G'day mates! Just wanted to share a ripper of an experience I had recently with Heavy Thing. I've been eyeing off a good quality used mini excavator for my contracting business for a while now. Prices at traditional dealerships have been a bit steep, so I decided to dip my toe into the online auction world.
The Thrill of the Bid
I found a tidy Kubota mini-ex on heavything.com that looked promising. It had a detailed multi-point inspection report, showing decent engine hours and the hydraulics looked spot on. Bidding online was a bit nerve-wracking, I won't lie. You're watching the clock tick down, putting in your bids, hoping you don't get outdone at the last second. But after a few tense minutes, the 'Congratulations, you won!' message popped up! Bloody stoked, I was.
Agent-Guided from Bid to Freight
Almost immediately after winning, I got a call from a Heavy Thing Sales Agent. He was a good bloke, no pressure sales tactics at all, just keen to guide me through the next steps. We talked about the deposit process – a 20% deposit was due, which is pretty standard for these kinds of deals and goes straight towards the purchase price. No worries there. What really impressed me was how organised they were with the freight. Getting a mini excavator from Brisbane, Queensland, all the way across to my property in regional Western Australia is no small feat. The agent helped me sort out the logistics, connecting me with reliable transport options and giving me a good estimate on costs and delivery timeframes. It took a few weeks, as expected for such a long haul, but the communication was top-notch throughout.
The 10-Day Inspection Period: Peace of Mind Delivered
When the Kubota finally rolled off the truck, I was keen as mustard to give it a thorough once-over. This is where Heavy Thing really shines – that 10-day inspection period. You get to check the machine against the inspection report they provided online. I went through everything: engine hours, checked the undercarriage for any unexpected wear, tested the hydraulics, and made sure all the attachments were as described. Everything was spot on, just as they'd detailed. It's a huge relief buying sight-unseen, knowing you've got that safety net. It gives you a fair dinkum chance to make sure you've bought what you paid for, and if something wasn't right, they've got that refund policy in place. Luckily for me, my new Kubota was exactly what I was after.
A Fair Dinkum Deal
Overall, my experience with the Heavy Thing Auction was a cracker. I saved a fair bit compared to what I would've paid at a local dealership, and the process was smooth from start to finish. If you're a contractor, farm manager, or workshop owner looking for some quality used plant and machinery, I reckon it's well worth checking out heavything.com. You might just snag yourself a bloody good deal too!