Review of Malia's RV Check-List

Used recreational vehicles

You're excited about the purchase of your first used recreational vehicle! Dealerships are having incredible shows and you're bursting at the seams to go collect your new dream home on wheels. Wait! Before you hit the road with your hard earned cash and your visions of far away places, there are a few things you need to know to protect your investment.

So... if you want to start out the right way with your rv, this guide is absolutely one of the best ways to do it. Written by a traveler with six years of experience, you are presented with case studies, woes and success stories of others, advice from other rv specialists in various areas and lots more.

Offered in this guide are things to consider regarding pre-delivery inspections for motor homes, 5th wheels and trailers, interior and exterior checklists, how to evaluate the driving and handling of rv's plus keep track of which ones were the most impressive.

As exciting as purchasing your first rv is, the thrill of actually leaving on your first voyage is probably far greater! With all the anticipation, it would be extremely easy to forget stuff, overlook safety features you meant to check before leaving and papers you needed to keep with you.

With over 3 pages of checklists just for getting ready to take the first step, you're completely covered.

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Malia's recreational vehicle checklists are the perfect way to make sure you have everything you need, plus all the other things you forgot to think of. Print them out once, or print them out ten at a time--- it's your choice! This alone is a big benefit over most other hard published books.

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Used recreational vehicles

RV Buying- New Versus Used

Cost is one of the main factors concerning new versus used RV's, but there are several other factors to consider too. If you’re only going to use the RV two weeks out of the year, a used RV might be your best decision. On the other hand, if you are planning on going full timing or traveling cross country, a new RV with a full warranty would be a better choice.

Speaking of warranty, if you do decide a used RV is your best choice, check to see if there is any type of warranty available. If you buy a used RV from a private owner it is normally AS IS with no warranty. This is true with many RV dealers too. Replacing an RV refrigerator or other major appliance can be very costly. Most RV dealers will offer an extended service plan or contract if the used RV meets the service plan criteria. You can also purchase these plans from RV clubs and reputable websites on the Internet. The age of the unit will factor into the cost of the plan but you should be able to negotiate with the dealer concerning a service plan. Make sure you read all of the fine print and understand exactly what is covered and what is not covered in any type of service plan or contract you purchase. Many times service plans offer different levels of coverage based on the cost of the plan. You also want to be sure that other RV dealers and repair facilities will honor the service plan you purchase. It won’t do you any good if you need repairs while you’re traveling and nobody will honor the plan.

Another factor to consider between buying new or used is how long you plan to keep the RV. What I mean by this is if you buy an RV with the thought in mind that as soon as you get your next pay raise you’re going to upgrade to a larger RV, it would be best to consider buying used. RV’s depreciate, they do not appreciate. If you buy a new RV and trade or sell it within the first couple of years you will lose a substantial amount of money. In many cases a used RV has already suffered the brunt of the depreciation and you don’t stand to lose as much if you get rid of it sooner. This of course will depend on how much you pay for the used RV. Most RV dealers use the NADA guide for Recreation Vehicles to determine used RV pricing, www.nada.com.

Used RV prices are based on the age of the unit, the condition, options and mileage, if it’s a motorized RV’s. The NADA guide has wholesale and retail pricing for used RV’s, and all NADA pricing assumes the RV is in good condition, and proper working order. Ask to see the NADA price for the unit you are considering purchasing or look it up on the Internet. For accurate figures you will need to know the make, model, year, options and for gasoline motorhomes, the chassis manufacturer and mileage. You wouldn’t pay full Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for a new RV, so you shouldn’t pay full NADA retail price for a used RV either. Some used RV’s are in more of a demand than others, but if the used RV is in good condition and everything operates properly a fair price would be somewhere between NADA wholesale and retail price.

Another consideration when thinking about purchasing a used RV is the finance terms and interest rates. Because the RV is used, banks offer shorter finance terms and higher interest rates compared to new RV financing. See the finance section of this chapter for more information.

If you decide to purchase a used RV make sure that all of the systems and appliances operate properly, and that there is no type of hidden damage that can’t easily be seen. Damage caused by water leaks can be hard to detect and extremely costly to repair. If you are not knowledgeable about RV’s you should take someone with you who is, to inspect the unit you are considering purchasing. It may be possible to hire somebody to thoroughly inspect the unit before you buy it. Most RV dealers will give you a walk through orientation of the RV and demonstrate that everything is operating properly. I recommend that you purchase an RV training video on the type of RV you are buying and view it prior to the scheduled walk through. You will have a much better understanding of how everything works and you can ask more targeted questions.

Be sure to consider the cost, how you plan to use the RV, warranty, and how long you plan to keep the RV when deciding whether to buy new or used.

Happy Camping,

Copyright 2006 by Mark J. Polk, owner of RV Education 101

RV Expert Mark Polk, seen on TV, is the producer & host of America's most highly regarded series of DVD's, videos, books, and e-books. Sign up for your free "RV Education 101" Newsletter rveducation101.com/email/ Mark Polk is a retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Three, specializing in wheeled and track vehicle fleet maintenance operations. Polk owns and operates RV Education 101, (based in North Carolina) since 1999, and also has an extensive RV background working in RV service, sales and management. Polk has a degree in Industrial Management Technology with 30 plus years of experience in maintenance includes working as an RV technician, a wheeled vehicle and power generation mechanic, an automotive maintenance technician, Battalion and Brigade level Maintenance Officer, an RV sales manager and also in the RV financing department as the Finance & Insurance manager. www.rveducation101.com/

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Used RV Buying Tips

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Buying a used RV can be a great bargain and investment. If you take the time to shop carefully, solidify good financing, and purchase an extended warranty, you will be extremely satisfied with your used RV buy. Be educated before making the used RV purchase, do research on all of the options available to you, and then make a wise decision based on the facts you have learned.

The most appealing factor in buying a used RV is the price. For one, there is no depreciation factor. Depreciation is the dollar amount lost when a brand new recreational vehicle drives off of the dealer’s lot. A used RV is a bargain, especially if it is less than 18 months old. An used RV model over 3 years old may be a good deal, you may have issues financing it though.

What Kind Of Used RV Do You Want To Buy?

Do you want a motor coach, a class A, or a towable trailer? Think about what your RVing lifestyle will be. There is a plethora of information on the internet regarding the different make and models. Ask your friends, or go to an RV dealer to see the different kinds available to you.

Use A Mechanic

Before making a purchase on a used recreational vehicle, have it checked out fully by a professional mechanic who has a specialty in RVs. If you decide to finance through a bank or lender, the lender may require this before granting you the monies. If there are major repairs to be made, ask the dealer if you can work the cost of repair into the purchase price.

Financing Options

There are several routes to take when financing a used motor home. It is easy for people to do with both bad and good credit scores. You can use a neighborhood bank, a credit union, online, or the RV dealership. Make sure you do some cost comparison to ensure you find the best deal.

Buy An Extended Warranty

If you have the option to buy an extended warranty on your used motor home purchase, it is recommended that you invest in doing so. This will help you financially down the road, as well as protect you when driving and have an unexpected mechanical breakdown.

Once you assess your personal situation and do the proper research, you will find a used recreational vehicle may be just the perfect RV investment for you and your RVing lifestyle.

Eriana Doyel writes travel and RV resources. Find Used RV resources for recreational vehicles at dscrvs.com.

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Recreational Vehicle Used

Recreational Vehicle Used

Welcome to my recreational vehicle used blog. Here you will find lots of information and education about finding recreational vehicles used.


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