If you’re making plans for outdoor fun this summer, don’t overlook Charlotte’s best kept secret for savvy shoppers, Vista Auction! Ever wonder what happens to the overstocks and returns at Amazon, Target, Home Depot, Kohl’s, and other big retailers?
Are you looking for an Amazon overstock store in Charlotte, NC? Vista Auction is better than you imagined, because you can shop from home! No digging through bins and fighting with crowds.
This local, family-owned company buys the items and then offers them in online auctions. The items are seemingly endless. (Warning: you might find yourself spending hours browsing the auctions!) You’ll find air fryers, car seats, 3D printers, coffee makers, and much more.
Items are either overstocks, new with damaged packaging, or returns. Make sure to read the description before bidding, so that you know which it is. Sales are final.
Every single auction starts at $1, with no reserve.
Items often end up going for way under retail prices. On average, customers save 75% on retail prices.
Vista Auction regularly shares the finds and final prices on Instagram and it’s a pretty addictive watch!
Vista Auction sells around 20,000 items every week. Auctions are usually posted at least a day in advance, and there are generally two or three auctions a day (with many items in each auction.) There are a lot of duplicates, so if you miss out on an item, keep looking. It may pop up again.
Items are overstocks from big retailers, or returns. Someone from Vista Auction inspects each item, and the condition is noted in the auction, so make sure to read carefully.
Summer Fun!
Before emptying your pockets on outdoor recreation products, make sure to check Vista Auction to see if they have what you’re looking for!
Vista Auction frequently features:
- Paddle boards
- Camping supplies
- Pickleball sets
- Baseball equipment
- Volleyballs
- Soccer balls
- Scooters
- Electric longboards
- Bike
- Rollerblads
- Golf clubs
You can see all the current outdoors items on Vista Auction now.
To get an idea of how much people have paid recently for sports and outdoor equipment, here are a few completed auctions:
| Item | MSRP | Winning Bid |
| Coleman Camping Tent | $349.99 | $101.10 |
| BeyondHOME 6 Person Cabin Tent | $149.99 | $61.00 |
| Ortiz34 Kids Tee Ball Set | $39.99 | $6 |
| A11N HyperFeature SE Pickleball Paddles set of 2 | $59.98 | $16 |
| Wilson Golf Profile Platinum Package Set | $469.99 | $143.00 |
| Roc Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Boards with Premium Accessories | $599.99 | $140 |
| Hiland 26-inch Women’s Mountain Bike | $229.99 | $110.54 |
| Razor A Kick Scooter for Kids | $44.99 | $5 |
| Caroma Electric Skateboards with Remote | $199.99 | $45 |
Two Locations
In early 2024, Vista Auction moved to 2500 Sardis Road North, Charlotte, North Carolina. The new location, combined with some process improvements, offers a much smoother experience when you pick up your items.
There’s a covered porch to keep you out of the rain, there are clear signs, and there’s plenty of parking. The average wait time for appointments is 5 minutes or less.
There’s even a small “Vista Store” at check-in, where people can look through a few bins and buy items for a discounted price right there.
The old location, at 11001 Carpet Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is re-opening for some auctions, starting Saturday, May 4, 2024.
Each auction is labeled for pickup at the Sardis Road location (orange) or the Carpet Street location (blue) on Vista Auction. All of the items in that auction will be picked up at the specified location.
So, make sure to note which location the auction is at. When you make your pick-up appointment, make it at the correct location. And if you’re bidding in more than one auction, make sure that the auctions are for the same location if you’re planning to pick up the items at teh same time!
The Carpet Street location is in southwest Charlotte and the Sardis Road location is in East Charlotte.
The “won” prices do not include taxes or fees. There’s a $2 lot fee per item and 15% Buyers Premium. When you look at the auction item, the fee will be listed, so there will be no surprises.
How to Shop with Vista Auction
Register: Register here to get started. The registration link is on the top of VistaAuction.com. You’ll receive an email with a verification link, which you need to click on.
Check out the auctions: On Vista Auction’s home page you’ll see all the auctions. The ones on top are ending soon.
Select an auction: Choose the auction you’re interested in by clicking on “View all lots.” You can also search for specific items, or browse categories of items.
Bid on an item: Click on the “Quick bid” button for the item you’re interested in. Make sure to read the description. You can also use proxy bidding, where you set a maximum amount, and Vista Auction will automatically enter bids, at the lowest increments, up to your maximum amount.
You’ve won!: Once you win, an invoice will be mailed to you. Make an appointment online to pick up your items. Make sure to make your appointment for the correct location! (See above.) Pick your item up at the correct warehouse, either 2500 Sardis Road North, Charlotte, or 11001 Carpet Street, Charlotte, within five days. Appointments are available Monday to Saturday.
Bring ID and the invoice. There’s a QR code on the invoice that will be scanned. You MUST pick it up within five days, or it will be recycled or resold and you will not get a refund. The location is in East Charlotte.
Check your items carefully during pick-up.
Customer service: Vista Auction does inspect the items and notes their condition. But if you win an auction and find that there was mistake in how it was described (for instance, it said it was new, but it was used) please contact customer service at support@vistaauction.com and they will take care of you.
Hints and Tips
- For the best chance of winning, bid in the last minute of the auction ending.
- You can “watch” an item without bidding on it.
- If you want to make sure you don’t miss an item, and you know what your maximum amount is, using proxy bidding.
- If you want to find a potentially great deal, sort an auction (especially one ending soon) by bids, from lowest to highest. You might find items that have been overlooked by other bidders!
Stay up to date with Vista Auction on their Facebook group and Instagram.
Check out VistaAuction.com!
