{"id":3506,"date":"2020-08-12T15:21:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-12T19:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/?p=3506"},"modified":"2020-08-12T14:27:27","modified_gmt":"2020-08-12T18:27:27","slug":"buying-a-big-rig","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/buying-a-big-rig\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying a Big Rig | Should You Buy New or Used?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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“Should I buy a new or a used rig?” If you’re an owner-operator<\/a> or small fleet manager you’ve probably asked yourself this question at least once. Sure, we’d all love a brand new, shiny truck, but we sure as heck wouldn’t love the price. When it comes to buying a big rig new versus used, there are a number of things to take into account. So, we compiled a list of pointers and main considerations for buying a big rig so you can decide if a new or a used truck is better for you.<\/p>\n

Buying a Big Rig – New vs. Old<\/h2>\n

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Advantages of Buying a New Rig<\/h3>\n

If money were no object, I’m sure we’d all prefer a new truck over a used one. At the end of the day, the decision of whether to buy a new or a used truck is primarily a matter of expense. However, are the expenses worth it if you’re walking away with a brand new truck? Here are some of the main advantages to buying a new rig:<\/p>\n

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  • Great warranty<\/strong>. Most new rigs come with a lengthy warranty that covers any damages or issues that occur to your truck. So, buying a new rig may save you money on repairs and damages. Additionally, since you’ll be covered under a warranty, you’ll probably have some peace of mind and won’t be paranoid about getting in an accident.<\/li>\n
  • You know the truck’s history<\/strong>. With used rigs, there’s always going to be some uncertainty surrounding the truck’s “past life.” However, buying a new truck gives you complete control. No one has ever had the truck before you and, if you take good care of it, the truck will run for a long time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Some truckers argue that, while buying a new rig is much more expensive, the money that you save on maintenance and repairs makes up for it. Buying a used truck<\/a> can be a bit of a crapshoot, but let’s take a look at some of the advantages.<\/p>\n