Trade-In & Consignment Sales
When it's time to move a machine on — whether you're upgrading, downsizing or clearing surplus plant — trade-in and consignment give you two straightforward ways to realise its value. EWP Australia helps owners sell EWPs without the hassle of managing the process alone.
As specialists in EWP inspection, repair and sales, we can inspect and certify your machine, present it accurately to buyers, and handle the sale end to end. Trading in against your next purchase or consigning for us to sell — the path that suits you depends on your timing and goals.
Built For
- Owners upgrading to a newer or larger machine
- Businesses downsizing or rationalising a fleet
- Hire companies clearing surplus plant
- Operators exiting a line of work
- Anyone who wants the sale process managed for them
Equipment & Coverage
- Boom lifts — articulating and telescopic
- Scissor lifts — electric and rough-terrain
- Cherry pickers and truck-mounted EWPs
- Insulated EWPs for electrical work
- Trailer-mounted and spider lifts
The Process
Assess the machine
We inspect the unit to establish its condition, compliance status and any work needed to present it for sale.
Choose the path
You decide between trading in against a purchase from us, or consigning the machine for us to sell on your behalf.
Certify, market & sell
We rectify and certify where needed, present the machine accurately to buyers, and manage the sale through to handover.
Compliance & Standards
Machines are assessed against AS/NZS 1418.10 and AS 2550.10 so their condition and compliance are understood before sale. Where a unit is near or past ten years of age, we can advise on the 10-year major inspection required under AS 2550.10, giving buyers an accurate maintenance picture and helping your machine present honestly.
Why EWP Australia
- Two routes to sell — trade-in or consignment — to suit your timing
- Inspection and certification handled by an EWP specialist
- Accurate presentation to buyers, not overstated claims
- The sale process managed end to end on your behalf
Common Questions
What's the difference between trade-in and consignment?
A trade-in applies your machine's value against a purchase from us, so it's quick and simple when you're upgrading. Consignment means we sell the machine on your behalf to the wider market, which can suit owners who aren't buying a replacement from us.
Do I need to fix my EWP before selling it?
Not necessarily. We assess the machine and can carry out the rectification and certification that helps it present and sell well. We'll talk through the options so you can decide what work is worthwhile before it goes to market.
Will you inspect and certify my machine before it sells?
Yes. As inspection and repair specialists, we assess condition and compliance and can certify the machine, so it's presented accurately and buyers understand exactly what they're getting.
What types of EWP can I trade in or consign?
We handle boom lifts, scissor lifts, cherry pickers, truck-mounted and insulated EWPs, and trailer-mounted and spider lifts. Tell us what you have and we'll advise on the best way to move it on.
Do Your Homework First
Independent guides from our Knowledge Centre to help you specify, compare and verify before you commit.
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