Tips for Buying Your First RV
There’s nothing quite like adventure on the great open road.
Whether traveling alone, with a partner, or with the whole family, doing so in an RV offers many benefits. However, there are many options available and decisions to make before buying an RV for the first time.
Here are a few questions to consider that will give you more insight into how to buy an RV.
What Size RV Will Meet Your Needs?
Will you be traveling alone? with children? bringing along extra friends and family? The answer to these questions will help you determine the size you’ll want to purchase.
There are RVs that accommodate sleeping arrangements for anywhere from two to ten people. Traveling with more than that is still possible. If you’re staying at a campground, it’s possible to have some of your party (kids) stay in tents outside the RV.
Where do You Plan to Travel?
Do you plan to stay close to home or travel cross-country? A motor home or a travel trailer will be appropriate for both situations, but consider how often you’ll be stopping. Do you mind backing in a trailer and unhooking it every time you stop for the night? If so, you may prefer a motor home.
Will you be traveling wide-open highways, or will you be exploring mountain areas and narrow roads? Small motor homes are easier to manage in mountainous regions, narrow roads, and busy city streets.
A travel trailer is a great option when you have a destination in mind and plan to stay awhile. In this way, you can park your trailer at a campsite and use your vehicle to explore the area knowing that you have a “home base” to return to each night.
Buying an RV: New or Used?
Buying a new RV can be expensive. Knowing where to buy an RV can save you lots of money, but you’ll need to research prices for your area to decide if you should buy from a dealer or an individual.
New RVs are obviously more expensive, but they offer peace of mind that no one else has driven them and they should be in pristine condition. They also come with a warranty.
Used RVs can save you money upfront, but may cause trouble later. If going this route, it would probably be a good idea to have a third-party inspector take a look before you commit to the purchase.
Is a Warranty Important to You?
Most manufacturers offer a one-year warranty on workmanship and a three-year warranty on the structure. However, long waits to have warranty work completed are typical and can be frustrating. You’ll have to weigh the pros and cons and decide for yourself.
What will you do if you’re in an accident? Warranties don’t cover that, so consider purchasing insurance through shieldtotalinsurance.co.uk to protect your investment.
Are You Ready to Buy an RV?
Buying an RV for the first time can be overwhelming. We hope these tips have helped to simplify the decision-making process for you.
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