Snap Up Bargain Used Motorhomes Part 1

Those with a keen eye for a bargain know exactly what to look for in a used motorhome, however it is not the same as buying a used car. Before purchasing used motorhomes it is a good idea to follow the next few steps.

Know your budget

Research the market and understand both scales of prices available from the cheapest to the most expensive to give you an idea of what used motorhomes go for in the market.  With this in mind you will be able to decide on your budget.  It is important to not stray from your budget.

Facilities, gadgets and layouts

Obviously your budget will restrict you to certain extras and fittings.  You should decide exactly what you are after and what your budget will ultimately allow.

The more extras you want the more you will pay.  There are many trade offs to consider too, sometimes you can get the extras and layout you want, within your budget at the expense of many more miles on the clock.  This also works the other way round, used motorhomes with less miles will cost more with fewer extras and facilities.

Choosing the right base

Well you've decided on your topping, now its time to choose your base.  Used motorhomes come on many different bases.  The most popular type is the turbo-diesel. A turbo-diesel is way ahead when it comes to enhanced torque and improved performance but this is at the expense of poor fuel economy.

With the price of petrol around the same as diesel it has proved to have had an effect on the petrol motorhome sales.  This does not mean you should rule them out completely. Petrol used motorhomes are cheaper to buy than diesels and run as well but quieter.

A little tip for a used motorhome bargain is to search for a model that is built on the Renault Master Base, these are quite rare but prove to be much cheaper.