Your trusty RV takes you places you’ve never been and provides you with comfortable accommodations while you’re there. However, you may feel that your current RV no longer meets your needs. Whether you’re looking for new features, a bigger or smaller camper or a different style of RV, it only makes sense to say goodbye to your former model and move on.
When you feel that you’ve done all you can with your current RV and you want to upgrade, you’re likely considering a trade-in. Trading in your RV helps you to recoup some money you spent so you can incorporate it into your budget for a new model.
Sunrise Camping Center is your North Carolina RV dealer, located in Hickory. Here are the ways you can prepare your RV for trade-in to help you get the most out of your investment, so you can put the money towards a new RV.
Spruce It Up
It’s always helpful to put your RV in the best light possible when trading it in. You want your camper to look like you took good care of it so that a potential buyer will see its value. Do everything you can to make your RV look as good as new, such as:
- Removing personal items and decorations from the interior of your RV.
- Washing and polishing the exterior.
- Cleaning windows and mirrors.
- Sweeping and mopping floors.
- Cleaning and deodorizing the fridge.
- Emptying and wiping down all storage compartments and cabinetry.
- Scrubbing any grime and stains out of your kitchen.
- Airing out your RV and using a mildly scented air freshener to make it smell clean.
Perform Maintenance
It’s likely that your RV could use a little maintenance to really get it ready to sell. A potential buyer will want to test out the RV and make sure that every system is operational. Here are some repairs you may want to perform:
- Replace old tires.
- Check and patch your awning if it’s torn.
- Ensure the steps into your RV are strong.
- Lubricate slide-outs.
- Replace burnt-out bulbs.
- Check the roof and windows for leaks.
- Make sure your power and water systems function properly.
- Check the floors for wood rot.
- If your RV has an engine, change the oil and inspect spark plugs and test your battery.
If you need some more professional help with maintaining your RV for selling, you can contact the service department here at Crain RV so we can address all your issues.
Collect All Documentation
Finally, it’s important to have all the documentation available to give to the next owner. Prospective buyers will want to know how the vehicle was maintained and what repairs were performed, as well as how long you owned it and how often you used it. A detailed and thorough RV history will help you to get a better price for your RV trade-in.
We hope these tips help you to get your RV ready for trade-in. Seeking an RV for sale in North Carolina? Stop by Sunrise Camping Center in Hickory, NC today to check out our fine stock of new and used RVs for sale! We look forward to serving you!
