What Should I Do If I Want to Sell My RV?

February 14, 2012 1:36 pm Published by charlest /

What should I do if I want to sell my RV? I really don’t want to spend a lot of money on the vehicle right before I sell it. I have a hard time identifying what is actually necessary and what is just filler to pump up the mechanic’s bill when I take the vehicle in for work. I have always completed the recommended maintenance so I have no reason to believe there are any problems. I was just advised that I should have a full mechanical inspection completed before having it detailed and performing cosmetic repairs. I am supposed to do all of this simply to sell it to the next owner. It just seems like a bit much. Is it really necessary?

– Janelle, Denver, CO

Janelle’s RVing friend who shared information on what to do to maximize the price you can get for your vehicle was correct in the general sense. Completing any and all needed mechanical repairs, having the RV detailed and completing any visible cosmetic repairs will increase the amount that your vehicle is worth to the general public. If you’re selling the vehicle yourself through local advertisements this could be extremely important. It will also be beneficial if you are going to sell your RV through any of the traditional RV consignment lots in your area.

We, of course, don’t suggest selling RVs by owner and we are not your typical RV consignment lot. With SellMyRVToday.com the regular rules don’t particularly apply. Our entire purpose is to buy RVs. We buy RVs 2002 or newer (with the exception of travel trailers and fifth wheels). We’re in the business of buying RVs. We see RVs for their potential. We know what they’re worth. We do this everyday, and we aren’t going to let an inconsequential cosmetic repair hurt the deal. Major mechanical issues would definitely be a problem, but if you haven’t experienced any and you have made a point to perform necessary maintenance on your RV, there’s no reason to believe your vehicle is in bad shape.

We would appreciate a clean vehicle, but don’t spend hundreds of dollars having it detailed. Most RVers haven’t neglected their RVs to the point where a thorough detail would be necessary. Just sweep it out and clean the general surfaces. We’re all about getting the transaction completed so we aren’t going to insist you complete any unnecessary tasks before we purchase it.

If you still aren’t sure if your RV is ready to sell, give us a call and ask us. Tell us what the dilemma is and we’ll tell you whether or not to worry about it. It can really be that simple.

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