Sales
Sell an important motorcycle properly.
Selling a collectible motorcycle deserves more than uploading an advert. Oulton handles presentation, research, marketing and negotiation while the motorcycle stays securely stored with us.
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Sales agency
Oulton stores, prepares, markets and handles the sale from first enquiry to handover. The motorcycle remains securely with us throughout.
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Discreet / off-market
For owners who do not want a motorcycle widely advertised, we can approach known collectors directly and privately.
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Direct purchase
Selected motorcycles considered for direct purchase where an owner would prefer an immediate, straightforward transaction.
Why agency suits collectors
- Professional photography
- Detailed research
- Correct presentation
- Access to specialist buyers
- Secure viewing
- No strangers visiting your home
- Negotiation handled
- Payment and handover managed
- UK and international transport support
Our proposition
Straightforward terms.
- Sales commission
- 10%
- Minimum commission
- £1,000
- Marketing fee
- £300
- First month's storage
- Included when marketed for sale
- Collection, preparation & remedial work
- Quoted separately
VAT treatment to be confirmed. All figures are quoted before any collection, preparation or remedial work, which is estimated separately.
Comparison
Oulton, private sale and auction
| Consideration | Oulton | Selling privately | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control over asking price | Agreed with you | Full control | Reserve only |
| Time to market | Prepared, then listed | Immediate | Fixed sale date |
| Buyer reach | Specialist collectors | General market | Auction audience |
| Presentation | Professional photography & research | Owner-prepared | Catalogue entry |
| Viewing management | Handled by Oulton | At your home | Sale preview |
| Negotiation | Handled by Oulton | Direct with buyers | Bidding |
| Seller fees | Commission & marketing fee | None | Seller commission |
| Buyer premium | None | None | Typically applies |
| Timing certainty | Flexible | Variable | Fixed date |
Each route suits different circumstances. Auctions can be an excellent option where a fixed sale date matters; a private sale can work well where an owner already knows the buyer.
Submission
Tell us about your motorcycle
The more detail you can provide, the more useful our first response will be. Everything is treated in confidence.