Bidder Reviews for Bodnar's Auction Sales (675)
4.5 out of 5.0 Stars
1-50 of 675 Reviews
DonLos Angeles, CA
May 21, 2026

ChrisKissimmee, FL
May 15, 2026
Great no 1
Excellent transaction. Great price on a quality item. Shipping was really fast and the product was well packaged and arrived in excellent condition. Very affordable shipping. When I received the product it was exactly as described and pictured. Excellent service, great product Excellent service, great product and fast shipping. Can't ask for better than that. I'll be saving this A1 + Sellers

TobeyHaverhill, MA
May 15, 2026

ariLos Angeles, CA
May 07, 2026
Execution = Amazing
I do not quite remember having bid for the item (although I definitely looked at it), and having received it, this item is definitely not to my liking. This said, the auction house execution was perfect-from follow up to payment to shipment. MOST IMPORTANTLY is that unlike LiveAuctioneers who provide a possibility to ship at a pre-determined cost (which somehow always ends up being TOO EXPENSIVE), this auction house makes its money on the auction, and once a product is sold provides logistics as a service. AND WHAT A SERVICE IT IS! LiveAuctioneers-you can definitely look and learn!

Bodnar's Auction SalesMay 07, 2026
Ari, Thank you so much! This is what we strive to do. Keep everything simple and easy, and keep the customer informed throughout the process. Can I ask you to send me an email regarding the item, I am sorry to hear it is not to your liking and would love to have a conversation. **********.

BethKansas City, MO
Apr 05, 2026

VictoriaColumbus, OH
Mar 27, 2026
Mint Condition & Certification Provided
Proper packaging, frame is beautiful and price was phenomenal

GloriaPalos Heights, IL
Mar 26, 2026
It was a great experience and the products I bought were carefully packed and beautiful.
Will be keeping an eye for more items in the future.

Mobile Exchange Gt IncDoral, FL
Mar 23, 2026

American Pawn CompanyNorth Fort Myers, FL
Mar 15, 2026

TAMARAGreenwich, CT
Mar 15, 2026

AmandaMillers Falls, MA
Mar 11, 2026

JohnWest Vancouver, CA
Mar 01, 2026

VictorAntioch, CA
Feb 27, 2026

ThomasChatham, NJ
Feb 27, 2026
Four day pickup window, then had to go local UPS store for pickup
Challenges with shipping and pickup widow. I was told that I should have read the fine print before auction. Look at past feedback left on the seller left by other buyers, my complaint is the same. I am local to Seller (NJ both), thought it would have been easier. Actual items won were fine, as described in the auction, no issues with that.

toddWaterville, OH
Feb 27, 2026

ElizabethDania Beach, FL
Feb 24, 2026
As always, a picture-perfect result!!
I always look at what Bodnar's has to offer as they list amazing items!!

JohnSan Francisco, CA
Feb 12, 2026
Easy to work with. Quick payment, shipping and receiving.
Great Company

Bodnar's Auction SalesFeb 12, 2026
Thank you John! It was a pleasure working with you. Thank you for being a bidder at our sale!

JosephOld Saybrook, CT
Feb 11, 2026

AlanaChicago, IL
Feb 11, 2026

Bodnar's Auction SalesFeb 11, 2026
Alana, I wish I knew what the issue was. You asked us to pick a shipper and we did. You reached out and said you hadn't heard from them so we reached out to them for you. That was the last we heard from you.

GaryPrinceton, CA
Jan 28, 2026

CynthiaLaredo, TX
Jan 17, 2026
Great packaging ๐ ๐ผ
I purchased my sonโs Christmas gift and it arrived on time and very very well packaged and protected from damage ๐ ๐ผ ๐ ๐ผ items exactly as pictured but better in person โค ๏ธ

JonathanNew York, NY
Dec 31, 2025
Severe toning
The print has severe toning damage from cardboard backing. I wish they had examined the print out of the frame and included pictures that indicated that damage.

Bodnar's Auction SalesJan 01, 2026
That is an unreasonable expectation in an auction setting or any setting. I stand behind what we sell, and if we saw damage, we would have described it. There was no visible damage, and we would not take anything out of the frame prior to the auction, even if you asked us to before the sale, because that act can damage the piece. Sorry you are unhappy but you still got a great deal on a great piece and who really cares if there is foxing or toning like you are claiming behind the matting, you can't see it anyway.....
christianKinnelon, NJ
Dec 31, 2025
chrisChicago, IL
Dec 23, 2025
These people are common thieves
I purchased a side table for $40 and paid for it promptly. The shipping they recommended was over $500 to bring a tiny little table to Chicago. I arranged for my own shipping. My driver was unable to get to their private home before 4:00 on the appointed day and was not given access. He then continued with his route and was able to pick up the item 8 days later. Bodnar's then demanded that I pay an additional $80 in storage fees. If not, they would not allow the pick up. I cancelled the order and am currently waiting for a full refund. These people are nothing more than common thieves. Do yourself a favor and stay away.

Bodnar's Auction SalesDec 23, 2025
Buyer did not comprehend or understand the terms of the sale which clearly explains pick up dates, storage fees and terms of the sale. He opted out of liveauctioneers liveship, which was expensive, and the UPS Store option. Not a tiny table but a piece of furniture that measures 2 feet by 2 feet by 5 feet tall about 100 pounds. His shipper never showed on 2 occasions with no show and no call, he did not get turned away. We charge a $10.00 per day storage fee. he rudely emailed us and threaten us with this feedback so here we are. Merry Christmas and learn how to read the terms that you agree to when bidding at an auction. Don't bid if you don't agree with the terms or can pick up with-in the times disclosed to you in the terms.
BruceMounds View, MN
Nov 13, 2025

ElizabethDania Beach, FL
Oct 30, 2025

AdamMinesing, CA
Oct 23, 2025

LarryCentreville, MD
Oct 22, 2025
Accurate and Fast Shipping
Great auction house that offers accurate, detailed pictures and descriptions, not to mention that the items I purchased arrived surprisingly just a few days after the auction. They clearly don't mess around! Thanks for such great service.

BrianApple Valley, CA
Oct 22, 2025

toddWaterville, OH
Oct 19, 2025

PatrickLong Beach, IN
Oct 19, 2025
Excellent experience
Bodnar's handled this transaction perfectly from start to finish. I have received my item and it was packed beautifully. Thank. you!

EricNew York, NY
Oct 01, 2025

ElizabethDania Beach, FL
Sep 17, 2025

DebraReno, NV
Sep 07, 2025

MarkBerlin, NY
Sep 04, 2025

ElizabethDania Beach, FL
Aug 30, 2025
A lovely grouping of wonderful items... thanks so much!!!
Beautifully packed for the journey...

brianSchenectady, NY
Aug 22, 2025

TLagrangeville, NY
Aug 21, 2025

KristianaEvanston, IL
Aug 21, 2025

EddieBarrington, IL
Aug 21, 2025

RonaldKilleen, TX
Aug 05, 2025
READ the description!
The overall purchase, shipping, etc, was very good, the only issue was in not making sure I read the description properly. What the pictures show is a beautiful pearl necklace, what I received was closer to a necklace for a young child. I missed the part where it was only 14โ and how big 3 mm pearls would be. So, the whole process overall was good, but I am disappointed in myself for not doing my due diligence first.

ArleneCalgary, CA
Aug 05, 2025
Were not forthcoming on written description of items. Did not mention missing stones/jewels.
If you do not have a good monitor know that they do not mention missing stones in their written description.

Bodnar's Auction SalesAug 05, 2025
Arlene, Can you please tell me which lot you are referring to. We stand behind everything we sell, and if we made a mistake we make it right if you contact us to let us know. But we have not heard from you until now.

VirginiaOkemos, MI
Aug 05, 2025

JSimi Valley, CA
Jul 30, 2025
Bad shipping cost, terrible customer service
Iโve had multiple bad experiences with auctions run by Joseph Bodnar, and Iโm officially done. After winning several lots, he sent everything to a random UPS store that charged an outrageous fee for shipping. Even worse, the packaging was appalling โ no bubble wrap, no padding, nothing. They literally tossed everything I won into a single large box and shipped it cross-country from New Jersey to California. Several items arrived damaged or broken due to their complete disregard for proper packing. When I contacted Bodnar directly, I was shocked by how rude and dismissive he was. From the very beginning, he treated my questions as an annoyance. His tone was condescending and hostile, as if I should be grateful just to be doing business with him. After a handful of emails โ where he essentially shouted me down โ he simply stopped responding altogether. Even when the UPS store seemingly lost my package for over a week, Bodnar offered no help, no guidance, and no accountability. This wasnโt a one-time issue. Iโve given him more than one chance, and each time Iโve regretted it. If you value your time, your money, or the condition of the items you win, I strongly urge you to avoid Joseph Bodnar auctions. There are many reputable auctioneers out there โ this simply isnโt one of them.

Bodnar's Auction SalesJul 30, 2025
Jonathan, As we explained in our emails, we cannot move the items from one store to another for you. You did not respond to our emails regarding who you would like to do your shipping, so we had to pick one for you. Then it was you, not us, who turned nasty. I have all the emails, and I also contacted Liveauctioneers about how disgusting and rude you were to us. No matter what we said, it did not please you. So yes, we stopped responding. Why would we continue to get treated in the disgusting manner you like to treat people? We attempted to work things out with you, you continued to treat us horribly, so you were blocked. I am sorry it has come to this, as you seemed to be content bidding with us since 2021. Good day and good luck to you.

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