| Everyone wants the best price when they buy an | | | | other enthusiasts. Most people placing ads in these |
| RV. For many, that means shopping for an RV for | | | | magazines will know quite a bit about their vehicle. |
| sale by owner. However, this can become quite | | | | Cons -- These RVs tend to be a bit more pricey. |
| taxing if you do not know where to look. Here are | | | | Since the owners are enthusiasts, they may have |
| three places to check out and the pros and cons of | | | | customized the RVs more, thus raising the asking |
| each. | | | | price. |
| Checking Out Craigslist | | | | RV Dealers |
| Craigslist has the widest range of RVs for sale. You | | | | This one sneaks under the radar of many people. |
| can literally look at motor homes, travel trailers, | | | | They think any recreational vehicle on the lot must |
| pop-up, toy haulers or whatever type of RV you like | | | | be owned by the dealer. They are blissfully unaware |
| with the click of a few buttons. You can even sort | | | | of consignment lots. |
| them and only look at ones with pictures available. | | | | Many RV dealers sell RVs on consignment. The |
| Pros -- The best part of Craigslist is the variety. You | | | | dealer sells the recreational vehicle on behalf of the |
| can shop local, shop in a different state, or wherever | | | | individual. This saves individuals the hassle of showing |
| you choose. It is all gathered together in one easy | | | | and explaining the pros and cons of their RVs over |
| place. | | | | and over to anyone who is remotely interested. |
| Cons -- With so many people using it, there are | | | | Additionally, dealers have an easier time advertising |
| bound to be con artists. When shopping, be wary of | | | | and securing financing. |
| anyone that asks for a deposit to see the vehicle or | | | | Pros -- Dealers are more knowledgeable and can help |
| anyone who wants to pay more than the listed price. | | | | you locate the right RV, even if it is not on the lot |
| RV Magazines | | | | you are looking at. |
| Monthly magazines will have color photos and nice | | | | Cons -- Dealers are limited to selling the used RVs |
| descriptions of the RVs listed. You can usually find | | | | they come across. You may not be able to find a |
| the classified section at the back of the magazine. | | | | specific year and model. However, if you are open to |
| Pros -- You will find a wide selection of RV listed by | | | | different models and years, they work well. |