Walk around it
Look at it cold, before it runs.
- Cracks in the arm or boom
- Oil leaks on hoses
- Worn tracks and rollers
- Loose pins and bushings
Run it
Start it up. Listen for odd sounds.
Dig a bit. Swing it both ways. Watch for slow or jerky moves.
Check the papers
Lenders will want these too.
- Serial number matches the plate
- Hours on the meter
- Repair log
- Proof the seller owns it, with no liens
Then ask for a loan
Old or high-hour machines can be harder to finance. See our guide on hours.
We are a broker, not a lender. For business use only. All financing subject to lender approval.