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Buying a Used Caravan
With caravanning becoming ever more popular in the UK the used caravan market is thriving so whether you are a first time buyer or a seasoned caravan enthusiast, buying a second hand caravan is still the only option available to those of us who are slightly less thrifty. However buying a secondhand caravan is by no means a bad thing, and can be a great buy.
There are some great caravans out there that don’t cost you an arm and a leg and still provide you with the comfort and style we all love when we are on the road, be it on our yearly touring holiday or just a quick weekend away.
There are many dealers in second hand caravan sales. Today there are also a number of internet sites which include caravan classifieds in their offering. As an example, try out our Caravans for Sale section, you may find just the caravan you are looking for.
Purchasing a caravan is a large investment towards your leisure time and the last thing you really want to happen is for that leisure time to be spent fixing leaks, windows, or chemical toilets.
It all comes down to making the right purchase decision when standing on that forecourt. This isn’t always easy with a pressuring sales man and your hard earned savings burning a hole in your back pocket. But take your time, try to asses each caravan for its own merits and check everything is in order before you decide to splash your cash.
The top things to consciously check and be cautious of when buying your secondhand caravan are as follows:
- Leaks: Check window seals and corners also check for any signs of mould, mildew or general damp, you can usually see or smell it. Also check all piping in the van for internal leaks.
- Rust: Just the same as when buying anything made of metal check for rust. Look under the chassis all the way round. Beware of rust cover ups look for where rust may have been painted over.
- Check the tow hitch is in good condition and make sure that the hand brake works and holds the caravan in position. As the consequences of this could be disastrous.
So the general rule of thumb is check everything you possibly can and don’t over look anything no matter how trivial as missing something small could develop into a larger problem later and it you wear it hurts: the bank. Always try to view as many vans as possible to get yourself the best deal for your money, don’t be afraid to take your time and shop around. Don’t just fall in love with the first van you see take a good hearty look around as you can always come back later.
Buying a caravan is a bit like buying a car as you as the customer have the power to haggle. Don’t be afraid to come in at a low price and work your way up as having a bit of nerve could save you dearly and after all the worst thing that could happen is that the dealer will probably laugh at you, even if he does you have probably still gained ground in that you have let the dealer know your intention which is that you don’t want to pay the price he has advertised for it.
Buying a caravan is a big decision and can be an expensive investment so don’t take it too lightly and remember to spend within your means.
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