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WANTED: Used truck for under $15,000

Discussion in 'Trucker Forum Classifieds & Trading Post' started by carrolltrans, Apr 23, 2014.

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  1. Apr 23, 2014 #1
    carrolltrans

    carrolltrans Bobtail Member

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    Ok, folks. I'm a 10 year military veteran looking to make an honest living...this is my first truck, so I cannot go crazy on the budget. However, I can't afford to be sitting along side the highway non-op either. Anyone have(or know someone else who has) a strong runner, that won't give me any problems for a couple years or so? Looks aren't that important. I appreciate all your assistance in advance....
     
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  3. Apr 23, 2014 #2
    kw550cat

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    Used Schneider trucks run in that ball park. Then check truck paper, eBay, craigslist.
     
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  4. Apr 27, 2014 #3
    kelpadi

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    What do you plan on doing with the truck? If you lease to a carrier many of them will have an age requirement for the truck. If age is not an issue, you should be looking for an '03 or older truck with a Detroit engine that is aerodynamic. These trucks consistently get great fuel mileage and parts are much cheaper. Fuel will be your biggest expense and your business success will depend on getting 7+ mpg and not 5 or 6 mpg.
     
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  5. Apr 27, 2014 #4
    kw550cat

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    Why do you say that. You can make money at 5 mpg if the rate if justifiable. But on the other note, pre 03 is the way to go as said and Detroit for economy and economics. However, a cat will be just as good. A freightliner will be the choice because it is cheaper and more common. Just search truckpaper and you will find some trucks.
     
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  7. Apr 29, 2014 #5
    that65

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    At that price it will nickel and dime you to death....................................
     
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  8. Apr 29, 2014 #6
    bigdad7

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    Funny i paid 58 for an 10 that is quarter and half dollaring me to death my 8000 dollar truck i,ve had for five years still runs under 15 cpm for maint .....just saying good luck
     
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  9. Apr 30, 2014 #7
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    wrong...........
     
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  10. May 1, 2014 #8
    carrolltrans

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    Thanks all for the feedback, kinda....lol
    I bought a truck for $10,000 with 800,000 miles on it that is clean as a whistle....Had it checked out by a driver friend of mine who has been in the industry for 20 years or so, and gave me the thumbs up....I'm more than excited to put it to work.....Thanks, be safe everyone.
     
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  11. May 1, 2014 #9
    Stuka

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    Keep us posted on your truck and endeavor. I know I am looking at this in about a year or so.
     
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  12. May 1, 2014 #10
    cnsper

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    Pictures or it didn't happen.... LOL Let's see the new ride. Congrats
     
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