Define the cost that matters
Start with the total amount you are willing to reach after auction fees, inland transport and ocean shipping, not the winning bid alone.
Try a sample bid
Enter a possible bid in the calculator and observe how auction fees and the total change. Repeat until you find a ceiling that fits your budget.
Add the correct location and route
Inland transport can change the decision significantly, so select the correct auction location, transport route and loading port before setting a maximum bid.
Review ocean shipping
Select the destination, port, vehicle type and available loading method. You then have a much more useful total for making a buying decision.