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Tips for Buying a Used RV

Buying an RV used – even if it still looks brand new – can save a serious amount of money. But you don’t want just any old motorhome or camper. Keep these few things in mind before picking one up that’s already had a previous owner.

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Tips for Buying a Used RV

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  1. Things You Should Know Before Buying A Used RV Or Trailer

  2. Know what you’re looking for, and determine a fair value for what it sells for used. There’s a wide variety of RVs of all shapes and sizes to choose from out there. Do you plan on traveling in it with your whole family, or just your significant other? Are you going to be driving it full-time, or just on occasional trips? Or if you do know what type of RV you’d like, do a quick Google search to determine a fair value of what they sell for used. This will give you a general idea of the price range and budget you’ll be looking at.

  3. Look for RVs and trailers in your local area before considering one farther away Good deals on RVs hundreds of miles away may be tempting. But sometimes they can be so expensive to drive all the way home, especially when there are other options for sale closer to your neck of the woods, that it ends up not even being worth it. Try searching for RVs and trailers near you online through ADSCT, eBay etc.before looking out of your immediate area.

  4. Be patient. Finding the right used RV or trailer can take longer than buying one brand new. Finding the right RV for you, still in decent condition and at a good price, isn’t always easy. If you’re lucky, you might come across the perfect one right off the bat and be on your way. Other times, it can be a much longer, drawn-out process. The first one you liked, but they were just asking for too much. The second one looked like a good buy at first, until you discovered it had some repairs that were too costly to fix.

  5. Always inspect potential RVs and trailers to make sure they’re safe to drive. Before buying any used car or RV, making sure that it’s safe to drive should be your number one priority. Outside, you may even need to get down on your hands and knees to crawl underneath trailers to see how the frame looks. If it’s badly rusted, the whole foundation could give way at any point. Look for any other cracks or major impact damage. Check the tires to make sure they’re in good condition.

  6. Know how to check for structural problems. Any sign of water damage is usually a deal-breaker, unless you plan on completely remodeling all of it. Windows & entry gate should open & close smoothly. Make sure the fiberglass sidewalls aren’t separated or peeling. Look for cracks and splits on the hoses leading away from the propane bottle. You definitely don’t want your propane connection to be leaking.  Most importantly, you’ll want to make sure the brakes work well. 

  7. Do a quick run-through to make sure all of the appliances are working. All of the burners on the stove work? The oven is able to heat up? The fridge feels cold? The air conditioner can blow cold air, and if there’s a heating element, it’s able to get warm? Having to repair or replace any of these appliances will run up your bill fast. A short walk-through to test them all ahead of time will tell you right away whether or not they’re still functioning.

  8. Be cautious of sellers who aren’t listed in the title or can’t provide you with one. A legitimate owner selling the vehicle should be able to provide you with a title – with their name on it – so you can change it to your name in order to get insurance, etc. Eyebrows should definitely be raised if a potential seller can’t provide you with the title for it. For all you know, it could be stolen. Be cautious, and opt to buy from someone else who can give you all of the legal registration information you need.

  9. You may be able to work out a deal. Many people who are selling their RV just want to get an upgrade or new model. They might have an idea of how much they’d like to see out of it, but depending on how many buyers have been interested and how badly they just want to get rid of it, they might be open to your best offer or working out some sort of deal. But the longer an RV sits parked & unused, the more its value decreases. So if you and the seller aren’t able to come to an agreed upon price, you can always jot down your number & let them know they can always call you in case they change their mind.

  10. Have you bought a used RV before? We’d love to hear some of your tips and insight below.

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