Excavators are very expensive. If you are an individual acting as a boss, you are using your hard-earned money. How do you choose?
Buying a new model:
If you plan to replace it in 3-5 years, you must choose the latest model excavator. Although the new model is expensive, it offers more functions and a new style. The driver always drives a new car, just like buying a private car. Some people just like new models. A new machine presents a good team image and is always the most beautiful scenery on the construction site, giving customers a good impression. Therefore, for wealthy bosses planning to change their machines in 3-5 years, they will definitely buy a new excavator. After the warranty period, they can replace it. Many manufacturers also have trade-in terms to support exchanging for new machines.
Buying an old model:
If you plan to use a single excavator for a long time or until it is scrapped, the preferred choice is an old model machine. After three years, when the excavator develops faults and needs repairs, you will find that the maintenance cost of an old model is much lower because spare parts are easily available, and repair technicians are familiar with old models. Many mini excavators are maintained by the driver himself. Just like new energy vehicles, many repair shops do not know how to fix them, and waiting for the manufacturer to repair them can waste a lot of working hours.
So, as the old saying goes, don’t buy expensive, just buy what suits you.