When you’re looking to buy an RV, you’ll hear all kinds of advice. Some people will think you should only buy a new RV while others will encourage you to buy a preowned RV. But there is no right or wrong way of buying an RV – there are advantages to both options. We’re going to share some of those advantages below, so you can decide which one might be the best option for you.
Advantages Of Buying A New RV
There are plenty of benefits that come with purchasing a new RV. Here are some of the things to keep in mind as you weigh your decision.
1. EVERYTHING Is New
This is the obvious advantage that comes with buying a “new” anything, including new RVs. It’s just like buying a new car or a new house. All of the parts are new which means you shouldn’t have to make a log of repairs. On top of that, everything inside of the RV is new as well. You’ll be the first to sleep in the bed, sit on the sofa, and cook a meal in the kitchen.
By purchasing a brand new RV, you’re able to truly make it your own. You can also have the opportunity to choose the finishes that you like or add on upgraded packages to make your RV exactly like you want it to be from the very start.
2. Manufacturer’s Warranty
When buying new, you also have the benefit of the manufacturer’s warranty. That means if any of the covered parts has a problem or you run into an issue during the warranty period, it’s taken care of for you. You don’t need to worry when things ‘go wrong’ because your warranty will cover it for you. This means you can rest easy knowing there shouldn’t be any surprise repair bills in your near future.
3. More features to choose from
Finally, buying a new RV also gives you, as the buyer, more features and benefits to choose from. As new innovations and technologies have found their way to RV design and development, more options have become available to you. Purchasing a new RV means you get more control over the layout, technologies, and amenities that meet your RVing needs and wants.
Advantages Of Buying A Preowned RV
There are plenty of options that come with buying a used RV as well.
1. Reduced cost
Similar to buying a car, the cost of an RV decreases when it’s no longer new. That means you can get the space you need and want in an RV at a reduced price compared to buying a similar new RV. This can allow you to keep your expenses down when making a purchase, or allow you to spread your budget further.
2. The kinks are worked out
When someone else has owned and maintained the RV before you, they’ve been the ones to handle any of the surprise issues that can pop up when buying any type of new product. The previous owner was responsible for taking advantage of using the warranty for any situations that happened and doing the maintenance that came up for the first few years.
You also get the benefit of taking advantage of any upgrades or customizations that the previous owner made to the RV.
3. Better Resale Value For You
Most people are familiar with the idea that the moment you drive a new vehicle off the lot after buying it, it depreciates in value quickly. The same is true for RVs. When you buy a pre-owned RV, it holds its value well. This means if you decide to sell it in the future, you’re going to see a much better resale value compared to what you bought it for then if you had purchased a new RV.
Where to buy a pre-owned RV
If you’re interested in buying a used RV, you have the option of purchasing from a private seller or through a dealership. There are many advantages that come with working through a dealer:
- The price is determined based on the market value. Private owners have a tendency to over-value their RV. This means you could end up paying more than the RV is worth.
- At Sky River RV, we put every used RV through an inspection before selling it. This way you can rest easy knowing the RV is ready for your first trip.
- It may be simpler for you to finance working through the dealership.
- You have the support of a trained and knowledgeable RV expert to guide you through the process and answer your questions.
Ready to make a purchase?
Used and new RVs are both great, for different reasons. If you’re not sure what the right option is for you, come into one of our Sky River RV locations to explore your options and find what’s best for you.
