Saturday 24 August 2013

The Challenges Involved In Buying Vineyard Equipment In California

By Dennis Felton


If you are based in the state of California and if you are planning to buy a vineyard equipment in the area, you might find the task pretty challenging. Here are some of the reasons why:

The challenge of finding a good distributor - in a state that is big as California, finding a good, reputable distributor is a bit difficult. You might be able to secure a list of prospective distributors from somebody but that does not mean you do not need to conduct a thorough examination on their background anymore.

Suggestion: aside from getting recommendations from the local community, conducting your own research before buying a vineyard equipment (e.g. utility vehicles, tractors) must be done. You can begin checking your prospects' background on the Internet, where you can find some good honest reviews. With this, you are able to trim your list down to the most qualified until you arrive to the best choice.

The competition - the competition among distributors might put some confusion in you part; some might give deceiving product info just to convince you to buy their items. This scenario is common to places where competition is high. So, you need to be careful when as well when it comes to this, especially with California.

Recommendation: secure a list of recommended distributors from proven reputable entities or individuals who are considered experts in this area. For instance, you can check the approved list of distributors provided by a government agency that is tasked to regulate businesses. Private institutions can also help - like the Better Business Bureau - so don't hesitate to ask for honest insights.

The price - we cannot deny the fact that prices of many utility vehicles and vineyard equipment in the state of California are pretty high. The demand for these items as well as the standard of living in this state are considered to be one of the factors. That said, it is imperative that you arm yourself with the right buying knowledge so that you are able to get the best possible deals.

Recommendation: make product comparison by investigating the list of prices provided by your prospects. Knowing the factory price can also help you to weigh on whether or not the distributors' (the market price) price list is justifiable or not.

Used versus New - the challenge of buying either used vineyard equipment or the new one is another area that might put some confusion to you. Buying a used equipment can save you some good amount of money, but it could also present major drawbacks when it comes to equipment performance.

Recommendation: consider how long do you intend to use the equipment versus its expected lifespan. Are you planning to use it long term or just in a short course project. If your project is long term, buying a used equipment might not be practical as you might end up buying another equipment again if it does not work according to your expected duration.




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