So you have decided to buy an RV. When getting to our RV dealership to select an RV for sale, there are so many to choose from that you just don’t know which one would be right for you. They have RVs that you drive, RVs that you tow, RVs using diesel and ones that use gas.
With all these available options, you can certainly find something to fit your needs. To narrow down the search, make a list of your personal preferences you would like in a RV. If you are having trouble making a decision, contact our RV dealership.
Topics To Ask To Narrow Down Your RV Choices
Trip Length: Deciding on the length of your trips can help you determine if you need a large or small RV. If you are going on short trips to local sites or spending a weekend or two a year on a camping trip, you can choose a smaller RV. Longer trips, especially cross-country adventures, would require a larger RV to bring more supplies as you will be spending more time in the vehicle.
Towing: Some people don’t mind towing other vehicles behind their car or trucks. Other people hate the way their driving changes due to having something hitched on the back. Decide whether you would feel comfortable towing your RV or driving one.
Sleeping Arrangements: Will it just be you and your spouse in the RV, or will you also have the kids and grandkids along on your trips? Determining how many people will be using the RV on a normal basis will help you pick the right one that has plenty of sleeping places as well as extra storage.
Camping Preferences: Another important topic is deciding on whether you love being out on your own in the wilderness when camping or do you prefer to be around other people. This helps you determine if you will need to bring along an RV that has a generator when out on your own or one with full hookups for when you are at an RV park.
Price: Always have a firm budget in mind when you are searching for an RV to purchase. Price ranges can start at $14,000 and go up $100,000.
Types Of RVs
Once you have a list of the things you want in your RV, now is the time to choose just the right one. There are several different makes and models of trailers: travel trailers, toy trailers, fifth wheels and motor homes.
Travel Trailers: These types of trailers can be towed behind your vehicle, so you will need to know the towing capacity of your truck or SUV. They are affordable and are perfect for destination-type camping as you can unhitch it anywhere. You will have hookups for gas, electric or water, but will need a generator if camping in remote places. Smaller types, called toy haulers, are perfect when you are looking for something to haul your recreational equipment.
Fifth Wheels: Fifth wheels are also RV trailers that you can tow. The difference is that these trailers extend over the bed of your truck. Very similar to travel trailers, they offer more cargo room and living space. A fifth wheel is a great RV when you are planning an extended stay vacation or want to spend more time living in the RV.
Motor Homes: Motor homes give a variety of options for the full-time RV adventurer. You can drive or tow a motor home, or use your motor home to tow your car or truck. Passengers can move around and do things while the motor home is moving, giving more freedom and allowing you to be independent. Most motor homes have a generator along with hookups. Motor homes come in three classes depending on their size: Class A, Class B and Class C.
Financing For RVs
Not everyone has the extra cash on hand to purchase a RV. For this reason, you can get great financing with affordable interest rates. For you to qualify for most RV loans, you will need to have a good credit rating and a down payment of at least 10-percent of the value of the RV — including taxes and tags. You can also trade-in other vehicles for the down payment to the RV. Most RV loan terms are from seven years to twenty years depending on the loan amount and age of the RV.
Once you choose the right RV and arrange for financing, go out on your RV adventure. Enjoy the countryside in a vehicle that will always get you to your destination.
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