Used Heavy Equipment Buying Guide

Looking to buy used heavy equipment? The following tips can make the shopping process much easier.

For personalized model recommendations or to explore used heavy equipment for sale, contact the experts at Stribling Equipment. We proudly serve those throughout Mississippi, Arkansas, and Tennessee.

Build a Budget

Yes, used construction equipment will be much more affordable than its new counterpart. But there is still a wide range of price points among used heavy equipment.

Look over your financial situation and determine how much money you can spend on the purchase. Remember to include the cost of any attachments or implements into that final number. Once you have your price range, you can eliminate models that are outside that range from your search.

Conduct Background Research

Any used construction equipment that you consider buying will have been on the market for a period of time. That means there are plenty of people out there who currently own and use that given model. Many of these individuals will share their experiences in the form of online reviews.

Spend some time reading customer reviews for the used heavy equipment that you're interested in. See what current owners say and use that information to make a more informed purchase. Did they find the model difficult to handle, prone to breaking down, or otherwise a hassle? You might want to cross that one off of your list!

Learn About the Used Construction Equipment

Once you find a few potential models, the next step is to find out everything you can about them.

Get Copies of Maintenance Records

Be sure to look over a given model's maintenance records and ask yourself some key questions.

First, did the past owner(s) keep up with preventative maintenance? If not, the used construction equipment may be due for expensive repairs in the near future.

Second, did the used heavy equipment experience a collision or any other sort of damaging accident? If so, make sure that the necessary repairs have all been completed.

Inspect the Used Heavy Equipment

Take the time to conduct a thorough inspection of the model. Look over the different parts and systems, making sure that everything is in good working order. 

Be sure to inspect any attachments or added accessories that go along with the used heavy equipment. Make sure that these extra parts are in good condition and that they are compatible with the given model. Using an ill-matching accessory can compromise equipment's performance and even lead to damage.

Ready to explore used construction equipment for sale? Check out the selection at Stribling Equipment. We carry a range of makes and models to suit a variety of budgets. Reach out or stop by one of our many dealerships today. We have locations in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee.