Who should I buy from?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Joe22, Jan 8, 2016.

  1. Joe22

    Joe22 Bobtail Member

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    Hello, I am a veteran looking to buy a used truck by using a va loan, but I was wondering the best place for me to get a good truck without owing too much on the loan. Are trucks being sold by freight company's a good start?
     
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  3. Bakerman

    Bakerman Road Train Member

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    Most fleet trucks have been trashed by rookie drivers, and the fleets like to unload them just before needing any major repairs-4 to 500,000 mile range.

    Best to find an O/O looking to upgrade or retire to find a decent truck.
     
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  4. truckthatpassesyouby

    truckthatpassesyouby Road Train Member

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    If the seller is a desk jockey giving you numbers and trying to finance you over the phone...no.

    If the seller is honest and is willing to level with you, show you maintance details and other beneficial things.. Sure.. Look into it.

    Sometimes small companies need to sell because they lose business, these are sweet deals if you can find them.
     
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  5. Joe22

    Joe22 Bobtail Member

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    Thank you fellas, defenetly things I had no idea about.
     
  6. Chinatown

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    Melton Truck Lines and TransAm have well cared for fleet trucks for sale. They may have pictures on the websites under "Equipment for Sale." Those trucks also have Apu's.
     
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  7. roanhorse

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    Where are you and what do you plan to do with truck?
     
  8. Tropsnart

    Tropsnart Road Train Member

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    Buy a pre emissions truck and save yourself that headache.
     
  9. DUNE-T

    DUNE-T Road Train Member

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    Walmart truck on RB auction can be a good buy
     
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  10. roanhorse

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    My neighbors whole fleet, about 12 truck are all Walmart trucks, they must have a very good maintenance program, he's never had any trouble with them
     
  11. big d k95

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