Used forklift reseller

Small warehouses, factories, farms, builders' merchants and workshops that want a reliable machine without paying new prices.

You earn the gap between your buying price (plus repairs and transport) and your selling price on each machine. You can add paid delivery or a short warranty.

• Knowing forklift types, capacities and common faults
• Negotiating and spotting a good buy
• Writing clear listings and dealing with business buyers

• Check every machine on the PPSR so you are not buying one with money still owing on it
• Australian Consumer Law applies to what you sell, so be accurate about condition and check what guarantees apply
• Check whether your state or territory requires any dealer licensing for second-hand equipment
• Check council rules for storing stock at a home or yard
• Public liability and product liability insurance, plus stock cover
• Tying up cash in stock that may take months to sell
• Budget for stock: a used forklift often costs several thousand to tens of thousands of dollars, plus repairs, transport and yard rent, so most people need to buy two or three machines to have a realistic range to sell

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $30,000 to $150,000, depending on how many machines you buy, plus repairs, transport and yard rent. A used forklift often costs several thousand to tens of thousands of dollars.

Monthly revenue is typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how many machines you sell, their prices and how long stock takes to move. These are estimates, not guarantees, and cash can be tied up in unsold stock.

Check every machine on the PPSR so you are not buying one with money still owing. Australian Consumer Law applies, so be accurate about condition, and check whether your state or territory requires dealer licensing for second-hand equipment.