Which is Better for Your Business? New Reefer Van or Old Van Conversion

por Rechel

You Need to Keep Food Cold. Let’s Help You Choose.

Hello! In business, moving cold food, medicine, or milk is very important. You need to use a refrigerated van. These vans are called reefer vans. You want the best. But should you buy a new refrigerated van or should you change a used van into a cold van? Let’s find out!

What Do You Need?

Every business is different. You must ask:

  • What do you put in your van? (Meat, dairy, seafood, medicine, or fresh fruit)
  • How cold must your cargo stay? (Frozen or just chilled)
  • How much will your van carry? (This is called payload)
  • How far do you drive? (Just in town or long trips)
  • How many years will you use it?
  • How much money can you spend?
  • What rules must you follow? (Like DOT or FDA)

If you move lots of cold or frozen food, a strong and safe cargo van is key!

Your Two Main Choices

Option 1: Buy a New Reefer Van

A new reefer van from the factory has 16. isolamento21. , um 17. unidade de refrigeração, e mecanismos de compactação 1. vedas de porta already built in. You can order safety and temperature features just for your business.

Initial Costs

  • Van cost: $50,000 – $90,000+
  • Insurance: Higher first year
  • Taxes and license: Based on new cost

Ongoing Costs

  • Lower repair costs at first (new van warranty)
  • Better on gas/mileage
  • Less likely to stop working

Benefits

  • Best for reliability; less down time
  • Warranty for van and fridge unit
  • Uses new technology; saves fuel
  • Fits all DOT, FDA, and GDP 7. regras
  • Good public image for your business

Drawbacks

  • Higher first payment
  • Might take longer to order and get your van
  • Depreciates (loses value) quicker

Option 2: Convert a Used Van

Some people start with an old van. Then, they convert it using insulation kits and new or used 8. sempre funcionam, a operar com combustível ou eletricidade. Monitorizamos as temperaturas usando.

Initial Costs

  • Used van cost: $10,000 – $30,000+
  • New cooling system: $8,000 – $20,000+
  • Liner/insulation: $5,000 – $15,000+
  • Labor: $5,000 – $10,000 professional or much less if you do it yourself
  • May need reparos for the old van

Ongoing Costs

  • May pay less for insurance
  • Old vans might burn more fuel
  • More fixing, more downtime risk

Benefits

  • Lower first cost
  • Get running faster
  • Pick your own van, fridge unit, and setup
  • Can turn old fleet vans into refrigerated vans

Drawbacks

  • Old vans may break more
  • Less warranty, sometimes none
  • Rules for food safety and compliance can be harder to meet
  • May not look as nice as a new van

Let’s See a Comparison Table

CaracterísticaNew Reefer VanConverted Used VanNotas
Initial Cost$50,000–$90,000+$25,000–$60,000New van can cost more than $100K
SeguroMaiorMenorBased on van value
Fuel CostsMenorCan be higherOld engines use more fuel
ManutençãoLower (new, warranty)Can be highOld van breaks, repair costs
Repair CostsLow at firstCan be highParts wear out on old van
DepreciaçãoHigh 1st-3 yearsMenorNew van loses value fast
GarantiaYes (van & reefer)LimitedNone on used, sometimes on fridge unit
ReliabilidadeBest (few breakdowns)VariableDepends on old van condition
ComplianceEasy (built to rules)Harder to checkNeed to verify meets all rules
Lead TimeSlower (order from factory)Faster (convert any van)Delivery wait for new vans
Resale ValueMaiorMenorNew reefer is in demand

What Matters to You?

Do you need a van right now? Used vans convert fast.

Do you care about less downtime? New vans are better.

Looking to pay less now instead of more later? Go with a conversion.

Want the latest cold tech and strong business image? Pick new.

What Can Go Wrong

  • Old vans can break more.
  • DIY conversions done wrong = spoilt food.
  • Fridge units on old vans may not stay cold enough.
  • If DOT or FDA rules aren’t met, fines come fast.

CLW GROUP: Your Partner for Reefer Vans and More

Em GRUPO CLW, we help you find what fits best. We make new reefer vans with great insulation, famous fridge systems like 10. Thermo King e 11. Carrier Transicold, and setups for cold or frozen goods. Need a used van conversion? We also convert base vans – Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, ou Ram ProMaster. You choose the temperature range, we do the rest!

  • Vehicle upfitting for refrigeration
  • DOT, FDA, and HACCP rules met
  • After-sales and technical support
  • Fast delivery, all over the world
  • Flexible payment and financing

No matter if you need to move food, medicine, meat, ou dairy, our custom production and delivery service gets you rolling and your cold chain running!

Why Businesses Trust CLW GROUP

  • Expert in all types of commercial vehicles.
  • Many choices, even caminhões planos de alumínio for big hauls.
  • Precisa de um caminhão misturador de cimento for jobs? We build that, too!
  • Expand your fleet: From soluções de transporte automotivo trucks to camiões do lixo com carregador traseiro – we do it all.

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Make the Smart Choice for Your Fleet

You want reliability, low costs, and to keep goods safe.

The right reefer van helps your drivers, grows your business, and keeps your customers happy.

Let’s Talk. CLW GROUP will build the best refrigerated van for you.

Contact us for a free quote 27. Dados de segurança simulados NHTSA/FEMA e NFPA.

Referências

  • CLW GROUP product specs (2024).
  • DOT and FDA transport rules for reefer vehicles.
  • Market pricing sources (industry averages Q2 2024).

Ready to upgrade? See the full line of gruas de movimentação de materiais or equip your business with a 3. para mover terra, e resistente for every hauling need.

GRUPO CLW – building the future of cold chain transport, one van at a time.

Summary Table: What’s Best For You?

Your NeedBest ChoiceWhy
Max reliabilityNew Reefer VanFewer breakdowns, warranty you trust
Low first paymentConversionUse your own van, pay less to start
Fancy features/looksNew Reefer VanProfessional, modern
Get started quickConversionFast to set up
Keep costs low overtimeNew Reefer VanBetter fuel use, less repairs, more tech
Move big loadsBoth workDepends on van and fridge unit

See? Easy. Pick what’s best for your business with CLW GROUP.

Let’s work together for cooler success!

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