🚨 Thinking about selling your used CNC machinery? Here’s advice 👇

Keep it under power for inspection. If you have no choice but to pull power, make sure to:🔹 Take a clear video of the machine running🔹 Record the hours🔹 (Bonus points) Get a professional inspection done — an in-depth condition report can go a long way in building buyer confidence and protecting your value.

💡 If you’re even thinking about replacing a machine, call someone like www.machinetoolsearch.com early to partner with. It pays off in the long run — and can save you from last-minute scrambles or giving your used machine away for pennies on the dollar.

✔️ 1. The moment you start thinking about Selling your Used CNC Machinery

As soon as selling your used CNC machinery, upgrading or swapping out a machine enters your mind, that’s the time to start positioning the current one for sale. Why? Because lead time = leverage.

✔️ 2. 60–120 days before removal is the sweet spot

Most good buyers need time for:

• Inspection

• Budget approvals

• Scheduling riggers

• Planning freight

• Matching the machine to a job

The earlier it’s listed, the less pressure you’re under to accept lowball offers.

✔️ 3. BEFORE you pull power

Once a machine is disconnected, your buyer pool drops. Machines under power sell faster and for higher prices.

✔️ 4. If you’re buying a new machine — list your old one the moment the PO is signed

Don’t wait until the new machine is on the truck. Early listing prevents:

• Shop floor space emergencies

• Fire-sale pricing

• Rushing to move a machine with zero prep

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✔️ 5. Partner early

Working with someone like www.machinetoolsearch.com early means:

• Photos and videos are captured while the machine is running

• Market value is set realistically

• The right buyers get contacted before you’re in a bind