Why You Should Buy A Used Commercial Truck

Buying a brand new Hino truck is quite the investment. Whether you’re a small business owner looking to grow your fleet, or simply a trucker looking for a new delivery vehicle, it can be hard to find the resources upfront. Fortunately, purchasing a used commercial vehicle is one of the easiest ways to both cut your financial costs and avoid steep insurance costs and sales taxes. Despite the cheaper price tag, some truck drivers might still be reluctant to purchased a pre-owned Hino truck. Just like buying any material possession, it’s always a good idea to do your homework before you buy. Buying a pre-owned diesel truck gives you many advantages. First of all, you get to choose who you buy from, which means you and the seller can negotiate a fair price as you see fit. Second, you don’t have to worry about being pressured into adding on warranty protections or accessories, and third, you skip out on pricey taxes! There are a number of ways that you can enjoy a hassle-free used truck buying experience, so before you buy, remember these key rules.

What kind of Hino truck do you need? Do you require a light-duty, medium-duty, or heavy-duty truck to get the job done? While light-duty trucks are great for everyday errands, if you need your vehicle for completing big deliveries, hauling construction materials or pushing freight, you’ll probably need to go with a medium or heavy-duty Hino. It’s important to know exactly the type of truck you need before you start talking dollar amounts. Once you’ve narrowed down the search, start looking into safety features. If you use your truck for work, or you know it’ll be on the road a lot, safety should be a top priority, as you’ll probably spend a great deal of time behind the wheel. Does the used vehicle you’re looking at come with any sort of warranty? Have any recent upgrades been done on the vehicle that you should know about? Don’t be afraid to ask questions when you go to check out the truck because, after all, you’ll be the one driving it! Part of the research process includes thoroughly covering every aspect of the vehicle you’re interested in buying. Research financing and leasing programs, its fuel efficiency, its towing capacity, performance and how it handles. One of the best ways you can truly get a feel for a Hino truck is to take it for a test drive, where you can get a feel for the driving style and also compare how other Hino’s handle.

Inspect The Vehicle

One of the biggest mistakes you can make when buying a used Hino is taking the seller for their word without inspecting the vehicle yourself. Unlike purchasing a vehicle through a dealership, where you’re granted access to a full vehicle history report, private sellers don’t have to abide by these rules, so it’s up to you to see if what they tell you about the used truck holds true. First and foremost, look at the truck from the outside. Are there any broken parts? Step inside the cabin and take a good look around. Listen for any noises and check for any funny smells. Look under the chassis for any rust, leaks or broken parts. It can be hard to tell if something is wrong with a used truck without the full vehicle history report. You can easily purchase one and get peace of mind immediately, knowing you may have just avoided a complete disaster! At Somerville Hino, all of our pre-owned Hino’s undergo a complete and thorough inspection. We also provide you with a free vehicle history report, so you don’t have to guess the quality of the truck you’re getting, and rest assured that it’s safe, clean, reliable and ready to go.

Are you looking to purchase a pre-owned truck? Shop our quality selection of used commercial and diesel trucks today! Need more information? Give us a call at 1-(877) 650-6296 or contact us online.

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