Why Now Is the Time to Buy a Van
Could your business benefit from owning a Freightliner
Sprinter van before the end of the year? Purchasing a commercial vehicle can be
a strategic and valuable addition to your business, but the needs of your
business should be considered. As a business owner, there are a few questions
you should ask yourself before starting your vehicle search:
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Should I
buy based on cargo space or gas mileage?
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Is my
current vehicle big enough to store needed equipment?
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Is the
vehicle reliable?
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Does my van
look professional?
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Will a new
van meet my business specifications?
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Can I
afford the cost of a new van?
While the other questions are
valid (and should be considered), the ultimate decision to buy or not to buy a
van for your business will come down to finances. Whether you’re a general
contractor, plumber, electrician, or florist, investing in a work van is a
smart choice. Here are six benefits a van can offer your business:
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Material Handling. Owning a van will reduce costs, especially if your
business r moves mass quantities of materials or equipment on a regular basis.
Purchasing a commercial van also eliminates the need to rent one for larger
jobs or events, helping your business and employees save time and money.
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Promotion. When you
own your van, you have the option to apply a van wrap or affix your logo
somewhere on the vehicle for a nominal cost The benefit is free, eye-catching
advertising whenever you travel to a job site. On-vehicle promotion can
potentially reach into the tens of thousands daily, giving it far more
visibility than a radio or newspaper ad.
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Professionalism. They say
you never get a second chance to make a first impression. Showing up to a job
site or an event in a branded vehicle not only looks professional, but it also
brings the qualities of expertise and reliability. A commercial vehicle also
eliminates the need to go back to the warehouse or shop for the correct part;
it’s all there in the upfitted van designed to your specifications.
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Resale Value. Sprinter
Vans have about the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in their class, based
upon research by Vincentric,™*. Factors taken into account include maintenance
costs, fuel costs, and overall retained value. With proper care and
maintenance, these values can increase. If it’s your first commercial vehicle,
buying a used van in good condition is a good way to test the waters and see
how it can truly benefit your business.
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Taxes. You can pay
the tax man or you can buy the van. Purchasing a van for commercial use means,
as a business owner, you can deduct the cost at tax time. The current Section
179 deduction allows you to claim more of the purchase expense in the first
year of ownership, speeding up depreciation. The greatest benefit of this
incentive is a larger tax saving in the calendar year in which the vehicle was
purchased.
Southport Truck Group is an authorized Freightliner Sprinter
dealership in Southwest Florida. Whether
you're looking for an excellent value on a new or used Sprinter van for your
business, our expert sales and financing staff are here for you. We have a large inventory of vehicle options
to meet your business needs! Call us today at 877-918-7885 (Tampa) /
239-210-9450 (Fort Myers) or stop by our showroom.
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