"Like New" Rebuilt Mini Trucks

"Like New" Rebuilt Mini Trucks TRUCKS New Trucks 31-5-10 "They're the best bargain in farming," says Paul Stith, veteran importer of mini trucks from Japan who recently started a new service. He sells totally rebuilt used mini trucks at prices that are only about $1,000 more than the "as is" trucks that most dealers sell. "To my knowledge, no one else offers this service. We rebuild the trucks from the ground up û a 100 percent off-frame restoration," says Stith. Here's what is done to the trucks: New brakes, clutch, battery, tires, wheels, and cv joints are installed. The engine and transmission are rebuilt. A lift kit, bullbar, and a rear bumper with trailer ball are all added, and the interior is totally refurbished and the outside given a new paint job. "They're like new trucks," says Stith, who's importing the rebuilt mini trucks from a rebuilder in the Phillipines, which is why the work can be done so cost effectively. A totally rebuilt truck sells for $4,900 while an "as is" version of the same truck sells for $3,900. All trucks are 1993 to 1998 models with 4-WD, manual transmission, and air conditioning. Carrying capacity is 1,200 lbs. Dump boxes are available as are extended cabs. Stith works with buyers in Japan who attend used vehicle auctions. He sells trucks direct to farmers, or he can sell the mini trucks by the container load to dealers. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Paul Stith, 95 Oakridge Drive, Oneonta, Ala. 35121 (ph 205 274-7808 or 205 446-9743; stith@otelco.net; www.myminitrucks.com).

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