Cdl truck selection?

Question

I try to work as an owner operator,I am looking for a tractor,there is one :

asking price:30000

brand:international

model:9400i6*4

year:2004

mileage:371426

housepower::435

transmission:manual:

10 speed,sleeper size:72,wheel base:228,axle configuration:6*4,GAWR Front:12000,rear:40000,disk wheels:rear tire description:LP22.5,POWER STEERING:

IS IT A GOOD DEAL?Is the brand--international a bad brand with obvious defects?volvo is much more expensive.

Thank you for your help

Answer 1

That is a good truck. My last driving truck I had the same one you are looking at. I put 500k mi before I left it. Only went in the shop once for a rear oil pan seal leaking. It was covered under warranty.

If that is Cummins engine, you cant go wrong. I would not hesitate to buy it once it is checked out and if that price is right.

It is also the best riding truck I have driven. I have driven all brands except Western Star.

I pulled tanks with mine. Mostly got 5mpg loaded and 10-11 empty.