Today, it’s more convenient than ever to participate in an auction and find the equipment you need. JJ Kane’s online auction format makes it simple to register and bid on vehicles and equipment — and preview and inspection days make it easy to inspect the equipment considering before you decide to purchase.
What is a Preview and Inspection Day?
A preview and inspection day for an auction is a day when customers can visit the auction site and look at vehicles and/or equipment before making bids in the online auction. Customers can inspect auction items in person instead of basing their decision exclusively on photos and descriptions online.
To help bidders feel confident in their purchases, JJ Kane encourages participation in our preview and inspection days. While attending an inspection day in person is not required — thanks to our detailed listings, photographs and descriptions — we believe on-site inspections offer added value. These opportunities allow buyers to see equipment firsthand, ask questions and confirm the equipment will meet their needs before bidding.
What Are the Benefits of a Preview and Inspection Day?
- Informed Bidding Decisions: Preview and inspection days give customers the opportunity to verify the equipment’s condition and features up close. While our detailed online listings and photos provide extensive information, in‑person inspections offer an added layer of confidence for bidders who prefer a firsthand review.
- Confidence and Transparency: JJ Kane provides a transparent auction process at every step, and we give our customers the opportunity to “try before you buy” and validate what you’ve reviewed in our comprehensive online descriptions so that you can feel complete confidence in your purchase.
- Direct Access to Knowledgeable Staff: Customers often have questions about equipment before and after seeing it in person. Preview and inspection days allow you to ask these questions to JJ Kane associates in person and get immediate answers, ensuring you fully understand the equipment you’re considering before placing bids.
Please note that JJ Kane Auctions strives to disclose any known conditions ahead of time, but we do not perform full, mechanical inspections on our items unless deemed by federal or state regulations.
Where Do Preview and Inspection Days Take Place?
JJ Kane customers can inspect vehicles and equipment at one of our 90+ locations nationwide. Some locations may have restrictions or require an appointment prior to arrival. Details and hours of operation can be found at the bottom of a lot detail’s listing page. If you have any questions, please reach out to our team, and we will ensure you have all the necessary information for planning your visit.
When Do Preview and Inspection Days Take Place?
At most JJ Kane auction sites, customers are welcome to inspect equipment or vehicles in-person from 8 a.m.–4 p.m. during the two business days prior to the first day of auction closing.
How Can I Participate in a Preview and Inspection Day for a JJ Kane Auction?
JJ Kane maintains an online calendar with an up-to-date list of our current and upcoming auctions.
Dates and times for preview and inspection days can vary based on auction time and location — please contact us to receive the latest information on preview and inspection days.