You have heavy equipment or trucks to sell, and, like most equipment sellers, you want top price. Considering most heavy equipment demands a significant outlay of cash to purchase initially, and to maintain indefinitely, who wouldn't? So it only seems reasonable to want to recoup a fair amount of your investment when it comes time to sell.
Whether you are selling one item, or a fleet of equipment, take some advice from us. Take a look at our top 10 list of tips for selling heavy equipment and trucks.
1. Know what your equipment is worth
Do your homework and research equipment pricing and industry trends for comparable equipment. Use the most current information you can find and establish a price range for your equipment. Having a price range will help you negotiate confidently and set realistic price expectations.
2. Research selling methods
No matter your situation, the type of equipment you are selling, its condition and how quickly you need to complete the sale, there is a selling method best fit for your equipment and situation. To know what selling method would work best for you, educate yourself on the pros and cons of common equipment selling methods, including unreserved auctions, reserved auctions, private sale, equipment dealers and equipment brokers.
3. Go to a pro
Talk to an experienced salesperson about developing a selling strategy designed to get you the best return on your investment
As tempting as it may be to go it alone, consider the amount of time and effort you will need to put into the selling process - and the number of potential buyers you can reach without the help of an expert in sales and marketing. You can save a lot of time and money with a full-service solution, especially if you are selling a lot of items, and don't have a dedicated asset manager or work in a region with high supply/low demand for used equipment. Talk to an experienced salesperson about developing a selling strategy designed to get you the best return on your investment.
4. Show the value of your equipment
Refurbishing is a small investment that nets big returns when it comes time to sell used heavy equipment
The way your equipment looks can either deter buyers or attract higher offers. Before you sell, consider heavy equipment refurbishing. Refurbishing can include cleaning, glasswork, upholstery repair, painting, decal replacement or everything in the refurbishing menu. Typically, refurbishing is a small investment that nets big returns.
5. Target buyers wisely
Try to target the most equipment buyers you can, but don't sacrifice quality for quantity. Work with an equipment seller that not only actively markets to a large population of equipment buyers, but targets its marketing efforts based on the industry your equipment is best suited towards and the region in which there is the most demand. Marketing your equipment can be the most time consuming and costly step in the sale process, so make sure you choose an equipment seller with proven marketing expertise.
Using Truk to market your equipment is a wise investment as we have the expertise to reach a large target market.
6. Be transparent
Provide detailed photos and information about your equipment. Include photos documenting the condition of the undercarriage, engine compartment, cab interior, etc. Remember: buyers appreciate convenient online access to equipment information. Still, some buyers are weary of purchasing equipment they are unable to view and test first hand. If you are using a selling agent or auction company, choose one that publishes detailed equipment information online and also accommodates on-site inspections.
7. Screen buyers
When you receive an agreeable offer, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall through. Screen potential buyers before you accept an offer or work with a selling agent who verifies the legitimacy of potential buyers on your behalf.
8. Take advantage of tax breaks if available
9. Minimize uncertainty
When you sell your heavy equipment, don't wait too long for payment, especially if you are planning on replacing your sold equipment with a newer model. The equipment market can change from week to week. Prices can go down and supply can go up. If you want money in hand quickly so you are ready to act on a good deal and minimize disruption to your operations, choose a selling method that offers certainty of sale. Knowing the exact date of sale for your equipment takes some of the guesswork out of the equipment selling equation.
10. Establish a relationship for future deals
If you have a fleet that you will be turning over every 3-5 years, or foresee the need to upgrade equipment in 5-10 years, find a sales rep you can trust
The more you work together, the better your representative will understand your business and be able to get you the best results.
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It is necessary and advisable to give heavy duty trucks the regular attention they require to ensure they are always operating at their best. Heavy duty trucks are made to last a very long time, but it is still necessary to follow a few simple maintenance tips to assist you in keeping the truck in top form so that is last for many years to come 
