| If you are looking for RVs for sale by owner, then | | | | owner did not use it and you must ask yourself why. |
| you ought to know three things. These three things | | | | Get the CarFax on the RV |
| can save you not only money, but also a lot of | | | | While many people think that CarFax is just for cars, |
| heartache down the road. Do you know what to | | | | it is good on any used vehicle. Always check the |
| check for? Find out now… | | | | CarFax, as they give unbiased and accurate |
| Warning Signs on a RV | | | | information on the history of the vehicle. You will |
| Like all used items for sale, some are in better | | | | want to look for water damage, fire damage, |
| condition than others. As an informed consumer, you | | | | bodywork and other claims that may pop up. |
| need to know what to look for so you don't wind up | | | | While it costs a little bit to check the CarFax, it is |
| with a lemon. Some quick and easy things to check | | | | worth every penny if it prevents you from buying a |
| include: | | | | lemon. |
| • Excessive Sealant -- This is a sign that the | | | | RV Dealers Sell RV By Owner |
| motor home or travel trailer has had issues with | | | | This is probably the best kept secret in the business. |
| leaks. | | | | Many people think that in order to buy from an |
| • Water Stains -- Water stains on the ceiling and | | | | owner, you have to go to the owner. This is not the |
| walls are signs of leaks. Water stains on the floor or | | | | case. Many times RV lots sell motor homes, travel |
| in the cabinets can either be leaks or broken pipes. | | | | trailers, pop-ups and what have you on consignment. |
| • Expired Tires -- Every RV tire will have a | | | | This means that while they never own the RV, they |
| four-digit code stamped on the side. The first two | | | | have permission to sell it for the owner. |
| digits are the week of the year they were made and | | | | So save yourself a lot of time by checking out the |
| the last two digits are the year they were | | | | consignment on a RV dealer lot. It will save you time, |
| made.o Any tire over six years old will need to be | | | | money and lots of headaches. You will be glad you |
| replaced.o Old tires in good condition show the | | | | did. |