{"id":7451,"date":"2021-04-27T09:00:16","date_gmt":"2021-04-27T16:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=7451"},"modified":"2024-07-30T18:35:45","modified_gmt":"2024-07-31T01:35:45","slug":"buying-an-rv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/buying-an-rv\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying an RV: The Tips & Tricks You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Road trips are woven into the fabric of America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Route 66 to our nation’s expansive National Parks system<\/a>, the U.S. is a large country with so much to see — if you’re willing to drive to get there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the U.S. stretching 2,892 miles from coast to coast, there’s no wonder why RVs are so popular — around 11% of American households own some sort of recreational vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re considering buying an RV, you might be wondering, “Is an RV a good investment?<\/a><\/em> To make your investment<\/a> worthwhile, you’ll want to do your research first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Jump to…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Considerations before buying an RV<\/a>
Types of RVs to choose from<\/a>
Where to buy an RV<\/a>
New vs. Used RVs<\/a>
Buying an RV: cost and financing<\/a>
Costs of owning an RV<\/a>
Consider renting instead of buying<\/a>
The best RV models and brands<\/a>
Looking for more affordable RV storage?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Ask Yourself These Two Questions Before Buying an RV<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you jump the gun and buy an RV, there are two important questions that you need to ask yourself. If you can answer these two basic questions, you’ll be well on your way to choosing the perfect RV for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question #1: Why Do You Want to Own an RV?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You may need a different RV type than you originally imagined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask yourself the hard-hitting questions. Do you plan to use your RV for trips with big groups of friends? What kinds of places do you want to go to in your RV? Do you envision weekend trips or longer vacations? Do you want to spend any time living in the RV?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to live the RV life,<\/strong> for example, where you and\/or your family live in an RV full-time<\/a>, you’ll need to consider <\/strong>size<\/a>, layout, and the amount of storage space<\/strong><\/em>, as this will be your full-time residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you only vacation in your RV occasionally,<\/strong> you may be able to scrape by with a smaller RV. However, when living in an RV full-time, ample living space (and storage space) can help you and your loved ones fend off cabin fever. Having space to spread out can also help you avoid squabbles and quarrels with other family members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re purchasing an RV for weekend getaways<\/strong> to national parks or similar excursions, having a large RV with all the bells and whistles isn’t quite as important. Instead, purchasing an RV that’s easy to tow, can potentially go off-grid, and will keep you and your family comfortable for short periods is more<\/em> essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Asking yourself these questions now will help you prepare to answer other important questions so that you can buy the right RV. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question #2: What’s Your Budget? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Next, you’ll need to ask yourself about the size of your budget. This is where the buying process can get tricky because RVs can cost anywhere from $10,000 for small or used rigs<\/strong> to upwards of $200,000 and beyond for larger, newer, and more luxurious models.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll want to purchase an RV that meets as many of your needs as possible. On the other hand, unless you have a limitless budget, there’s a good chance you will need to give a few things up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After all, you don’t want to spend so much money purchasing your RV that you can’t afford to take the RV road trips you’ve dreamed of. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: Understand the Different Types of RVs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While there are hundreds of different RV makers and models, there are three basic types of RVs to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Class A Motorhomes<\/h3>\n\n\n
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When most people think of a motorized RV, they’ll picture a Class A motorhome. Class A motorhomes are the largest and most luxurious type of RV,<\/strong> and they feel more like miniature houses on wheels than actual RVs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the size, make, and model of a Class A motorhome, it can include amenities such as full bathrooms, a master bedroom with a king-sized bed, full kitchens, and much more.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, because of how large and luxurious these motorized RVs are, they will also carry the highest price tag and can cost upwards of $500,000<\/strong> if you want all the bells and whistles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Class B Motorhomes<\/h3>\n\n\n
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If your heart is set on purchasing a motorized RV but you don’t need the size or amenities of a larger motorhome, Class B camper vans are the way to go. Class B motorhomes are vans modified to have living and sleeping spaces and minimal amenities, <\/strong>such as wet baths, tiny kitchens, and an air conditioner. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, camper vans are better for solo travelers or couples<\/strong> because of their size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Class C Motorhomes<\/h3>\n\n\n
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A Class C motorhome is the way to go if you want most of the luxuries of a Class A RV but on a slightly smaller and more affordable scale<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although smaller than Class A, Class C RVs are family-friendly<\/strong> because they typically have multiple beds and bedrooms to accommodate your RV adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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