Used Wreckers for Sale
Looking for used wreckers for sale?
Whether you need to add an extra truck to your fleet or can’t spare the cash to buy new right now, a used wrecker could be the perfect budget-friendly option for your needs.
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Every used wrecker on our lot is carefully evaluated, inspected, and reconditioned before it’s listed for sale. Our process covers the areas that matter most on wrecker equipment:
- Frame and chassis — checked for cracks, welds, bends, and prior collision repairs
- Hydraulic system — inspected for leaks, tested under load, and checked for smooth operation
- Winch and cable — reviewed for fraying, kinks, and drum damage
- Boom and wheel lift — inspected at all pivot points and tested through the full range of motion
- Engine, transmission and brakes — evaluated for performance and service history
If a truck doesn’t meet our standards, we don’t sell it. That’s how we’ve built trust with towing and recovery operators for 60 years.
Choosing the Right Used Wrecker
The right used wrecker depends on the work you do. Light-duty MPL wreckers handle everyday tows and recoveries, while heavy-duty units take on tractor-trailer and industrial recovery jobs. When you call or visit, we’ll talk through your typical calls, your chassis preferences and your budget, then point you to the used tow trucks that actually fit your operation. No pressure, just honest guidance from people who know Jerr-Dan equipment inside and out.
Used vs. New: Why a Used Wrecker Makes Sense
A new wrecker is a serious investment, and it isn’t always the right call. A quality used wrecker costs significantly less upfront, avoids the steepest part of the depreciation curve, and can often be on your lot faster than a new build. For growing fleets and new operators alike, used tow trucks for sale deliver the same Jerr-Dan durability at a price that leaves room in the budget for parts, accessories and growth.
What to Consider When Buying a Used Wrecker
Before you shop used wrecker trucks for sale, keep these factors in mind:
- Capacity — match boom rating and wheel lift capacity to the vehicles you recover most
- Chassis condition — mileage matters, but engine hours and maintenance history matter more on a working tow truck
- Hydraulic condition — repairs here are the most expensive, so buy from a dealer who inspects
- Service history — documented maintenance means fewer surprises down the road
- After-sale support — parts availability and service backing protect your investment
Used Wrecker FAQs
Before you buy a used wrecker, it helps to know what to look for. Here are answers to the questions we hear most often from operators looking for used wrecker trucks for sale.
A wrecker uses a boom and wheel lift to tow and recover vehicles. A rollback (carrier) uses a sliding deck to winch vehicles on and haul them. Many operators run both.
Lower upfront cost, faster availability, and less depreciation. A quality used wrecker lets you add capacity or start your operation without new-equipment payments.
Jerr-Dan Wreckers are known for strength and durability, which helps them hold value well in the used tow trucks for sale market.
Buy from a dealer who inspects and reconditions. Ask about the frame, hydraulics, winch, and boom, and request the service history before you buy.
Inventory rotates frequently. Call us at (717) 684-0189 and tell us what you’re looking for. We’re one of the largest Jerr-Dan dealers in the country, and we can often locate the right unit.
Find Your Used Wrecker Today
Browse our current selection of used wreckers for sale, or get in touch with us to talk through what you need. With 60 years of Jerr-Dan experience and a third-generation family commitment to service before and after the sale, we’ll help you find a used wrecker that works as hard as you do.
