Terms of Service

1. Who we are

Koloi Ya Goa ("we", "us", "the platform") operates an online auction marketplace connecting private buyers and sellers of motor vehicles in South Africa. We are a venue and introduction service — we are not the seller, buyer, or owner of any vehicle listed.

2. Eligibility

• You must be at least 18 years old and legally able to enter contracts.
• You must provide accurate registration information and keep it up to date.
• Sellers must be the legal owner of the vehicle or be authorised to sell it.

3. Bidding is binding

When you place a bid, you make a legally binding offer to purchase the vehicle at that price. If you are the highest bidder when the auction ends and any reserve is met, you are committed to completing the purchase. Failure to honour a winning bid may result in suspension and forfeiture of any deposit.

4. Seller obligations

• Describe the vehicle honestly, including all known defects.
• Provide a minimum of 20 genuine, current photographs.
• Hold valid title (NaTIS / registration) and disclose any finance or liens.
• Complete the sale in good faith with the winning bidder.

5. Fees

Listing is free. A success fee of 2.5% of the final hammer price is payable by the seller on a completed sale. Optional services (e.g. independent inspections) are charged separately and disclosed up front.

6. Payments and vehicle handover

We may offer a secure payment-hold facility. Where used, funds are held until the buyer confirms collection of the vehicle. Direct payment between parties is at their own risk. Koloi Ya Goa is not a party to the sale contract between buyer and seller.

7. Prohibited conduct

• Shill bidding (bidding to inflate your own listing).
• Listing stolen, cloned, or misrepresented vehicles.
• Circumventing fees by completing a sale off-platform after an introduction.
• Harassment, fraud, or abuse of other users.

8. Limitation of liability

To the extent permitted by law, Koloi Ya Goa is not liable for the condition, legality, or roadworthiness of any vehicle, nor for disputes between buyers and sellers. Buyers should inspect vehicles and verify documentation before paying. Nothing in these terms limits your rights under the Consumer Protection Act where it applies.

9. Account suspension

We may suspend or terminate accounts that breach these terms, engage in fraud, or harm the integrity of the marketplace.

10. Changes

We may update these terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated, and continued use constitutes acceptance.

11. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.