Many RV enthusiasts say that you can make more money if you sell your RV or motorhome yourself rather than through a dealer. Selling your RV is similar to selling a car except that in most cases people don't "need" an RV. A recreational vehicle is often considered a luxury item. Because of this, external factors such as the economy and gas prices may influence how you sell your RV.
When selling your RV, consider the following:
Price to sell. Like a car, you can refer to the Kelly Blue Book or other pricing sources to discover the going rate for your RV. Make sure to account for damages.
Economic influencers. In challenging economic situations, it may take longer for you to sell your RV unless someone wants to buy it to live in it. If gas prices and unemployment is high, you may have a hard time getting full asking price.
Where to sell your RV. You'll need to consider where to sell your vehicle. You'll need to decide what medium you want to use to advertise your RV (print, online) and where geographically to advertise your vehicle.
Condition of the RV. You'll have better success if the motorhome is clean and in working order. People will ask you what parts of the RV work (stove, water, toilet, generator) so you should be able to answer their questions about these things.
Preparing the Ad. Once you prepare the vehicle you'll need good pictures and a well-written advertisement. You should ask a friend to review the ad before you publish it.
Once your RV is prepared to sell, you'll need to show it and make an RV Bill of Sale once you find a qualified buyer. If you have a loan associated with the vehicle, you'll need to make arrangements to pay it off so the new owner can obtain the title or a new loan.