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Posted on by Amy Hovey

It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our husband, father, founder, and boss Steve Vander Ziel. In this we trust God has a plan even though we don’t see it now and may never understand. He died doing the thing he had grown to love in his later years, driving his John Deere tractor.

Please be patient with us in the coming weeks as we make arrangements and grieve. He guided us well for this event, but we still have big shoes to fill. He will be missed desperately.

We will be closed Friday, November 3.

Visitation: Thursday 11/2 5pm to 8pm  at “The Barn” 12166 52nd St. Lowell, MI 49331 (Please park along the road, fire department will block traffic as needed) 
Funeral: Friday, 11/3, 11am at Northpointe Christian, 3101 Leonard St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

In lieu of flowers please feel free but not obligated to make a donation to:
NorthPointe Christian Schools (NPC Foundation in memory of Steve VanderZiel),
3101 Leonard St. NE,
Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Lowell Township (Steve VanderZiel Family Endowment Fund),
2910 Alden Nash SE
Lowell, MI 49331.

For those who may not know, Steve was our namesake at Vander Ziel Machinery. He founded the company after buying a package of machinery for the farm. He kept a few items and sold the rest. He was a man who believed deeply in getting his hands dirty and leading by example, he built the business on the Christian values of honesty, integrity, and respect. Steve had a gift for planning not just to step two or three but usually to step ten or fifteen. Our family has surrounded his vision and have been involved in the business since the beginning. Still to this day the family is very involved in everyday operations.

As many may know, in his later years Steve used his engineering mind to restore old tractors, in his mind the older the better. He would reverse engineer parts even when he didn’t have the original. His ingenuity and ability to solve a problem brought Vander Ziel Machinery to where we are today.

Thank you for your patience and continued support in business over the years. Serving our customers is what drives us and what we will continue to do. We appreciate you!

With Sadness,
The VanderZiel Family

Steve made a huge impact in the West Michigan community, please leave any comments, stories or encouragements below on our website. We look forward to hearing from you.

How to Sell Your Used Machinery

Posted on by wpengine

How to Sell Your Used Machinery

There are many different reasons why you may want to sell your equipment. At Vander Ziel Machinery, we are always looking to buy. Here is what you should know about our purchasing process and more:

Reasons To Sell 

Many industries can benefit from selling their equipment to us for many different reasons. Your business may need to upgrade machinery and may not know where to sell your equipment. You could simply need the cash for the equipment you don’t use. Another reason to sell your equipment is to get more floor space by removing old equipment. If you are closing up shop, and no longer need your equipment you may want to consider selling your equipment. All of these reasons are valid, and we can help.  

The Selling Process 

Our selling process is simple to follow. Here are the steps you need to follow to sell your machinery: 

  1. Call Vander Ziel Machinery or fill out this form. 
  2. Send pictures of your machinery.
  3. Receive a quote from us. 
  4. Schedule a pickup time. 

We understand that selling equipment can be time-consuming and we want our customers to feel at ease when you work with us. That’s why we keep our selling process simple – so that you can focus on other parts of your business. It’s quick, easy and you’ll gain more space in your shop just like that! 

What We Offer 

When you sell your equipment to us, we offer several different options. We offer fair cash prices for machinery and risk-free purchases. We also offer trade-ins for those who are interested in upgrading their machinery. A trade-in can reduce the cost of new equipment. At Vander Ziel Machinery, we can also help you if you are closing down your entire plant. We are happy to purchase machinery from plants or from those who are thinking of liquidating. Our team understands that confidentiality is key in these situations. To learn more about what we offer, contact us! 

Reasons To Sell to Us 

Selling your equipment to the right purchaser can make or break your experience. We offer fair prices and hope that you continue to come back if you ever need to sell other equipment and/or purchase new equipment. Here are some reasons why you should consider selling your machinery to us: 

  • Our prices are fair when selling your equipment to us. 
  • Our team can deliver your new equipment to you during/after picking up your trade-in machinery.
  • We can remove your old machinery quickly using our in-house rigging and trucking.
  • We do not broker the equipment you sell to us. 
  • We purchase all types of machinery at various levels of quality. 
  • We purchase machinery to put back into our warehouse. 
  • We will purchase single items, multiple items or entire plants. 

These are just a few of the many reasons to consider selling your machinery to us. We have been in the industry for over 25 years and understand the issues that can come from selling equipment. We want our customers to go through the process with us and come out better in the end. 

Contact Us

If you are considering selling one or multiple different pieces of machinery, we can help! Our selling process is simple and fair. We understand that it can be time-consuming, so we have made it EASY for you. We offer a quick and simple selling process and offer trade ins. After selling your machinery, you can purchase new machinery from us or browse our used section. Our clients come from various industries, so we offer equipment from various industries. To learn more about the machinery we carry and the process of selling or purchasing, reach out to us!