How to Find Used Bulldozers

When you're starting a new business finding ways to save a few dollars is important. If that business is construction, where equipment and manpower can cost you triple-digits, finding sensible ways to cut your cost isn't just important, it's vital. One practical way to save thousands of dollars is by buying your bulldozer used. There are several places and ways to locate a high-quality used bulldozers.

Instructions

    • 1

      Decide what model and type of used bulldozer you want to purchase. You don't have to pick the exact year and color, but try to narrow it down a bit. This will help you in your search.

    • 2

      Attend auctions in your area. Look in trade journals and your local newspaper for auction announcements. Some auction houses specialize in farm equipment and heavy machinery. Open auctions may also have used bulldozers from construction companies that are liquidating their assets or other sources, so keep your eyes open.

    • 3

      Search classified ads in trade journals and specialized newspapers such as the Contractors Hotline and Heavy Equipment for used bulldozers that fit your criteria.

    • 4

      Look online for used bulldozers. There are dozens of websites that focus solely on selling used heavy equipment. When you find a used bulldozer online make sure you or a trusted associate sees it in person before making an offer.

    • 5

      Talk with other local construction companies. They may have a used bulldozer for sale or know someone who does. If they don't have any leads, thank them for their time and give them a business card with your name and number on it. You never know what might happen, don't underestimate word of mouth.

    • 6

      Have any used bulldozer you plan on buying inspected. It may be used, but buying a bulldozer is still a major equipment investment.

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  • TONYZHANG May 22, 2008
    Our company is the largest company engaged in used construction machinery in Shanghai. We devote our best to provide safe and convenient service. Company Name:Shanghai Dafeng Used Construction Machinery Ltd. Address:No 2960 Longwu Road,Xuhui District Shanghi City Email:zhanggaolin#gmail com MSN:zhgl17#hotmail com Phone:0086 13311915163 FAX:0086 21 23010594 CAT CRAWEL DOZER D7H S/N 4AB04256 1992 model working condition usd55,000 CIF MIDDLE EAST D8L s/n 53y4701 1987 model working condition usd68,000 EX THE YARD D9N S/N 1JD3812 1993 MODEL WORKING CONDITION USD125,000 EX MY YARD D8R S/N 7XM04585 2000 MODEL WORKING CONDITION USD165,000 CIF MIDDLE EAST D7G S/N 65V1866 1979 MODEL WORKING CONDITION USD25,000 CIF MIDDLE EAST D6H S/N 2KD478 ,550,552 WORKNG CONDITION USD45,000 CIF MIDDLE EAST D7H S/N 4AB998 1987 MODEL WORKING CONDITION USD 53,000 CIF MIDDLE EAST D6G-2 S/N CHEC

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