| tart --> | | | | the option to customize the motor home to fit your |
| Buying a recreational vehicle is a large investment, so | | | | needs. A used RV is beneficial in the price because |
| first-time buyers should carefully consider some | | | | you have the depreciation factor. If you are thinking |
| important factors in order to make a good decision. | | | | about purchasing a motor home used, do some |
| What are your needs? How much recreational vehicle | | | | further research on what to look for in a used RV |
| do you need? What recreational vehicle can you | | | | before settling. |
| afford? Use the following hints to help you narrow | | | | 3. Assess your situation: Think of size and cost. How |
| down your choices and chose wisely in your | | | | many people will be traveling on the road with you? |
| recreational vehicle purchase: | | | | How long will you be traveling on a consistent basis? |
| 1. Motorized or Towable: These are the two basic | | | | The prices will range considerably considering size, |
| types of recreational vehicle models. Motorized RVs | | | | make, model, amenities, etc. Think about what you |
| can be classified by Class A ( a diesel or gas motor | | | | will require from living on the road before you |
| coach); Class B (camper van); and Class C (a smaller, | | | | purchase. |
| miniature motor home on a truck or van chassis). | | | | 4. Basic features: Most motor home come with |
| Towable RVs are fifth wheels, toy haulers, tent | | | | certain features, such as sleeping area, bath, kitchen, |
| trailers, and other misc. that must be towed behind a | | | | so if you are interested in something more luxurious, |
| truck or SUV. Which of these is best for you? You | | | | you will have to be prepared to invest extra money. |
| should take time to actually get into a wide variety | | | | Every type of RV will have various makes, models, |
| of sizes and recreational vehicle classes, since each | | | | and amenity opportunities for you to choose from. |
| has a very unique feel. | | | | Do you want a full size refrigerator? Heated seating? |
| 2. New or Used recreational vehicle: There are both | | | | Additional sleeping space? Etc. |
| advantages and disadvantages to both of these | | | | 5. Where to purchase: There are several ways for |
| kinds of motor homes. In brief, a new RV will come | | | | you to buy a motor home. There are dealerships, |
| with a manufacturer's warranty, and you will have | | | | private sellers, and online dealers. |