Your Used RV Inspection Guide

Buying a used RV is a practical and wise option when you want an RV on a budget. It’s important, though, to make sure that the particular used RV that’s caught your eye is a worthwhile investment, as some unscrupulous sellers may try to pawn off a less-than-stellar model as high-quality. Here are some tips on how to thoroughly inspect any used RV you may want to purchase.

Test Water & Power Systems

The water and power systems in any RV are crucial to its operation, so making sure that these systems work properly in a used model is essential. Check each appliance to make sure it’s in good condition and connected properly to the systems it uses.

Examine For Signs of Damage

Cosmetic flaws like buffs or scrapes shouldn’t be a huge concern to you, as they’re expected when you’re buying any type of used vehicle, but major signs of damage are a problem. Check the exterior of the RV for dents, cracks, broken seals, and worn tires. Walk through the interior and look for water damage on the floors, walls, and ceiling, or broken furnishings and slide-outs that don’t work. Make sure that any aftermarket accessories have been installed properly.

Ask For Records

Any reputable seller should be able to furnish you with a used RV’s maintenance records. These records will allow you to determine how well the RV was cared for by its previous owner(s) so that you can make an assessment of its overall condition.

Purchasing your used RV from a reliable local dealership is also a good way to get a well-maintained model that you’ll love for years and years. Come by our dealership in Tiffin, IA, to check out our amazing stock of used RVs for sale. Let us know if you’d like to use our financing options on your purchase, too. Sun & Fun RVs serves our Iowa customers in Davenport and Iowa City.