Buying Used Restaurant Equipment, a Primer

Pros and Cons of Buying Used Restaurant Equipment

Opening a restaurant involves huge costs. One of the expenses that will surely burn your pocket in this business is the equipment cost. This is one of the main reasons for why many people opt for used restaurant equipment. Everything ranging from stoves, gas, refrigerator, microwave to food service equipment and furniture- cost a lot.

Next, you can not ignore maintenance cost too. Everyday you are likely to come up with some or the other problem related to your equipment. For all these reasons many restaurant owners go in for second hand equipment. This way, they save a substantial amount on the initial set up.

But before you plan to buy used equipment for your restaurant business, you should look into both the pros and cons of this decision.

The first advantage of buying used equipment is obviously the money. You will save a lot of money which you can utilize in some other area of your restaurant.

Another interesting thing with used restaurant equipments is that if you are lucky you may find relatively new equipment as the used one. Because of high failure of restaurant business many people give up the business within a year or so. So before you buy any used equipment a little research about the restaurant selling the equipment would help a lot. In some cases you may even get warranties along the used equipment.

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Buying Used Restaurant Equipment

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KTEC Smoother USED
For years the Smoother has set the standard in blending frozen drinks. The Smoother is still the choice of many of the world's leading beverage retailers.
No blending chore is too tough for the Smoother. The Smoother was designed with you in mind. There is no need to purchase a different machine if you change the layout of your counter. The Smoother combines power with intelligence and beauty. Includes container and lid.

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One of the biggest expenses of opening a new restaurant is buying equipment. A $100,000 loan might seem like a lot of money when you are first getting ready to open, but too quickly it can run out. Stoves, ranges, grills and coolers all represent thousands of dollars spent. In addition, much like a new car, these items depreciate the minute they leave the showroom. When you begin shopping around for restaurant equipment, you will soon find out how expensive new pieces are. Selecting gently worn second-hand equipment can save you a lot of money. However, used restaurant equipment does present a few liabilities. Read on for the pros and cons of buying used.

Pros of Buying Used Restaurant Equipment

• Moolah. Buying used equipment will save you precious start up cash that you can put toward your first food order, payroll, or insurances.
• Due to the high failure of new restaurants (not yours, of course) many second hand pieces of equipment have only been in service for a year or two. If you go to a restaurant auction, do your homework and find out how long the place was open. Examine the appliances, looking for tell tale signs of wear and tear like rust, missing parts, ect. If you are really lucky, you can still get the warranty with a piece that is not too old.
• Haggling. Dealers of used restaurant equipment are often open to price negotiations. If you are good at haggling then don’t be afraid to counter their offer.
• Freebies. If you are buying several pieces of used equipment from the same vendor, ask for a freebie, such as prep table, a mixer or toaster. They may throw it in as a sign of goodwill.
Cons of Buying Used Restaurant Equipment

• Warranties, or lack thereof. Used restaurant equipment is usually sold “as is.” Meaning, if you hook it up at the restaurant and it doesn’t work, you’re out of luck. This is the gamble you take when buying used. The good news is that many pieces of restaurant equipment are nearly indestructible. If one small part goes, it is easy to replace.
• Spending more money. If you do buy used equipment that breaks, then you may end up spending more money than if you had just bought it new. However, certain items are better suited to buy used, and have a better chance of working properly for a long time to come.

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Used Delfield Refrigerator Model # VRR1-SH 2 Door

Delfield Solid Door VRR1- SH Two Door Refrigerator in stock and available right now:

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VRR1-S 115 6.0 20 12.1 3 1/5 555 2010 130/15 332 5-15P

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Maryland Restaurant Equipment - Used Freezers for sale

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Used Everest Commercial Freezer for Restaurants
Model ESF3 3 Door Freezer in stock and available at Gilbert's Restaurant Equipment.

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STANDARD FEATURES

·304 series stainless steel interior and 430 series exterior
·Epoxy coated adjustable shelves and 304 series stainless steel shelf clips
·Positive seal self-closing doors
·Digital thermometer, Microchip installed digital monitoring system
·Four 4" diameter swivel casters for all models (front casters with brakes) 5" overall Height
·Incandescent interior lighting
·CFC free 134A refrigerant for refrigerator side and 404A for freezer side
·Evaporator copper tube with anti-corrosive coating
·Removable front grill for easy repair and maintenance
·Interior airflow backguard to ensure proper air circulation

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New Everest Refrigerators in stock- Frederick MD

Restaurant's in Maryland, Northern Virginia, Southern Pennsylvania and West Virginia that need a commercial refrigerator, need it NOW, not 2 weeks from now. If you're commercial kitchen equipment breaks down, you're out of business.

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In stock this at this very moment in Frederick Maryland:

Used Everest ESR 1 Reach-In Refrigerator

Previously owned Single Solid Door Upright Restaurant Refrigerator



Digital control and monitoring system that maintains optimum temperature by quickly reacting to temperature changes (33°F to 55°F)
Exterior front, sides and door constructed of 430 series stainless steel and interior constructed of POSCO 445 series stainless steel for easy maintenance and longevity
Self-contained drop-in condensing unit for easy serviceability
Rounded door edge design for safety
Heavy duty recessed door handle that stays out of the way for convenience
5" overall height casters, front locking, standard for easy mobility.

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