It Is a high-specification vehicle designed for a particular field,
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and its price will reflect that, although what's around and when will determine its actual selling price.
Savvy construction, landscape, municipal and road maintenance set-ups will know to the last penny whether buying, spot hiring or contract leasing is the best policy. It's no coincidence that Mercedes has mentioned a finance lease deal for this vehicle's next home.
The low mileage threw us initially, but when you look closely it has plenty of tell-tale signs that its grab has done as much work as the driveline. Down the box the gears are smooth but at the top end it was a little more sticky, the engine was happy at sub-40mph and a little less refined when being pushed along the dual carriageways and motorways. The cab inside and out is near spotless, suggesting the occupants only sat in it for the journey to and from the worksite and through the lunch hour reading the paper.
As a result it has done exactly what it would have been designed for. If you are in the used market for a vehicle detailed for earth removal and disposal, regardless of buy or lease. this is the vehicle for you.