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Deciding to buy a recreation vehicle or RV is a big commitment that comes with all of the same questions as when buying a car. You’ll need to figure out what make or model is right for you and how much you can afford to spend on it. Depending on whether you plan to live in your mobile home full-time or if you only want to use it for road trip vacations, there will be further questions to consider. However, one thing that is not up for debate is that the positives of owning an RV are plenty. They provide an affordable lifestyle when it comes to travel, allow you the freedom to freely travel where you want and when you want, and offer a real home from home when you are on the road. Keep reading to find out the top four things to consider when choosing the right RV for you.
What type of RV is right for you?
There are different types of RV, and one of the simplest ways to determine which is right for you is to decide if you want to drive or tow your RV.
Motorized RVs can be driven and are divided into three classes: A, B, and C. Class A vehicles are the largest, have all of the amenities such as a kitchen and bathroom that you have at home, can sleep up to eight people, and can be as long as 45-feet. Class B resembles a classic camper van with fold-out beds and can sleep up to four people. Class C RVs are a small version of a Class A vehicle and can sleep up to eight.
Towable RVs are perfect for short trips and include travel trailers, truck camper trailers, and pop-up trailers. You just need to make sure you have a vehicle suitable for towing.
Brand new or used?
Once you’ve settled on what type of RV best suits you, the next thing to consider is whether you want to buy brand new or used. While you might think that buying new is best, it is more expensive and there are bargains to be had by going second-hand. Many second-hand vehicles are well maintained and just as functional as buying new. Search RV repo for sale to snatch up your home on wheels at a fraction of the price.
How much space do you need?
Figuring out how much space you need in your RV is essential to ensure that your road trips are a success. Examine RV floor plans before purchasing if you can to better envisage how you will fit your belongings into a vehicle. If you have a family and pets who will be coming along with you on your journey, you will need to make sure that there are beds and facilities for everyone to feel comfortable.
If you are planning to go away for an extended period or move into your RV entirely, you might want to make sure you have a fully kitted-out kitchen and bathroom as well as an office space if you are going to be working remotely on the road too.
Where will you keep it?
RVs are big vehicles, so you will need to know where you can store your purchase safely when you are not on the road. If you have a spacious garage or driveway, you might be able to happily keep your RV on your property. If you can’t do this, you will have to research storage facilities where you can securely store your vehicle.
Buying an RV is exciting, and doing so should enrich your life. They provide new and flexible opportunities to travel that aren’t available when you have a regular car. Establishing a budget is one thing, but the points mentioned above are equally important when it comes to deciding on the RV for you.
