Anyone can wash and vacuum a used truck, maybe change the oil, and pass it on to an eager buyer. But when you browse the inventory at SelecTrucks of Los Angeles, it's easy to see that we hold ourselves to a much higher standard.Every truck we sell undergoes a rigorous inspection process to ensure quality, fleet-readiness and your satisfaction. With strict attention to more than 100 critical details, we subject our vehicles to:
- Servicing to the highest OEM (original equipment manufacturer) standards
- A Federal DOT (Department of Transportation) inspection
- Professional interior and exterior detailing
Once a truck passes our inspection, you can be confident that it will not only look great, but also have the power, performance and reliability you need for the miles ahead.
You expect a lot from a used truck. So we’re extremely picky about which trucks make it to SelecTrucks Centers. Much of our inventory is sourced from a handful of major fleets — companies we know well and trust. Their trucks are typically very well maintained and we require fleet owners to recondition trucks that don’t meet our high standards.
Before we put any vehicle on the market, it must pass the most detailed inspection process in the industry — from the cab roof to where the rubber literally meets the road and more than 100 points in between. And don’t worry. SelecTrucks inventory purchased from smaller fleets and owner-operators gets the same treatment. Because only a quality truck can be the right truck.
Should you buy new or used? Sooner or later, most every owner-operator or fleet manager faces this question
– and it's an important one, because buying the proper equipment is key to running a successful business.
So here are a few things to consider:
It's wise to think of cost in terms of what you're getting for what you're paying. In this regard, used trucks offer a tremendous value. Typically, the monthly payment for a used truck will be substantially lower than the payment for a new truck. And the finance term length will also be shorter, which means you won't be carrying a truck payment for as long. If you're an owner-operator, your truck payment will probably be your largest fixed monthly expense so the sooner you eliminate it, the quicker you can save up for your next down payment. For fleet managers, the money saved by buying used may allow you to add more trucks to your fleet.
It's a fact that a new truck's value will depreciate more in its first year than any other year. If you plan to keep your truck for a long time, this may not be an issue.
If you like to buy a new truck every few years, it could be.
Whether you choose new or used, aim for a truck that offers fuel economy, efficiency and comfort at a cost that makes sense for the type of driving you do. Matching the right components to the way you'll be using your truck(s) will help save fuel, reduce downtime and conserve maintenance dollars.
SelecTrucks offers the kind of used trucks drivers like to drive and fleet managers want to own. We're firm believers that used vehicles often deliver superior value, and we've combined the benefits of new and used to bring you a truck alternative that's both fleet smart and cost effective. Buying used from SelecTrucks means you can expect:
- Premium Quality Trucks known for fuel efficiency, durability and ease of maintenance
- A sizeable inventory of day cabs, sleepers, medium-duty vehicles and more
- North America's largest service and support network
- Exceptionally knowledgeable sales professionals
- The best used truck warranties in the business
- A wide variety of financing options
Your business deserves every advantage you can find. Building a relationship with SelecTrucks can help you find solutions that not only save you money, but make you money every day. Find the used truck – or trucks – that meet your needs now. |
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