Tip for future leased owner operator: Always ask to see the maintenance records, altogether with an inquire about major repairs.
By checking out these things, the truck driver who wants to lease the truck can get the real picture about the truck. A leased owner operator should always determine if the mileage makes sense for the year of the truck.
Remember: Numerous leases on a particular truck should be one thing to you- A RED FLAG!
On the other side, future leased owner operators should have in mind the lease-purchase plans.
The truck driver should calculate what you will owe in comparison to the truck’s actual estimated value.
15. Leasing A Class 8 Truck: Pros And Cons
Leasing a commercial vehicle/class 8 truck is pretty much similar to paying monthly rent.
Moreover, the money that leased owner operator is paying to the trucking company on a monthly basis is just for the use of commercial vehicle/class 8 truck.