Most people buying a used shipping container don't know what to actually inspect — and that's how they end up with rust, smelly floors, jammed doors, and surprise delivery fees.

In this episode, Andy walks Emma through the 5 red flags he's learned from years in the container business — plus a bonus segment on how to spot online supplier scams.

What's covered:

→ Why the shipping line history matters more than the price

→ How to read a container's plate (and what sellers try to hide)

→ The plywood floor smell test — and why bad smells are permanent

→ Door rods, twisted frames, and how to spot them from photos

→ Lock boxes, lock types, and why a $10 padlock kills your security

→ Realistic delivery prices for AU and US — and what's a scam

→ Bonus: the biggest online scam signal Andy keeps seeing

Three quick takeaways:

— Brown rust-paint hides rust. Look closer at the welds.

— If the doors don't close pressed-tight, the frame is bent. Walk away.

— $625 AUD or $700–900 USD is fair for 20ft delivery within 100km. Way below = red flag.

More from Andy:

🇦🇺 shipping-containers.com.au

🇺🇸 shipping-containers.com

🇩🇪 containerbasis.de

📺 YouTube: @AndyKnowsContainers