Searching for an RV can be quite confusing when you are new to RV camping. I wouldn’t know where to look for vehicles for sale. How to find a good place to buy this recreational vehicle? Should we buy a used one or a new one? To simplify this whole scenario, just follow a few steps to buy an RV. When you plan your purchase, you’ll be sure to get the best deal possible.
First of all, in case you want to buy a used one, make a list of things you want to check while looking at second-hand vehicles. As anyone can be easily scammed when buying a second hand RV, it may be in very poor condition, so it’s best to plan the things you want to check when you see a second hand RV.
Make sure the vehicle does not have any loose screws that will not tighten, or bubbles in the exterior panels, etc. Check the lights and roof lining of the vehicle. Check all cabinets and drawers in the RV. Many pre-owned RVs have minor or major issues that the vehicle owner may not want to disclose, therefore a good pre-purchase inspection is a must to save time and money.
And if you’re planning to buy a new RV, you can negotiate as low as forty percent. In fact, many RVs that have been put up for sale typically have a 40% mark, so there’s definitely room to negotiate the price. Don’t buy a dead brand RV either.
These orphan companies can disrupt business and your vehicle may never get after-sales service from these companies as they no longer exist. The repair can cost you a lot if you go somewhere other than the parent company. Also one more thing you will need to think about is dealer coverage. Each brand of RV has different levels of national repair shop coverage. Choose an RV brand that has extensive repair shop coverage nationwide.
The two things you need to consider when purchasing the recreational vehicle are
1) resale value
2) Usage
If your plan is to sell your RV at some point in the future, then make sure you won’t have a problem with the brand you’re buying. Many buyers may shy away because of the dead brand, or because of a single bathroom, bathroom across the bedroom, etc. Also, how do you plan to use your RV?
If your plan is to tour the country, buy an RV model that relies on highways. If you plan to spend most of your time at the various campgrounds, get an RV that is designed to fit your relaxation pattern.
