How To Buy a Conex Container Online

Here is a list of things to consider and questions to ask when making your decision to buy a conex container.

Buying a conex box container online is like buying any item online. However, when you purchase something costing thousands of dollars, it’s nice to have some assurance that you're getting exactly what you paid for. One challenge to buying used conex shipping containers is that you don’t get to see photos of the exact container that you’re buying. This is why it is critical to buy from a company like Prime Shipping Containers with years of experience, great customer service, and an excellent warranty. 

Here are a few red flags of companies to avoid:

Once those steps are completed, we will arrange delivery with you. 

Prime Shipping Containers sells the 3 most common sizes of shipping containers including 20 ft standard, 40 ft standard, and 40 ft high cubes (1 foot taller than standard). These containers are 8 feet wide and 8.5 feet tall for standard and 9.5 feet tall for high cubes.

Used conex containers come in 3 different grades: 

New/1Trip

Cargo Worthy

Wind and Water Tight (WWT) 

AS IS 

Shipping container delivery cost can be a major factor in completing your purchase. It is important to ensure your quoted price includes delivery of the container to your destination of choice. Some companies will quote you a container price and delivery price separately or during purchase Prime Shipping Containers generates quotes with the cost of delivery included.

Submit your order online — no payment is taken on the website. Our team reviews every order, confirms availability and delivery details, then emails you an invoice with bank wire or Zelle payment instructions.

Once you complete your purchase of a shipping container, we will arrange the container delivery to your property. The delivery includes a 5-point inspection to verify the condition of the container is satisfactory. 

Conex containers are made of COR-TEN steel, which is a special type of steel that is made to withstand the elements. A shipping container can be used to transport cargo thousands of times across the sea and will last a lifetime if properly maintained. It is recommended to look for a company that offers a warranty that covers both the structural integrity of the container, as well as the doors, floors and roof of your shipping container.

Prime Shipping Containers offers various warranties ranging from an 5-year structural guarantee in addition to a 1-year no-leak guarantee on applicable containers. You can search our containers and see the warranties provided. 

Most companies do not offer warranties with their containers. Be wary of organizations that are aiming to offload products instead of selling and supporting their customers.

If you are confused about any part of the purchase process or you have any questions about containers, call one of our specialists at (332) 318-2199 or type your question into the chat window.