Buying Used Commercial Box Truck

In most businesses, a commercial box truck would add increased storage and transportation capacities and lead to a greater client base. However, the cost of a new commercial box is prohibitive, sometimes costing over $60,000. Knowing how to find a good deal on a used commercial box truck can help you increase business with a bargain-priced investment.

Craigslist

For anything, used or new, Craigslist provides one of the best sources for discount and bargain goods. Commercial box trucks are no exception. Craigslist is similar to the classifieds in newspapers, but Craigslist also allows much longer descriptions, numerous photos and two-way communication between parties. Since it covers the entire U.S., you can find deals on other cities or states just by browsing. If you own or operate a commercial business, large or small, you need to learn how to use Craigslist. If you do not, you are simply losing money.

Auctions

The days of eBay as a great source for outstanding deals are over because spammers flood the site and increasing fees undercut deals. However, old-fashioned auctions still remain a good source for used equipment, even commercial box trucks. Every week, a regional business closes, and you can bid on its used equipment at auction. This equipment includes virtually anything, and many will feature commercial box trucks since they remain so popular with businesses. To find auctions in your area, check the newspapers or the Internet. You should also check Craigslist for announcements. Just make sure you bring someone who knows mechanical and automotive equipment because auction sales are always final. If you purchase a lemon, you are stuck with it.

With the massive depreciation in the first year of a vehicle's life, purchasing a new box truck only costs money that could prove more useful elsewhere. Knowing how to find used box trucks can save you tens of thousands.

A used commercial box truck can help you increase business

by Denise Oliver, Auto writer