Buying an RV is a major investment. First time RV buyers should carefully consider the important facts to make a good decision.
What are your RVing needs? How much of an RV do you need? What kind of RV can you afford? Use these to help you narrow your choices. They will help you to chose wisely with your RV purchase:
1. Motorized or Towed: There are two basic types of RV. Motorized RVs can be driven. There are three classes of these. Class A ( a diesel or gas coach); Class B (camper van); and Class C (a smaller, motor home on a van chassis). Towed RVs must be towed behind a truck, station wagon, or SUV. These types are fifth wheels, toy haulers, pop-up tent trailers, and airstream types. Which of these types is best for you?
2. New, like new, previously enjoyed, or Used? There are advantages and disadvantages. In brief, a new RV will come with a warranty. You will also have the option to customize it to fit your needs and your lifestyle, wether it is for weekend trips, long summer vacations, or retirement travels.
A used RV is better priced, because you have the depreciation factor. If you are considering purchasing a motor home used, be sure and do the research, on what to look for.
3. Think about your situation: Think of size and cost. The size of your family. Will any friends or relatives be traveling with you? The prices will change considerably considering size, make, model, luxuries, etc. Think about life on the road before you make your RV purchase.
4. RV basic features: Most motorhome's come with certain features, such as the sleeping area, the bath, the kitchen, and living area. If you are interested in more luxuries, you will have to be prepared to spend more money.
5. Where to purchase: There are manydifferent ways for you to purchase your RV. There are 'RV shows', sponsered by dealerships, private sellers, and online dealers.
The best place to start, is with one of the links on this page, so you will know how which RV fits your budget.
