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Similar to the Kelly Blue Book for cars, the Dealer NADA RV price book is often consulted by dealers looking at purchasing your RV. Search units by year, make and model to find trade-in and retail value.

Selling an RV in the fall, before the holidays, can be advantageous for several reasons: End-of-season buyers: Some buyers look for RVs in the fall, anticipating lower prices as the peak travel season winds down. They might be planning for the next year's travels or seeking a deal in the off-season.

While it's true that it's impossible to sell your RV for its original purchase price when in good condition, its resale value can be almost just as good. However, if the exterior of a travel trailer is significantly damaged, you might sell it for less than half its real value.

RV buy-and-sell marketplaces. Typically, the most profitable way to sell an RV is by listing it on RV buy-and-sell marketplaces such as RV Trader, RVT, Camping World, and RVezy — more info on the best websites below.

Although not always feasible, payment for your old RV should be made in cash. Personal checks may not cover the sale amount or could be fake. Never hand over ownership of your rig until the bank has accepted and deposited the payment into your account.

The Kelley Blue Book is a widely recognized and trusted resource for determining the value of cars. There is no specific Kelley Blue Book or RV Blue Book for the RV industry, but you can get a free RV Valuation here.

Start by researching prices on comparable quality trailers of the same or similar age and use in classified ads. This will help you get an idea of the state of the market. Dealers typically knock off 10 to 20 percent of a trailer's resale value in exchange for assuming the risk of the selling process.

Useable, refurbished trailers can easily run from the $2,500 to the $10,000 range. If you have the means, beautifully restored trailers can be had in the teens to over $50,000. The good thing is that we all have just as much fun at the rallies!

What is the average lifespan of a travel trailer? At a minimum, your travel trailer needs to be able to last for 10 years. You might be able to prolong its longevity and add about two to five years by taking good care of it. However, some travel trailers can last up to 30 years with proper usage.

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RV Trader is one of the main go to sites for campers of all kinds. We had several interested parties and ended up selling to the first person who contacted us. I loved the size of the ad, especially being able to add so many pictures to show detail to all the different aspects of an RV.

RV manufacturers use premium materials that are designed to withstand harsh weather conditions and provide long-lasting durability. These materials are not cheap, which makes them a contributing factor to the high prices of RVs.

Among the three main types of RVs, Class C vehicles generally hold their value best. Class A and Class B RV depreciation tends to happen slightly more quickly. If you're interested in a camper you can tow, fifth-wheel campers generally depreciate more quickly than standard RVs.

However, your ability to transfer an RV loan to another person depends on your loan contract. Even if your lender allows you to transfer ownership of the RV, the buyer must meet the qualification requirements. The new RV owner must have a decent credit score and a reliable source of income.

A bill of sale if the trailer weighs 4,000 pounds or less and was never registered in any state or if it was only registered in Texas. Form 130-U. Government-issued photo identification, such as driver's license, passport or military card. $33 title application fee.

Like an appraiser, your local RV dealer might be the best person from whom to get an expert opinion on the worth of your RV. Unlike an appraiser, they won't charge you for their insights. As a bonus, if you decide to trade in or sell right there on the spot, it's the easiest route to take.