COMMERCIAL VEHICLE AUCTIONS
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"Everyone wants the big engine and the big cab"
Chris Wright is managing director of Commercial Vehicle Auctions based in Doncaster, which has been trading since 1989. The firm runs sales on two Wednesdays of each month with an average throughput of 160-200 trucks, 80-150 trailers and a range of plant. Wright also conducts auctions at customers premises around the country.
"When the 4-Series first started to come up at auction demand was greater for the 360 but we are seeing more 400s now in general haulage fleets," says Wright. "P-cab models are easier to come by than 8-cab models. With EDC and a bit more horsepower the 400 is said to be a bit more economical on fuel—the 420 is even better. Many come off lease and are put up for sale by the finance companies. Most are in excellent condition.
"EDC and the price differential over the 3Series put some buyers off for a while," Wright adds. "Electronic management on all makes of truck is now accepted by the majority. Compared
with where Scania was 11) years ago it has become a major volume player. We're expecting to see more of the 400s and 420s coming into the market as we progress through the year. Everyone wants the big engine and the big cab. As with other makes, the 4x2s have taken a hit. Last week we sold a P-reg R124 360 6x2 for £27,000 and the 400 will fetch at least £3.000 more."