Buying a pre-owned forklift may work best with your budget, but it could cost you more money in the long run. While used equipment can save you a lot in upfront costs, it can cost you more in repairs and maintenance costs because it’s used. Depending on the age and condition of the equipment, you usually get little or no warranty coverage to help cover these costs. If you’ll be using your forklift multiple hours every day, buying new is often more cost-effective. Our used forklift inventory at Mid-Ohio Forklifts in Akron, Ohio, typically includes trade-ins that are older and may have minor leaks or other problems.