How to Buy a Monster Truck at a Car Show

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Monster trucks are pickup trucks that have been modified with large wheels and suspensions. They are used for entertainment such as rock crawling and freestyle events. In many monster truck shows the driver crushes smaller cars under the truck's large tires, spin in cyclones and rolls the truck over. If you want to participate in these types of events then follow these steps to buy a monster truck at a car show.

Instructions

Difficulty: Challenging

Step1
Set aside the money you need to purchase the monster truck. Visit the Cars On Line website and click on "Monster Trucks" to get an idea of how much you can expect to spend.
Step2
Log on to Trucks magazine online to learn the dates for the next monster truck show. Click on "Shows and Events" to find a monster truck show nearest you.
Step3
Attend a monster truck show. Keep an eye out for monster trucks for sale. Often they will have a monster truck sale in the parking lot of the show.
Step4
Test drive the monster truck before purchase. Have it inspected by a mechanic so you don't get stuck with a lemon.
Step5
Make an offer on the monster truck. Offer less than they are asking first. Most sellers will accept the best offer. Expect a lot of competition when buying as these trucks are in high demand.

Tips & Warnings

  • To become a monster truck driver you must be 25-years-old and have an International Competition Drivers License.
  • Before purchasing and driving a monster truck get proper training in how to operate it safely. Monster trucks flip easily as they are a high profile vehicle.

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