New vs Used Trailers: What’s Best For You?
Both new and used trailers come with a lot of benefits that make them great assets to have. If you’re on the fence about which type of trailer you should purchase, take a look at our article below. We’ve listed the benefits of owning both new and used trailers and when you’ve made your decision, you can come into Mountain West Trailers in Heber City, Utah, and pick up the perfect model for you!
Cost
One of the most obvious benefits of purchasing a used trailer is the price! These models can save you quite a bit of cash on a pretty big investment. Even better, these pieces of equipment are extremely durable, so it’s rare that you’ll find one damaged. However, if you have some experience under your belt and don't mind replacing a part or two, you could end up saving yourself hundreds of dollars!
Depreciation
Like any big purchase, once a trailer is taken off the lot it depreciates in value almost immediately. However, after that initial drop, a trailer's value generally stays the same over the years unless it is damaged. If you don’t have long-term plans for your equipment or think you might want to trade up in a few years or so, you’ll definitely want to buy your trailer used. If you’d like, you can even resell your trailer rather than trade it in and get a decent return on your initial investment.
Length of Service
While these machines are durable, the fact of the matter is they won’t last forever. Older parts will deteriorate more quickly and, if you have long-term plans for your equipment, buying your trailer used might cost you more money in the long run. If you have some truly heavy-duty jobs in store for your trailer it also might be wise to invest in a new model. Depending on the jobs you have in mind, you may end up wearing down your used trailer before you’ve really gotten your money's worth.
Maintenance
You’ll need to put a little effort and upkeep into your used trailer if you want to get the most out of it. If you’re unfamiliar with trailer maintenance a used model may be a bit too much to put on your plate. While trailers generally require minimal maintenance, the fact remains that older parts will need to be replaced sooner after your initial purchase—another reason it may be better to save up for a newer model.
We hope this article has made picking the right trailer model for your needs a bit easier! We understand it isn’t always an easy decision and we encourage you to stop by our dealership to speak with some of our knowledgeable sales staff if you need more advice. We’re located near the cities of Salt Lake City and Provo, Utah, and hope you’ll visit Mountain West Trailers for any of your trailer needs.