Buying a used dump truck from Liangshan is not an Alibaba cart click. Treat it as a small import project.
1. Specify the job, not just the badge
Dump vs tractor, 6×4 vs 8×4, LHD vs RHD, Euro 2 vs 5, and destination port decide the unit more than the word HOWO.
2. Ask for the chassis, not a template
Year, approximate mileage, engine serial if available, and a live video. Ignore listings that print “production date 2025” on every truck.
3. Pay against a named unit
30% T/T after you accept the video. Balance against B/L copy. Do not wire 100% to a personal account.
4. Decide FOB or CIF
FOB is cheaper on paper. CIF is simpler if you do not have a forwarder in Qingdao. See the shipping guide.