Buying & Selling Used Equipment FAQ
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What kind of things is BCC interested in?
BCC purchases many of the more desirable SLR film and Digital SLR cameras, in demand lenses & flashes. Please - call ahead to discuss the suitability of any item you are interested in buying, selling or consigning. Gallery 270 @ Bergen County Camera may be interested in selling or consigning collectible or fine art photographs - again please call ahead to discuss suitability.
How can I sell my equipment at or to BCC?
You have several options which are listed below.
Trade-in
Bring it in to BCC for a free evaluation and trade in toward the latest photo gear that meets your current needs and desires. Consult with a BCC photo expert to help assess your needs. Your salesperson will then give you a generous trade-in towards your purchase. Bergen County Camera requires a valid drivers license or other official identification for all trade-in's, consignments and cash purchase transactions.
Consignment
Your salesperson will also be able to give you a price for consignment or for an outright cash purchase. Consignment allows you to charge the price you want while paying a 20% fee ( if you make a comparable purchase) or a 30% fee for a straight sale. Bergen County Camera requires a valid drivers license or other official identification for all trade-in's, consignments and cash purchase transactions.
Outright Sale
An outright sale of your equipment to BCC will give you cash in the form of a check for your photographic equipment. Bergen County Camera requires a valid drivers license or other official identification for all trade-in's, consignments and cash purchase transactions.
How do I get my equipment to BCC?
To sell, trade or consign your equipment to BCC you can either bring or ship your equipment to us. We recommend that you ship in a sturdy well packed box. Don't forget to insure your package. Upon receipt, Bergen County Camera will determine the price for any or all of the options listed above and promptly call you with this information. Ship your insured package to Bergen County Camera, 270 Westwood Ave, Westwood, NJ 07675.
How much money will I get . . . what's the best approach?
Prices are based on industry data and our experience selling similar items. The best approach will vary depending on your needs. As a general rule, a Trade in provides the best value, if you want a quick one stop transaction, usually 50-70% of the retail value. If you don't mind waiting for your money, a consignment sale with a comparable dollar purchase will return 80% of the sale price of your consignment. The fee for selling a consignment piece without a purchase is 30%, returning 70% of the retail price. An outright sale for cash is usually 20-60% of the retail price. The only difference between consignment and trade in can be summed up as, "who's going to wait for their money."
Buying Used Equipment from BCC
What is your return policy?
If you change your mind, you can return your purchase for STORE CREDIT only. Equipment must be in the same condition as sold with all acessories and extras included with the sale. If there is a DEFECT or the equipment condition is NOT AS SPECIFIED, you are entitled to a FULL REFUND plus SHIPPING. We stand behind what we sell.
What is the Guarantee?
The review period is 30 days during which we ask our customers to fully check out the purchased item for operation and function. Should a problem or concern arise, give us a call and we'll arrange to get the equipment back and a refund issued as outlined above.
Do you check equipment for selling?
Yes, everything is checked before listing the item for sale.
