Huge savings on big brands in Greater Manchester. Bid online for furniture, electronics, and appliances at low prices.
They sell kitchen items, sportswear, furniture, and even iPhones. You bid online, and if you win, you pick up your items. They have locations in Bredbury, Stockport, and Handforth, and some items offer a posting option.
The prices start very low, sometimes at just £1, and bidding happens over a week. It’s similar to how eBay works. Someone bought a Shark vacuum there that was a pet model with special features. Apparently, it usually costs around £300.
The stores currently sell it for about £200. The winning bid was only £38, but fees added up to £58.80 in total, which is still much less than the store price. You take a bit of a chance, though.
Items might not be in perfect shape; the website says parts could be missing or damaged. They let you ask questions about items and even view them before you bid. This helps to decide if it’s worth the purchase.
Picking up the vacuum was easy. The buyer got an invoice quickly and received a collection notice soon after paying. Collection must happen within 24 hours of the notice. The vacuum’s box seemed undamaged. The vacuum looked like it was used once. It worked great and sucked up dog hair well, although the dog wasn’t happy about it.
Simon Charles has been around for 35 years and sells around 10,000 items each week. The stock comes from retailers and vendors, though they can’t say who exactly. Popular items include appliances and furniture. They also sell designer clothing and footwear, and whole pallets of electronics get sold too. Overstock and returns make up the supply. Some items need simple fixes like a fuse. Many buyers resell the items they buy. You can book a viewing to check items before bidding and even plug in appliances there.