Capital Equipment News December 2019

USED TRUCKS

Ensuring vehicles provide value to clients is essential to TruckStore, as most of its customers are small business owners.

Making the right used truck purchase

W hen it comes to buying a used truck, there is a lot to consider in order to make the right purchasing decision. One will likely need to spend several hours researching what’s available, comparing prices and features, and determining which truck will meet their specific needs, as well as considering the reputability of the dealer. To further narrow down the search, one will also need to factor in the inevitable costs that come with purchasing a used vehicle so you can budget accordingly and receive the most value. Because the task may seem overwhelming, this article seeks to put together some important tips to consider when buying a used truck. As far as the checklist is concerned, it is important to know your trucking requirements, know your budget or price range in line with the contract needs, investigate the potential suppliers and assess the truck’s history and its current condition. With a simple and straightforward checklist, you will definitely find a right used truck that suits your needs. Buy from a reputable supplier According to Ruben Dempers, manager of UD Trucks Southern Africa’s recently established Used Trucks division, it’s important to buy from a reputable supplier like an original equipment manufacturer (OEM), which is always customer satisfaction driven. He reasons that some non-OEM truck suppliers seem to be in it just for the sale, and therefore recommends buying from a trusted OEM used truck dealer, as one is ensured of ongoing support from a busines that is completely customer satisfaction driven and has customer needs at heart. Purchasing a used truck can be a daunting task. With so many things to consider, such as vehicle history, quality and operating status, parts replacement and upgrades, among others, it becomes vital to do proper due diligence, which can be a major undertaking in the quest to select the right vehicle for the job at hand, from a reputable seller, writes Munesu Shoko .

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