well balanced supply and demand in November saw average values improve by nearly 4% compared to October, according to BCA’s latest Pulse report. On average, values rose by £238 (3.9%) to £6,201, the second highest value ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12005&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=12005&lang=en-gb Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:14:38 GMT Lex Autolease and BCA are combining to stage the UK’s first ever auction dedicated to environmentally friendly Hybrid models at BCA Blackbushe, Surrey on Friday December 9, 2011. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11998&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11998&lang=en-gb Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:20:38 GMT BCA – the UK’s biggest seller of used cars - is launching a new sales product that offers a range of benefits to buyers and sellers alike. BCA Assured provides peace of mind to buyers... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11997&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11997&lang=en-gb Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:46:41 GMT The real cost of damage when LCV’s are sold is rising according to new data released by BCA. Figures outlining the total average cost of damage on LCVs inspected by BCA has risen by 18% year-on-year ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11996&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11996&lang=en-gb Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:46:41 GMT BCA is launching a new initiative to raise funds for BEN, the motor industries Benevolent Fund. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11995&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11995&lang=en-gb Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:28:41 GMT A Range Rover Evoque will be offered for sale next Monday (14 November) at BCA Derby. It will be the first to be sold at auction in the UK. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11994&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11994&lang=en-gb Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:28:41 GMT BCA is reporting a strong start to Q4 with additional volume through physical and online channels, even though much of the market is experiencing supply issues. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11993&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11993&lang=en-gb Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:28:41 GMT Rising supplies of used cars in October combined with seasonal issues and relatively static demand in the wholesale sector saw average values fall by over 4%, according to BCA’s latest Pulse report. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11992&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11992&lang=en-gb Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:07:40 GMT LCV values continued at exceptionally high levels as October recorded the second highest average monthly value for 17 months. The combined effect of stock issues and strong demand kept values firm according to BCA’s latest Pulse data. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11991&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11991&lang=en-gb Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:46:41 GMT Hertz, the world’s leading general use car rental brand, has appointed BCA to manage the sales of the company’s used cars in Europe for an initial three-year period. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11990&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11990&lang=en-gb Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:46:41 GMT As predicted, the combination of supply issues and seasonal demand in September saw values climb for the second month, according to BCA’s latest Pulse report. On average, values increased by £364 (6.2%) to £6,252, the first time http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11974&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11974&lang=en-gb Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:25:42 GMT In a first for the remarketing industry, BCA has introduced QR codes to marketing and point of sale material throughout its UK network. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11973&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11973&lang=en-gb Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:25:42 GMT Average LCV values reached their highest point for 16 months in September, as the combined effect of stock issues and high demand saw values rise sharply, according to BCA’s latest Pulse data. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11972&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11972&lang=en-gb Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:25:42 GMT Underlining the continuing demand for prestige and executive vehicles, BCA is doubling its Top Car programme in the Midlands with the introduction of a second sale every month at the Nottingham centre. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11970&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11970&lang=en-gb Mon, 07 Nov 2011 10:50:43 GMT Data contained in the 2011 Used Car Market Report published by BCA and written by Professor Peter Cooke, University of Buckingham, show that the used LCV market is facing a potential ‘black hole’ in supply in the years ahead. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11969&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11969&lang=en-gb Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:07:45 GMT The overall value of used cars sold last year reached a record breaking £35 billion as the used car market continued to lead the recovery in the motor industry. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11967&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11967&lang=en-gb Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:35:47 GMT A clutch of Ferrari’s star in British Car Auctions next Top Car sale on Thursday 22 September. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11963&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11963&lang=en-gb Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:30:45 GMT There was a blip in average LCV values last month, with a fall of £74 recorded between July and August according to BCA’s latest Pulse data. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11961&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11961&lang=en-gb Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:14:44 GMT Reduced supply in August has resulted in a price bounce according to BCA’s latest Pulse report. The figures show that, on average, values increased by over £250, with fleet/lease and nearly-new stock showing substantial month-on-month rises. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11962&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11962&lang=en-gb Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:58:45 GMT A major new report from BCA examines the relationship between the state of the country’s economy, used vehicle supply and the retail used car market. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11952&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11952&lang=en-gb Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:30:53 GMT The LCV markets remained steady in July, with a marginal fall in average value of just £10 recorded between June and July. Figures for July show that average values fell to £4,130 from the £4,140 ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11951&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11951&lang=en-gb Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:17:54 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that demand for older, lower value dealer part-exchange cars improved in July, but the fleet & lease sector has experienced more price pressure. The headline average used car value declined in July ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11946&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11946&lang=en-gb Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:40:54 GMT BCA has released data on used car market performance at the half-year point that shows the used car markets are relatively steady despite the ongoing economic gloom and concerns from many parts of the UK retail sector. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11942&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11942&lang=en-gb Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:17:00 GMT BCA and BMW (UK) have combined for a special sale staged at BMW's impressive Headquarters in Munich. BMW flew 120 UK based dealers to the massive complex, which includes the Group’s head office.... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11941&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11941&lang=en-gb Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:17:00 GMT The LCV markets remained steady in June, with some typical seasonal price pressure resulting in an average drop of £78 - equivalent to just under 2% - across the board. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11932&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11932&lang=en-gb Wed, 13 Jul 2011 16:18:14 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car sold values declined in June, as would typically be expected at the onset of the summer months. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11931&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11931&lang=en-gb Wed, 13 Jul 2011 16:18:13 GMT A British Car Auctions (BCA) event held at Microsoft’s London Headquarters has urged the used car industry to develop a mobile strategy. BCA combined with Microsoft, TBS Enterprise Mobility ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11928&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11928&lang=en-gb Thu, 07 Jul 2011 16:38:12 GMT Slower new van sales three years ago are now starting to impact the current used van market according to BCA. With fewer vans entering the contract hire market in the second half of 2008.... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11927&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11927&lang=en-gb Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:58:11 GMT New data from BCA suggests there is a significant shift in the way professional buyers are prepared to acquire their LCV stock. Sales via the Live Online channel accounted for over 20% of all BCA LCV sales last year, compared to just 5% in 2009. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11926&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11926&lang=en-gb Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:58:11 GMT BCA Nottingham hosted a hugely successful BMW Group repatriation event on 1 June featuring vehicles from BMW Group as well as seven additional Vendors invited from the BMW group Corporate customer base. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11920&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11920&lang=en-gb Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:37:27 GMT Juke - the compact crossover from Nissan – made a sparkling used car market debut in a special sale conducted by BCA and JTK Remarketing at Silverstone earlier this month. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11919&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11919&lang=en-gb Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:54:28 GMT The LCV markets bounced back strongly in May following the disruption caused by the combination of increasing fuel costs, the late Easter, the Royal nuptials, and the hottest April on record. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11918&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11918&lang=en-gb Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:54:27 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car sold values climbed in May as the market recovered from the disrupted trading patterns experienced in April. The bulk of the recovery was felt in the dealer part-exchange sector... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11909&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11909&lang=en-gb Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:38:28 GMT Lex Autolease and BCA will offer a spectacular section of 450 cars in a Thrilling Thursday Sale at BCA Nottingham on Thursday 9th June, commencing at 10:00am. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11897&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11897&lang=en-gb Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:20:28 GMT Citroën UK achieved a excellent result in a special Live Online Closed Sale at BCA Measham on Friday 20th May. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11895&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11895&lang=en-gb Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:20:28 GMT BCA is reporting a successful opening for its new remarketing centre in France, based in the historic city of Nimes in the South-East of the country.... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11896&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11896&lang=en-gb Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:26:27 GMT There are busy times ahead for everyone at BCA Blackbushe as staff and customers celebrate its 25th Jubilee this month. Officially opened by HRH Prince Michael of Kent on 20th May 1986... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11892&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11892&lang=en-gb Thu, 19 May 2011 16:25:28 GMT BMW Group repatriation event turns over nearly £5 million in sales at BCA Nottingham... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11891&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11891&lang=en-gb Thu, 19 May 2011 16:25:28 GMT The first tangible signs of price pressure and falling demand in the used commercial vehicle market were recorded in April, according to new data released today by BCA. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11890&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11890&lang=en-gb Thu, 19 May 2011 16:25:28 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car sold values fell in April, with both volume sectors of fleet/lease and part-exchange vehicles experiencing price falls. Sold volumes also declined month on month and conversions fell dramatically. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11889&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11889&lang=en-gb Thu, 19 May 2011 16:25:28 GMT With electric vans rarely coming into the remarketing arena, market watchers were focused on BCA Blackbushe when a Smith Edison E-van was recently offered for sale. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11878&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11878&lang=en-gb Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:26:38 GMT BCA has released details of sales volumes for its Live Online sales channel for the first Quarter of 2011, reinforcing the growing popularity of this crucial remarketing tool. Having already surged past 100,000 units sold online in the UK... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11877&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11877&lang=en-gb Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:05:38 GMT Used commercial values held firm as sold volumes again rose sharply according to the latest data from BCA. Figures for March show that average values rose by £34 (less than 1%) compared to February... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11876&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11876&lang=en-gb Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:23:38 GMT 335 convertibles sports and prestige cars sell for £3.9 million at Lex Autolease and Black Horse sale at BCA Belle Vue... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11872&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11872&lang=en-gb Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:28:38 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car values fell in March, although there was negligible price pressure in the big volume sectors of fleet & lease and dealer part-exchange vehicles. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11871&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11871&lang=en-gb Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:28:38 GMT 360 convertibles sports and prestige cars sell for £4.3 million at Lex Autolease and Black Horse sale at BCA... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11870&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11870&lang=en-gb Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:25:39 GMT What are the sure signs of Spring’s arrival? Daffodils blooming? Lighter evenings? BCA’s first specialist convertible sale of the year? Then spring must be imminent as Lex Autolease and Black Horse will stage the first in a series... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11861&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11861&lang=en-gb Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:08:38 GMT Demand continued to keep values relatively firm in the used commercial vehicle market in February, despite volumes rising sharply. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11860&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11860&lang=en-gb Tue, 19 Apr 2011 13:40:39 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average values rose marginally in February, largely due to a richer model mix in the nearly-new sector. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11842&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11842&lang=en-gb Thu, 31 Mar 2011 12:26:38 GMT The latest price data from BCA shows that diesel cars continue to enjoy a substantial price premium over petrol models, despite the fact that diesel cars are sold at a higher average mileage. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11831&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11831&lang=en-gb Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:18:00 GMT The New Year in the commercial vehicle market marked a welcome return to more usual trading patterns, according to BCA’s latest Pulse report. Average values rose in January across the board... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11830&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11830&lang=en-gb Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:18:00 GMT BCA Birmingham recorded a great result in the special 20/20 Cricketing Themed Sale staged last week, featuring a shared sales platform between ING Car Lease and LeasePlan http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11828&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11828&lang=en-gb Mon, 28 Feb 2011 17:08:40 GMT It’s already been a switched-on 2011 for Jerome Chandrian, General Manager of Ruislip Honda as he was a lucky winner in a BCA Bid Now/Buy Now competition to win an Apple I-Pad. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11810&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11810&lang=en-gb Thu, 17 Feb 2011 15:22:30 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average values rose in January following the disruption caused by the Arctic conditions and shorter trading period in December. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11807&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11807&lang=en-gb Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:06:06 GMT According to BCA – the UK’s biggest seller of commercial vehicles - there has been a significant increase in the value of 4x4 pick-ups in recent weeks with both lifestyle and workhorse models performing strongly. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11806&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11806&lang=en-gb Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:06:06 GMT The early days of 2011 have seen exceptional levels of trading at BCA, with the second week in January being one of the best on record for the Group. BCA sold nearly 14,000 cars, vans .... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11787&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11787&lang=en-gb Thu, 27 Jan 2011 14:01:49 GMT 4x4 sales help LCV values to rally in December. Model mix helped average LCV values rally marginally in December from November’s low point, as the wintry conditions boosted sales of higher value 4x4 models. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11759&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11759&lang=en-gb Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:36:34 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average values rose in December in a short month for trading that was also very short of stock. With only three full weeks of trading ...... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11755&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11755&lang=en-gb Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:13:24 GMT The Trust Volkswagen Group made a very successful start to its new, regular sale programme at BCA’s Birmingham Auction centre in Langley Drive. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11756&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11756&lang=en-gb Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:13:24 GMT BCA welcomes the Brindley Garages Group to its regular Saturday sale at the Walsall Auction centre in Green Lane. Brindley Garages Group will have a dedicated sales section every Saturday commencing at 10.30 am and featuring around 60 cars every week. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11749&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11749&lang=en-gb Fri, 07 Jan 2011 13:52:11 GMT BMW sales at BCA enjoyed a strong end of year flourish in December. A special BMW Closed ‘virtual auction’, staged at the Park Plaza Riverbank, London on 9 December saw 325 cars offered live via a giant screen.. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11748&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11748&lang=en-gb Fri, 07 Jan 2011 13:52:11 GMT BCA has released details of online sales volumes for 2010, which surged past 100,000 units in the UK for the first time on record. In Europe, a further 89,000 units were transacted online by BCA... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11747&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11747&lang=en-gb Fri, 07 Jan 2011 13:32:24 GMT BCA helped raise hundreds of pounds for charities involved in the fight against cancer through the sale of a limited edition Pink Passion Smart ForTwo Car. The event was organised by BCA and car dealer Fred Andy. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11742&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11742&lang=en-gb Fri, 10 Dec 2010 16:21:27 GMT Average LCV values in November slipped to their lowest point this year, as weakening demand combined with increasing volumes to affect resale values in the wholesale market. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11741&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11741&lang=en-gb Fri, 10 Dec 2010 16:01:38 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average values were flat in November with month on month values averaging exactly the same value as recorded in October. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11740&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11740&lang=en-gb Fri, 10 Dec 2010 16:23:33 GMT BCA buyers are beating the snow and travel chaos by logging on to Live Online, Bid Now and Buy Now and bidding for vehicles over the internet as the big freeze hits the UK. Although BCA has not missed a single sale since the cold snap began. . http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11736&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11736&lang=en-gb Fri, 03 Dec 2010 10:18:15 GMT BCA reports that the end of the year has seen a very sudden and substantial increase in LCV stock in the marketplace coinciding with the traditional year-end slowdown for many traders and retailers. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11735&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11735&lang=en-gb Thu, 02 Dec 2010 11:10:16 GMT Strong demand combined with lower than expected volumes resulted in average values for LCV’s rising at BCA in October. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11732&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11732&lang=en-gb Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:55:44 GMT BCA is auctioning one of just 100 Pink Passion Smart ForTwo Cars to help raise money for a leading cancer hospital. The sale takes place at 1.00 pm on Monday, 22 November at BCA Blackbushe. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11726&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11726&lang=en-gb Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:20:29 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car values fell back by £146 in October as the used market continued to settle into a more typical seasonal pattern. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11731&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11731&lang=en-gb Tue, 16 Nov 2010 16:00:34 GMT BCA has sold every type of commercial vehicle from electric Megavans to 60 tonne cranes over the years, but these life-sized ‘train sets’ feature among the more unusual vehicles the company has handled. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11717&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11717&lang=en-gb Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:37:59 GMT British Car Auctions’ centre in Belle Vue Manchester has raised nearly £3,000 for leading cancer centre, The Christie in Manchester. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11716&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11716&lang=en-gb Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:44:40 GMT British Car Auctions’ centre in Belle Vue Manchester has raised nearly £3,000 for leading cancer centre, The Christie in Manchester. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11715&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11715&lang=en-gb Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:27:58 GMT Average values for LCV’s at BCA slipped by £65 in September, largely as a result of a changing model mix that saw volumes of cheaper P/X vehicles increase by 25% over the month. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11714&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11714&lang=en-gb Fri, 22 Oct 2010 10:55:47 GMT There is further proof that the used market is settling back into a more typical seasonal pattern as BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car values climbed in September. Although the average rise over August was nominal ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11709&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11709&lang=en-gb Mon, 11 Oct 2010 12:40:58 GMT BCA and Car Dealer Magazine combined to offer a special entry of cars that recently competed in the third Bangers4BEN fundraising event. The challenge was to complete a sponsored trip from Dover to Monaco and back in a car costing no more than £500.. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11706&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11706&lang=en-gb Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:19:20 GMT Average values for LCV’s at BCA rose in August, halting a three-month decline. Trade activity picked up in advance of the expected September rush and values improved by £99 to £4,211 in August, compared to the £168 fall recorded in July. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11705&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11705&lang=en-gb Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:19:20 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that the used car market rallied in August with values rising as supply reduced and professional buyers prepared for the busy autumn period. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11701&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11701&lang=en-gb Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:03:09 GMT The 2010 Used Car Market Report from BCA shows that the motor industry began the long climb out of recession in 2009, despite new and used car volumes reaching their lowest points this decade. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11681&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11681&lang=en-gb Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:37:35 GMT BCA has published half-year data from its Pulse database that highlights some of the longer-term trends that are otherwise disguised within the monthly figures. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11667&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11667&lang=en-gb Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:43:56 GMT According to BCA’s latest Pulse Report, average values for LCV’s fell for the third consecutive month in July, as the slower summer season took hold of the market... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11666&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11666&lang=en-gb Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:43:56 GMT Lex Autolease and BCA combined for another successful special auction event earlier this month, with the star car - a Rolls-Royce Phantom Drop Head Coupe – selling for £195,500. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11664&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11664&lang=en-gb Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:18:16 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that demand for older, lower value dealer part-exchange cars is largely unchanged in July, but the fleet & lease sector has experienced more price pressure... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11661&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11661&lang=en-gb Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:27:25 GMT BCA is offering its customers a free download PDF web-guide or printed manual which shows how to get the best out of the variety of services on offer at the company’s new website http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11660&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11660&lang=en-gb Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:16:51 GMT A special ‘virtual’ sale conducted by BCA on behalf of Citroen in July sold 400 cars for a 100% conversion and generated a turnover in excess of £3 million. The Citroen Virtual Sale took place on 20 July at the Oakley Court Hotel in Windsor ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11659&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11659&lang=en-gb Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:16:51 GMT BCA reports there was a significant shift in model mix during the month, which has undoubtedly influenced values during June. Against all expectations, used car values at BCA showed a modest increase in June... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11658&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11658&lang=en-gb Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:26:32 GMT BCA has today published ‘The Used LCV Market Report 2010’, a new publication aimed at highlighting the critical role LCV’s play in the wealth and prosperity of the UK. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11634&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11634&lang=en-gb Fri, 02 Jul 2010 13:04:39 GMT A special ‘virtual’ sale conducted by BCA on behalf of the BMW Group recorded a 100% conversion and generated a turnover in excess of £8.4 million in June. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11626&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11626&lang=en-gb Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:42:35 GMT BCA Bridgwater, Somerset staged a special fund-raising sale on Thursday 27th May with a charity auction to raise funds for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11625&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11625&lang=en-gb Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:42:35 GMT A Bugatti Veyron, one of the world’s most desirable supercars, was the star car in a sell out sale of 400 sports cars, coupes, performance vehicles, motorcycles and convertibles at BCA Blackbushe on Saturday 5th June. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11609&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11609&lang=en-gb Thu, 10 Jun 2010 16:37:17 GMT Steve Paine has returned to BCA Blackbushe to resume his position as Sales Manager following a secondment to BCA’s Birmingham centre. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11608&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11608&lang=en-gb Thu, 10 Jun 2010 16:37:17 GMT BCA picked up one of the headline awards at the Fleet World Honours ceremony held at the RAC Club in London on 18th May. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11597&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11597&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:31 GMT A Bugatti Veyron, one of the world’s most desirable supercars. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11396&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11396&lang=en-gb Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:02:14 GMT April established a new highest average monthly value in the used van market according to BCA’s latest Pulse Report. Used LCV’s averaged £4,693 across the board in April, an increase of £193 (4.2%) compared to March’s figure. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11592&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11592&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:31 GMT Average used car values increased by £80 (1.4%) in April at BCA, to reach £5,871. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11590&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11590&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:31 GMT BCA Bridgwater, Somerset stages a special multi-vendor sale on Thursday 27th May incorporating a charity auction to raise funds for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11589&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11589&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:31 GMT Lex Autolease and Black Horse offered 319 convertibles at BCA Brighouse on Wednesday 28th April and sold 309 for a 97% conversion that generated a turnover of £3.6 million pounds http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11587&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11587&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:31 GMT The sale of a large one-owner collection of classic cars dating from the late-1940s to the 1980s attracted a massive crowd of buyers to BCA Blackbushe on Bank Holiday Monday, 3rd May. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11588&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11588&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:31 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that despite a small fall in the overall average value of used cars in March, this was due to a change in mix that saw greater volumes of cars sold in the lower value sectors. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11586&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11586&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:31 GMT Strong demand continues to fuel prices in the used van market according to BCA, as March 2010 recorded the second highest average value on record, according to the latest Pulse Report. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11585&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11585&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT A large collection of classic cars dating from the late-1940s to the 1980s will be offered for sale at BCA Blackbushe on Bank Holiday Monday, 3rd May. The collection has been in the hands of one owner for many years. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11584&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11584&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT The continued momentum in the used LCV market set yet another record average value of £4,585 in February, an increase of £158 over January’s figure of £4,427 according to BCA. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11582&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11582&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT What are the sure signs of Spring’s arrival? Daffodils blooming? Lighter evenings? BCA’s first specialist convertible sale of the year? http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11581&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11581&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT BCA Peterborough reinforced its position as the UK’S number one Motorbike auction with a stellar result in its most recent sale on Friday 26th February 2010 http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11580&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11580&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT BCA’s Pulse report shows that average used car values rose marginally in February, increasing by under half a percent compared to January’s figure to £5,959. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11579&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11579&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT BCA’s Dealer Training Division has launched a new training course on how to buy profitably at auction. Aimed at all levels of dealer staff involved in stock procurement.... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11583&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11583&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT A new report from Prof Peter Cooke published by BCA looks at the issues facing LCV operators and the used markets in the wake of the recession. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11578&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11578&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT A vintage Ford Cortina 2000GT with a BBC pedigree was sold for £2,200 in the Top Car Sale at BCA Blackbushe on Monday, 15th February. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11577&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11577&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:02:30 GMT British Car Auctions offers a car that is both rare and cultured in the Top Car Sale at BCA Blackbushe on Monday, 15th February, when a Ford Cortina formerly featured in the BBC’s Culture Show is offered for sale. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11455&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11455&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 09:44:53 GMT A special closed auction conducted by BCA on behalf of the BMW Group at Nottingham on 4th February sold 265 vehicles for a 100% conversion that generated a turnover of £8.1 million. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11454&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11454&lang=en-gb Wed, 02 Jun 2010 09:44:53 GMT Average values for 4x4’s reached record levels at BCA in January, according to the company’s latest Pulse Price Report. The price rise comes in the wake of the heavy snowfall and traffic problems experienced by much of the country last month. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11453&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11453&lang=en-gb Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:45:33 GMT BCA’s Pulse report shows that average used car values decreased in January, following an increase in December, but once again this was largely due to a change in model mix. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11452&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11452&lang=en-gb Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:41:47 GMT BCA has secured the 2010 Business Car Award for Best Remarketing Company. It is the fifteenth time in total BCA has won the Award in this category. The award is voted for by readers of Business Car magazine ... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11444&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11444&lang=en-gb Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:00:29 GMT A special sale of prestige, sporting and executive cars at BCA Nottingham on 21 January attracted over 300 buyers to bid in the auction hall, with a further 216 dealers bidding over the internet via BCA’s Live Online service. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11443&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11443&lang=en-gb Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:00:29 GMT Latest figures from BCA show that December displaced November’s place in the record books to deliver a new high for average LCV values. Buyers continued to compete strongly for commercial stock right through to the year-end... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11438&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11438&lang=en-gb Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:07:40 GMT December displaced November’s place in the record books to deliver a new high for average LCV values as buyers continued to compete strongly for commercial stock right through to the year end... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11436&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11436&lang=en-gb Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:56:53 GMT BCA’s latest Pulse report shows that average used car values increased in December, following three months where values have fallen. Much of this was due to a change in model mix that saw a greater percentage of higher value nearly-new cars sold.... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11435&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11435&lang=en-gb Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:47:31 GMT BCA start the year under new owners by announcing one of the biggest remarketing deals in the industry, as UK Car Group sign a new two-year preferred remarketing partner agreement. http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11437&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11437&lang=en-gb Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:40:33 GMT BCA buyers beat the cold weather by logging on to Live Online and bidding for vehicles over the internet on the first day’s trading of the New Year. Nearly 2,500 online buyers ..... http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11425&lang=en-gb http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/default.aspx?page=11425&lang=en-gb Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:53:33 GMT