[davekc]

I believe (myself included) purchased their pre-emissions trucks last year. Current rebates don't come anywhere close enough to compensate for the reduced mileage, lack of available service, downtime/loss of revenue, and current reports indicating many heat related problems form the DPF setup that is prematurely wearing out components.
Additionally, I think with tightening credit, newcomers may find increased difficulties in obtaining favorable rates and financing.
Plenty of used equipment out there, but one better be educated through the whole process or it could turn ugly.
Many of the repos are trucks that have been neglected because the truck owner was under-capitalized.
It would be highly advisable that one knows what they are looking for and have the ability to identify those trucks.
If not, better hire someone who does.