After itching the idea on getting on the hotshot biz for about 2 years im finally making the move.
Im looking at a 2018 3500 w/ chassis with 195k miles. They are asking 29k for it. Is that a good deal or should i find a lesser mileage dodge but for more money? Also the dealership offers a warranty and ive heard pros and cons for warranties such as taking it to the dealer will have you off the road for longer and end up losing money.
I believe it was used for hotshotting prior also but looks like it was maintained well.
Questions on a used hotshot truck, is this worth the money?
Discussion in 'Expediter and Hot Shot Trucking Forum' started by Maybach, Jan 21, 2021.
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That’s a lot of coin for a truck that’s been ran hard it’s whole life. Maintenance or not.
I hate to beat the dead horse, but these 3500/f350’s weren’t built for this kind of work long term. I’m retiring my 2019 Ram 3500 after 100k miles. She’s done good getting my business going but even babying the #### out of her and being extremely anal on my maintenance isn’t enough. She’ll be the family/RV hauler.
If you’re looking at the 30k budget, get a 5500 or one of those Chevy Kodiaks. In hind sight, I wish I had gone this route as the costs are the same but those trucks will handle the hotshot work better than a regular 1-ton. I even saw a ###### Freightliner M2 with 115k miles for like $28k.
And yes, being a former Ram service manager, I can tell you the warranty is nice to have but who knows how long the tech will take to get to your truck.Cowboyrich, Lite bug and stuckinthemud Thank this. -
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Stay away from the 19’s and 20’s because of the fuel pump but 18 and down are okay. That one seems a little high on the price IMO.
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30k for 200k miles.. no way.
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Priced way to high for the miles. Almost 100,000 a year. for another 20,000$ish you could have a new truck with the bells and whistles you want. Can't see a dealer giving a warranty on a 190,000 mile truck.
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