If you only need one truck, you can buy a reconditioned one, but make sure it's a good one. A smart strategy for determining the right lift truck is to rent it before buying it. Most reputable dealers will rent a lift truck for 60 days and apply the rental money toward the vehicle's purchase. In short, although a lower-priced truck may seem attractive at first, its lifetime maintenance and operational costs could ultimately exceed the initial price. For that reason, buyers should consider the efficiency of the truck, the amount of dealer support, and future uses for any vehicles.
Smart buyers are the ones who consider both the long and the short term in purchasing a lift truck.