Choosing Between New and Used Trucks

While many homeowners will still be tightening their belts as the bills roll in following Christmas and the New Year; there will be a variety of businesses which will find themselves in the same situation, especially since the VAT increase came into place earlier in the year. Here at Malcolm Taylor Commercials, we understand the importance of having the right equipment to hand without spending a fortune, which is why we provide a wide range of new and used trucks to suit a variety of needs, at affordable prices.
When it comes to expanding the fleet of vehicles that are at the disposal of your drivers it is important to make sure that you have the best vehicles available, but this doesn’t always mean having to go out and buy a brand new vehicle – instead used trucks can be just as profitable.

New Trucks:

The main advantage of buying a new vehicle is that it offers you, as the driver, peace of mind that the vehicle underneath you will not have any faults which could leave you stranded at the side of a motorway. However, the reassurances that a new vehicle can provide can come at a hefty price, which during the current economic situation many businesses may not be able to afford.

If you’ve found your business is currently in this boat, then a used vehicle could be just the solution.

Used Trucks:

Just because the vehicle happens to be second hand doesn’t mean that it’ll be any less reliable than a vehicle which is fresh off the dealer’s forecourt.

A used vehicle can often be a cheaper alternative, but because it has already been put through its paces it is likely that it will come equipped with little extras which you would normally have to pay a vast amount for, if buying new from the manufacturer.

Along with providing more for your money, used trucks – especially if purchased from a reputable retailer – can prove to be as equally reliable as a new truck, as they will be put through a service and MOT to ensure they are fit for their purpose.

Furthermore, with a second hand vehicle there is no issue of having to wait for the vehicle of choice to be produced. Instead you can pick your vehicle and drive away with it there and then.

When it comes to choosing between new and used trucks there are many options that need to be taken into consideration and price is only one of these. Once you have made the decision regarding whether to buy new or used, it is important that you opt to purchase from a trustworthy dealer who specialise in providing a variety of truck models.