Understanding Full Maintenance Lease Trucks: Why PacLease Stands Out

How Do You Differentiate in a Market of Abundance?

Imagine a thriving orchard, producing the highest quality fruit — abundant, well-maintained, and efficient. That’s how you should think about a well-managed fleet, and specifically, a PacLease truck.
PacLease represents a premium tier of full-maintenance lease solutions. With dry-state iron, OEM support, comprehensive maintenance programs, and a robust refurbishment process, these trucks stand apart. That is the PacLease brand.

The Foundation: Planned Preventive Maintenance

One of the most important factors in a full-maintenance lease is planned preventive maintenance — from day one to the end of the term. This contrasts with reactive maintenance, which only addresses problems after they arise.

What Is a Full Maintenance Lease Truck?

A full maintenance lease typically includes:
• A fixed 60-month lease term with a mileage-based rate.
• The customer provides the driver, fuel, and insurance.
• The lease provider (e.g., PacLease) supplies the truck, all scheduled maintenance, federal highway use tax, and licensing.
• A guarantee of zero downtime or a replacement truck if major repairs are required.
Most maintenance is performed on-site at the customer’s facility using mobile service units during off-hours, avoiding disruption. Major repairs occur at OEM service centers. This structure minimizes downtime, reduces costs, and ensures that trucks stay in top condition throughout their lease.

The Secret of Lease Returns

Most used truck buyers aren’t aware that some of the best units available are those coming off full maintenance leases. These trucks have been:
• Maintained by OEM-trained technicians.
• Serviced on a consistent schedule with meticulous attention to detail.
• Used by quality drivers on predictable local or intermediate routes.
• Operated with a mindset focused on long-term performance, not short-term fixes.

Why Full Maintenance Lease Trucks Are Superior

1. Expert Maintenance

•  Technicians are trained to identify and resolve potential issues before they escalate.
•  Maintenance staff treat these trucks as long-term assets — aiming for 500,000+ miles of trouble-free performance.

2. No Rust or Corrosion

•  Trucks from dry states like California, Arizona, and Texas benefit from minimal exposure to snow and road salt.
• Well-paved secondary roads (especially in California) reduce wear and tear compared to rocky, rural routes in other states.

3. Rigorous Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)

•  A full-maintenance lease truck receives a thorough PDI focused on longevity.
• Lease providers aren’t bound by OEM flat-rate times — they take the time to get it right.

4. Turn-In Process

• At lease end, units are inspected for abnormal wear or damage and necessary repairs are made.
• This ensures the truck is ready for resale in excellent condition.

The Flip Side: Fair Market Value (FMV) Leases

In contrast, FMV leases:
• Do not include maintenance.
• Rely on the customer to maintain the truck (often inconsistently).
• Frequently involve cost-cutting at the end of the term (e.g., skipped oil changes, ignored minor repairs).
The FMV mindset often prioritizes short-term savings over long-term reliability.

Why PacLease Units Offer the Best Second-Life Potential

1. Consistency

• Maintenance from day one ensures optimal engine performance and system health.

2. Quality

•  Visual inspection tells a story: aligned hood, clean wiring looms, rust-free frames, and no signs of shortcut repairs.

3. Predictability

• When buying used, you can’t see 80% of what matters — but history, documentation, and condition fill in the gaps.

4. Second User Advantage

• You’re buying a truck that’s had one owner, one maintenance plan, and one story — not a patchwork history.

Key Questions Every Buyer Should Ask

• What is this truck’s story?
• Where did it operate?
• Who maintained it?
• How often was it serviced?
• What is the visual and mechanical condition?

When a Truck is “Too Far Gone”

No amount of money or effort can undo years of neglect. Trucks that haven’t been maintained from the start usually aren’t worth trying to restore.

The Two Big Questions That Matter

1. Does this unit give me the best odds of maximizing its remaining life?
2. Does its history remove as many unknowns as possible?

PacLease and CCTE Used Truck Protocol
When a truck comes off lease, it enters the CCTE Used Truck Department, where it follows a clear, consistent process. This ensures transparency and traceability — from its first mile to its last.