The Benefits of Buying Used Outdoor Power Equipment

Are you debating about how much to spend on construction equipment for your new project? Construction equipment isn’t cheap ─ you’ve got to work it into your budget beforehand or else watch your finances spiral out of control. Buying used outdoor power equipment has some benefits over buying new models, some of which we’ve outlined below.

Reduces Total Cost of Ownership

The total cost of ownership (TCO) includes not only the amount you spend on something up front but also how much it costs you to operate and maintain. In the long run, the TCO of a product is always higher than its retail price. Since used outdoor power equipment will cost less than new machines, buying used automatically reduces your TCO. Used machines in good shape are way better for your budget than new equipment. 

Operator/Technician Ease

One great thing about new machines is their updated technology and enhanced features. However, these will be new for most operators. They’ll need to be trained to handle these heavy machines, which can cut into overall productivity and your budget. This also applies to service technicians, who are more familiar with older models, not newer ones. Again, investing in used outdoor power equipment might save you time and expense. 

Higher Resale Value

If you buy pre-owned outdoor power equipment, you’ll save money by spending less than you would on a new machine. It’s already taken the biggest hit to its value that it can take since the most significant dip happens within the first few years. This means your resale value is going to be a lot closer to what you spent on it, especially if you took care to maintain it. For even better resale prices, keep a record of all servicing and repair work done on the machine. 

Wiser Use Of Resources

With technology rapidly evolving, it doesn’t take long for a new machine to become outdated. If you spend money on new construction equipment, it will cost more and become outdated soon enough. You’ve blown all your money on a machine that’s not as productive as the competition, so you can’t upgrade. Because of this, it’s better to buy used outdoor power equipment for one project, resell it, then buy another used but the more current model for your next project. 

Service & Warranty Contracts

Reliable dealerships want you to be a satisfied customer. Therefore, they usually offer you a service contract with routine maintenance. You can also inquire about any warranty options you have for your pre-owned outdoor power equipment.

Stop by our Shiner, TX, dealership today to check out our amazing stock of used outdoor power equipment for sale. Boehm Tractor Sales serve our Texas customers in the cities of Seguin and Austin.