So at the moment, you can actually do this.
If you see a player that you like, listed for $1
and you think he is worth buying for $100k. Then you can just place a bid at $100k
No difference to the idea of setting a maximum reserve.
If someone else comes along after you place your bid, and places a higher bid, then you don't get him. Just like your description with the maximum reserve.
The only difference is that there is no 'automatic incremental' that takes place.
Unfortunately its the nature of auctions. Not just in BB, but in real life! which sux, cause id love to buy a house in Detroit somewhere for $10.