I’ve done this multiple times. The first time I sold my RV I went through one of the many RV consignment Houston lots. I didn’t like that they took a portion of the sale price. I felt that I could have completed the transaction on my own without losing the percentage that traditionally goes to the consignment dealer.

The next few times I sold an RV I sold it on my own. I believe that I handled the sales appropriately and that I got a good price for my vehicles, but the process was not enjoyable for me. I wasn’t born to be a salesman. If I had been, maybe I would have been happy to stop searching for selling options at this point because each of the RV sales I handled “by owner” did turn out in my favor. The only thing was that I didn’t want to sell my RV; I don’t like selling anything.

Some might say that the obvious solution would be to stop selling my RVs, to choose one and stick to the decision. This is logical and it would work for some people, but not for me. I reserve the right to be finicky when it comes to my vehicle purchases. I think experiencing the RVing lifestyle through different RVs makes it all that much more adventurous.

I guess that means I’m pretty lucky that there’s a company out there that buys RVs. I couldn’t really believe it when I first stumbled upon a review of the company online. They are actually in the business of buying RVs and they keep it all professional. They keep it so professional, in fact, that the entire process is “said and done” in 1 to 3 days in most cases. This is a major asset to RV sellers everywhere because the typical time period required for the sale of a recreational vehicle through the for sale by owner listings or the RV consignment Houston lots is weeks or even months. With SellMyRVToday.com I was able to get the professionalism that people expect from the consignment RV lots along with increased speed and efficiency of the sale process. I couldn’t have been happier when they delivered my certified funds and picked up my vehicle. You can be sure I’ll be selling to them again.

Sure, they will!  But you want to make sure your motorhome is winter-ready.  The obvious thing is to make sure the engine oil is the appropriate weight, but you also need to check the electrical system.

In cold weather, engine lubricants don’t flow as freely as when it’s warm, so starting the engine becomes more difficult.  Also, lead-acid storage batteries become less efficient when they’re colder, so it’s important to make sure they’re fully charged.  Using a “smart” charger is a good idea, since normal battery chargers can overcharge and evaporate the battery electrolyte.  A smart charger will stop when the battery is charged and keep it at a maintenance level.

Also, be on the alert for sulfate crystal buildup on the battery’s lead plates.  You can buy smart chargers that have the added benefit of preventing sulfate crystal buildup.

However, no kind of charger will help you out if your battery hasn’t been maintained in other ways.  Battery terminal claps need to be tight and free of corrosion.  Cell caps should be removed if possible to check on the electrolyte level; it should be up to the split ring.  If it’s not, refill with distilled water.

Attending to these basic wintertime maintenance issues will make the process of selling your motorhome in the winter go that much smoother!

]]> http://www.sellmyrvtoday.com/blog/to-sell-my-motorhome-in-the-winter/feed/ 0 http://www.sellmyrvtoday.com/blog/flat-tires-wont-sell-my-motorhome/ http://www.sellmyrvtoday.com/blog/flat-tires-wont-sell-my-motorhome/#comments Tue, 01 Dec 2009 05:00:13 +0000 author http://sellmyrvtoday.com/blog/?p=19 It’s true; selling my motorhome would be pretty tough if it came complete with fat tires.  To avoid that deflating situation, I’m going to take steps to ensure that my tire maintenance is all up to date—if you too are trying to sell your motorhome, you should check out the following tips too—especially if your RV has been out of service for a while.

Tires should really be checked once a month, whether you’re planning to use the vehicle soon or not.  You should check inflation when the tires are cold, since the heat generated while driving will raise the air pressure, temporarily, up higher than the advisable cold inflation pressure.  Don’t ever bleed air from a hot tire—this could cause hazardously low tire pressure.

Due to the likely inaccuracy of gas station air towers, you should always have your own tire gauge, calibrated to 120 psi.

You probably know this, but it’s not bad information to pass on to the new owner:  never overload your motorhome, as that is a primary cause of tire failure.  The maximum inflation and load capacity information can be found molded into the sidewall.  If your motorhome was built after 1972, it will also have a certification label that will tell you Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) for each of your vehicle’s axles, tire size, and the recommended cold air inflation pressure.

This information can also be located in the owner’s manual, or you can consult a tire dealer.  Even if you don’t need this information right now, it could be a question that will come up as you’re going through the selling process, and it’s always good to know as much as possible to answer questions of potential buyers!