Going once? going twice? the new way to make ends meet | TF1 | Reportages

It’s a far cry from the muted atmosphere of the auctions of Old Masters and collectors’ treasures, but there are over 360 auction rooms that, all year round, offer everything and anything at all prices. There are washing machines, TV sets, computers, furniture, household appliances, hi-fis, cars, etc, etc. Consumer goods, useful or useless, everybody is looking for a bargain and everybody meets there. Auction sales are the new meeting places for the astute consumer.