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Buying Guide 09/16/2026

What Makes a Used Commercial Truck Worth More at Resale?

A used commercial truck is typically worth more when its condition, chassis, configuration and upfit remain useful to the next business. An expensive service body, crane, liftgate or enclosed utility body does not automatically add its original cost to resale value. Demand, maintenance history, equipment condition and how easily another business can put the truck to work all influence what it is really worth.

Buying Guide 09/13/2026

Is a Liftgate Worth Paying More for on a Used Box Truck?

A liftgate can be one of the most valuable pieces of equipment on a box truck—or hundreds of pounds of equipment your business rarely uses. If your crew regularly moves appliances, furniture, commercial equipment, palletized freight or other heavy cargo without access to a loading dock or forklift, a properly sized liftgate can dramatically improve how the truck works. If you're primarily carrying lightweight boxes that can easily travel up a ramp, the added weight, maintenance and purchase cost

Comparison 09/03/2026

Gas vs. Diesel Work Trucks: Which Costs Less to Own After 100,000 Miles?

🚛 Gas or Diesel? Discover the true cost of work truck maintenance over 100,000 miles! SRQ Auto LLC breaks down what keeps your fleet efficient and your wallet happy. 🚚💡 #TruckLife #SRQAuto

Blog Post 08/27/2026

Is Your Work Truck Quietly Killing Your Bottom Line? 10 Warning Signs

This article outlines 10 key warning signs that a commercial work truck needs an upgrade, including rising repair costs, frequent downtime, and safety risks.

Blog Post 08/19/2026

Why Are Two Similar Used Work Trucks Priced So Differently?

A $5,000 price difference between two identical-looking used work trucks comes down to invisible mechanical specifications, hidden structural condition, and title history. Higher-priced trucks often feature factory heavy-duty towing packages, upgraded rear axle ratios, clean frame rails, and documented maintenance histories, while cheaper twins frequently carry deferred repairs, severe frame corrosion, or unrecorded flood damage.

Pricing was accurate at the time of article writing. All pricing is subject to change. See the manufacturer and/or Dealer for up-to-date pricing.