Customizable Condition Reports:
Build Buyer Trust, Drive Higher Bids

The more a buyer knows about an item before bidding, the more confident they bid — and the higher your hammer prices go. Selling Lane's fully customizable condition reports let you disclose exactly what you sell.

Condition Reports

The number one reason bidders hold back? Uncertainty. When a buyer isn't sure about an item's condition, provenance, or included accessories, they protect themselves with a lower bid. Detailed, professional condition reports eliminate that uncertainty — and remove the ceiling on their bids.

Unlike rigid, one-size-fits-all templates from competitors, Selling Lane lets you build condition report templates tailored to exactly what you sell. Auto auctioneers need VIN numbers, mileage, and mechanical notes. Estate liquidators need provenance and dimensions. Jewelry auctioneers need carat weight and certificates. You build the template that fits your inventory.

Buyers can review condition reports before bidding — on desktop or mobile. Detailed disclosures build trust, reduce post-sale disputes, and give serious buyers the confidence to bid to their true maximum.

Condition Reports in action
"Unlimited, fully customizable condition reports tailored to exactly what you sell — not rigid, one-size-fits-all templates that force your inventory into the wrong boxes."

Key Benefits

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Higher Final Bids

Confident buyers bid higher. Detailed condition reports remove the uncertainty that caps bids below fair market value.

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Fewer Disputes

When buyers know exactly what they're getting, post-sale disputes drop. Condition reports create a clear, documented record.

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Fully Customizable Templates

Build different templates for different inventory types. Cars, equipment, jewelry, and estate items each get their own tailored disclosure format.

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Beautiful on Mobile

Condition reports render beautifully on phones and tablets — exactly where most of your bidders are browsing.

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Paired With Photos

Unlimited photos attach directly to condition reports. Buyers see the item from every angle alongside the disclosure details.

Included in Every Plan

No separate fee for condition reports. Unlimited templates, unlimited reports — all part of your flat monthly subscription.

How It Works

1

Build Your Template

Create a condition report template for each type of inventory you sell. Add custom fields: VINs, serial numbers, dimensions, provenance — whatever matters for your buyers.

2

Fill Out Reports Per Lot

When cataloging a lot, select the right template and fill in the fields. Upload photos directly to the report.

3

Publish With the Lot

The condition report is visible on the lot's auction page. Buyers review it before placing a bid.

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Keep the Record

After the auction, condition reports remain on file. Useful for dispute resolution and for establishing your track record with repeat buyers.

What's Included

  • Fully customizable condition report templates per inventory type
  • Unlimited templates and unlimited reports
  • Custom fields: text, checkboxes, dropdowns, numbers, dates
  • Attach unlimited photos directly to condition reports
  • Mobile-optimized display for bidders on phones and tablets
  • Condition reports visible to registered bidders before auction opens
  • Reports archived after auction for dispute reference
  • Works alongside bulk upload — reference reports in your CSV
  • Included in every plan — no per-report or per-template fees

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