AUTOMAX - the listing platform
We present vehicles integrated with the American Manheim auction databases, in Buy Now mode. This is the information and tools layer where you choose a car and place an order.
Rules
Brokerage
We do not sell cars from our own stock - we buy and import them for you. We explain the role of the AUTOMAX platform, how NEXTCAR-USA, the company that owns the AUTOMAX brand, operates, how the bidding power of attorney works and how we verify the history of every vehicle by its VIN.
- VIN verification of every car
- 100% open settlement
- Manheim source of listings
A transparent partnership model
The pillars of our brokerage
What our model is built on
- We act on your behalfPurchase and import carried out for the client, not a consignment sale.
- Power of attorney and price capA clear scope of authorization and an agreed maximum price.
- VIN due diligenceCarfax, AutoCheck, NMVTIS and the MMR valuation before bidding.
- Transparent costsThe price structure and our fee are known before we proceed.
Who we are in the transaction
Platform, attorney-in-fact and contractor
Importing a car from a wholesale auction in the USA requires dealer access, the authority to act on behalf of the buyer and efficient logistics and customs handling. That is why we separate these roles in a way that is transparent for the client.
On your behalf
Not from consignment
Power of attorney to act
Acting under the power of attorney granted, the contractor purchases the car, makes payment in the USA and assembles the export documents - always within the price cap agreed with you.
NEXTCAR-USA - the contractor
NEXTCAR-USA, the company that owns the AUTOMAX brand, handles the operational side of the entire process: the wholesale purchase, payments, ocean transport, customs clearance and delivery of the vehicle to Poland.
Who is responsible for what in the transaction
A clear separation of responsibilities is the foundation of trust. Below we set out what the platform handles and what falls to NEXTCAR-USA as the contractor.
| Area | Role | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Presenting listings | Platform | Making vehicles from the Manheim databases available together with data, photos and valuation - in accordance with the listing presentation rules. |
| Purchase | Contractor | Acting under the power of attorney: purchasing, payment in the USA, export documents. |
| Logistics and clearance | Contractor | Ocean freight, customs clearance in Rotterdam and delivery of the vehicle to an address in Poland. |
| Settlement | Jointly | An open structure: the price of the car + fees + the broker's commission, known before we proceed. |
Brokerage with no fine print
All wholesale purchasing, payments in the USA and import procedures are carried out by NEXTCAR-USA Sp. z o.o., the company that owns the AUTOMAX brand. The listing layer and order handling operate under the AUTOMAX brand - the roles are separated and the settlement is open.
VIN history analysis before purchase
Every vehicle has a unique 17-character VIN. It is the key by which we verify the car's past before we decide to buy on your behalf.
Carfax and AutoCheck
Vehicle history reports reveal accidents, repairs, the number of owners and odometer readings. AutoCheck additionally scores the car against vehicles in the same category.
NMVTIS and title brands
The government NMVTIS database shows title brands - salvage, rebuilt, junk or flood. This is a key signal about the damage history and the actual legal status of the vehicle.
MMR valuation and condition grade
The Manheim Market Report gives the market value of the model, while the auction Condition Grade describes the car's condition. Together they let us judge whether the price is fair.
How an order proceeds
How we carry out the brokerage step by step
From choosing a car to handing over the vehicle - the process is consistent and transparent, and you keep control of your budget at every stage.
1. Selection and order
You choose a car from the listings on the platform and place an order, specifying your expectations and the maximum price.
2. VIN verification
We check the vehicle's history (Carfax, AutoCheck, NMVTIS) and the MMR valuation so that you can make an informed decision.
3. Purchase on your behalf
Acting under the power of attorney, the contractor buys the car and makes payment in the USA within the agreed price cap.
4. Import and settlement
We arrange freight, customs clearance and delivery, and close the whole process with a transparent, documented settlement.
What we are responsible for - and what you should know
Honest brokerage also means clear boundaries. Below we state plainly what we take on and what to keep in mind when buying a used car from the USA.
- Diligent performance of the order
- We are responsible for the diligent performance of the brokerage activities in accordance with the power of attorney granted and the agreed terms.
- Listings consistent with source data
- We present the vehicle in accordance with the data, photos and description sourced from the Manheim auction databases.
- Transparent Billing
- Every cost component - the price of the car, fees and our commission - is known and documented before we proceed.
- Used car - assessed from documentation
- We are not the manufacturer of the vehicle. The condition of a used car is assessed on the basis of reports and the auction description, not a factory warranty.
Questions about brokerage
Full FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The key points regarding the brokerage model, power of attorney and vehicle verification.
Is AUTOMAX the seller of the car or a broker?
AUTOMAX is not the seller of the vehicle in the sense of a consignment dealer. The platform presents listings integrated with the American Manheim auction databases, while the actual purchase, payment in the USA and import are carried out under a power of attorney by NEXTCAR-USA, the company that owns the AUTOMAX brand. We therefore operate as a broker: we acquire and import the vehicle for and in the interest of the client, rather than selling a car from our own stock.
What does the power of attorney to purchase involve?
To buy a car at a wholesale Manheim auction, dealer access and the authority to act on behalf of the buyer are required. The client grants the contractor a power of attorney under which it purchases the vehicle, makes payment in the USA and assembles the export documents. The scope of authorization, the price cap and the terms are agreed before proceeding, so that the client keeps control of the budget.
How is the vehicle's history verified before purchase?
Every vehicle is identified by its 17-character VIN. As part of our due diligence we analyze history reports (Carfax, AutoCheck) and data from the government NMVTIS database, which reveals title brands such as salvage, rebuilt, junk or flood. We also check the MMR market valuation (Manheim Market Report) and the auction condition grade. This makes it possible to assess the risk and the real value of the car before purchase.
What is the broker responsible for, and what does it not guarantee?
The broker is responsible for the diligent and careful performance of the contracted activities: presenting the listing in accordance with source data, acting within the power of attorney, arranging the purchase, logistics and customs clearance, and providing a transparent settlement of costs. The broker is not, however, the manufacturer of the vehicle and does not guarantee that it will be free of defects or possess features that do not follow from the auction data and reports. The condition of a used car is always assessed on the basis of the available documentation and the auction description.
How are the settlement and the brokerage fee structured?
The settlement is transparent and consists of the purchase price of the vehicle plus service costs known in advance (auction fees, transport, customs clearance) and the broker's commission. We present the cost structure before we proceed, and you can make a preliminary estimate of the total in the Import Calculator. This way, even before the purchase, you know the expected final cost of the car in Poland.
Can I set a maximum price that I do not want to exceed?
Yes, and it is standard in our model. Before we proceed you set a maximum price within which the contractor acts under the power of attorney. If the price exceeds the agreed cap, the car is not purchased above your budget. This keeps the brokerage predictable and gives you full control over your spending.