Tips For Buying A Used RV

With the start of the season, some of you will definitely choose to buy your RV. Those interested in buying a car should decide which type of car will be ideal for them as well as the total number of places for driving and sleeping and the overall layout of the car. A cheaper alternative to buying a new car is to buy a used car.
Here you have several official sources to find and choose the most suitable RV for you. You can inspect the cars directly in the specialized RV shops, where there will certainly be a large selection of not only used cars or even in some car dealerships. Some rental shops offer the possibility of renting the car for the weekend and in case of purchase, the rental price is deducted from the price of the car. With the development of the Internet, you also have the opportunity to search on specialized websites with RVs and motor homes, on car dealers' portals or search various advertisements .

Used cars have two different origins - from private owners, who usually pamper and care for it and have a smaller mileage or rental. These cars often have a higher mileage compared to the age of the car and a generally worse state, which is redeemed at a lower selling price. Both variants concern cars purchased in the Czech Republic or abroad (France, Austria, Germany, Italy, etc.)

Whichever option you use, we recommend that you thoroughly examine your car before purchasing it. Ideally, we recommend that you use an RV specialist and an RV specialist who will be able to inspect and evaluate your prospective car for a certain fee. Not only will it check the current state of the vehicle, but will generally check the price per vehicle (whether it corresponds to the current market), or estimate the cost of necessary repairs. You will thus have a fairly accurate financial plan for the costs associated with purchasing your dream RV or RV. A cheaper alternative is to use the car's control by a car mechanic. For those who choose not to use a single service, we are bringing several types to focus on before buying to buy an imaginary hare in a bag and not regret it.

What to look for?

Documents:

is a special superstructure included in the technical document?
are the vehicle VIN numbers identical to the documents?
is the type of engine, total and payload, and the number of seats in accordance with your needs?
is a valid MOT, gas emissions and revision?
is a service booklet and user manual available? Has a regular service been performed?

Vehicle base:

is a body without rust, visible damage, not scratched or cracked glass?
the latest liquid replacement date, new wiring and brakes? (as directed by the manufacturer depending on mileage or age)
is the paint free of abrasions, scratches or different colors after any repairs?
are tires without damage, with a minimum sample and not older than 6 years? Is the same type of tire on each axle?
Is the type of tire on the vehicle compliant with a large technical certificate?

Are tires evenly worn?

Is the shift in the test run and hold the direction? Are there any unusual shocks from the wheels to the steering wheel?
Is the engine with no visible leakage of oil or other operating fluids?

Superstructure:

Isn't corrosion or efflorescence on aluminum parts or visible damage to the laminate?
are the walls and skirting boards undamaged?
are no visible damage from hail (or was the damage reported to the insurance company?)
are all windows, skylights and rubber seals intact? Is the rubber seal still flexible?
is the superstructure accessories intact and functional?
are they not visible on the roof and in the hard-to-reach places of green algae?

Living space:

Does your floor plan meet your requirements?
is upholstery and other surfaces not excessively worn?
are the beds and grates in good condition?
Are Lockers, Drawers and Doors Open Easily?
can windows, shutters, and nets be easy to open or download?

Car equipment:

does the refrigerator and heating work properly?
is the water tank inside clean and free of algae?
does the water pump generate sufficient pressure?
do the control panel, lighting, and other electrical systems work properly?
is other equipment intact and functional? E.g. air conditioning, television, satellite, parking camera or solar panels etc.

Sealing the car:

have leak tests been performed regularly?
is all the seal intact and still flexible?
is the floor and walls of the living area intact and without gaps?
not feel in the living area mold or moisture?
are mattresses and upholstery on both sides without stains?
is a shower tray without cracks or bright spots?
is the floor, ceiling and walls without visible wet spots?
We believe that this list will at least partially help you avoid buying a vehicle badly. Do not rush in the inspection and think carefully about it. It is important to test the functionality of all systems and to pass the test drive best on worse roads where deficiencies become more apparent.