For more than 30 years, Texas-based Swafford’s Landscape has been helping customers design the perfect outdoor space. With specialties including landscape, construction management and irrigation and drainage systems, Swafford’s Landscape must have the proper tools and vehicles on hand to complete its projects. When owner Mark Swafford needed an additional truck for his operations, he turned to IronPlanet, an online marketplace for buying and selling used heavy equipment.
“I had been looking for a pickup truck online and at physical auctions,” said Swafford. “When I saw the make and model that fit my needs on IronPlanet, a Ford F250 pickup, I didn’t hesitate to bid on the item.”
Swafford found the item on IronPlanet and added it to his Watch List, which serves as a way to bookmark items. Users are then notified via email when an item in the Watch List is available for bidding. He learned more about the F250 using IronPlanet’s guaranteed inspection report. The report, backed by the IronClad Assurance buyer protection program, provided details about the condition of the truck and numerous photos to give Swafford the confidence to purchase online. IronClad Assurance ensures that the reports are a true representation of the condition of the equipment.
“I’ve previously purchased from the largest organizer of onsite auctions and the warrantee and claim process was a pain,” stated Swafford. “With IronPlanet, everything was much simpler and hassle-free.”
Results
Swafford estimates that it would have cost more than $1000 to see the truck in person, which would have discouraged him from making the purchase. With IronPlanet’s help, he was able to save money and time by avoiding a visit to the seller’s site. The ability to bid using a computer, smart phone or tablet was a major draw for him.
“Because of IronPlanet, I was able to secure a good working truck at a reasonable price that helps my company complete tasks quickly and easily,” added Swafford. “I’m currently looking for more equipment and anticipate that IronPlanet will be a source for equipment purchases moving forward.”
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