Have you decided to buy a travel trailer but don’t know
where to start? It can be an overwhelming process.
* Do you want a new or used trailer?
* Are you going to finance or pay all cash?
* What's the most you are willing to pay?
* Are you wanting a 5th wheel, toy hauler or tongue pull travel trailer?
* What manufacturer are you interested in?
* What floor plan do you want? Do you need bunks? Fold out couch?
If you are undecided, you should start out by weighing the pros and the cons of buying used vs. buying new. Take your time when purchasing your travel trailer. Do your research and avoid impulse buys.
PROS of Buying a Used Travel Trailer
* You will get additional trailer for your dollar. If you decide to purchase a used travel trailer you will be getting added value for your dollar. This is the way to go if you are on a budget or don’t want to be stuck with making payments for 10 years. A 25' used travel trailer with all the trimmings, will cost less than a stripped down new 22' trailer.
* Do Your Homework. Visit travel trailer forums and read what owners are saying about particular travel trailers, both good and bad, this information could save you a bunch of future headaches. Remember the majority of travel trailers that are bought new infrequently see any camping action; a good number of trailers are either put in storage or parked at people’s houses. It’s not unusual to find a used travel trailer in showroom condition, even vintage travel trailers from the 70’s can be found in impressive condition.
* Used travel trailers hold their value! If you get a good quality deal on a used travel trailer and decide to sell it a few years later you have a fantastic probability of getting all or most of your money back.
CONS of Buying a Used Travel Trailer
* Possible Problems: Buying a used travel trailer is a bit of a gamble, there could be minor problems or major problems and if you are lucky - no problems with the trailer. In most cases the warranty will have long ago expired, so all expenses will be out of your pocket. Do your homework right so problems won’t be a surprise.
* Elbow Grease. You'll need to give your new used trailer a good scrubbing down, no matter what condition it's in.
PROS of Buying a New Travel Trailer
* Nice & Clean: It’s new, immaculate and all yours!
* Warranty. If there are troubles, take the trailer back to your dealer and they’ll have to fix them for free!
* Maintenance Free. You do not have to agonize over buying new tires, new battery, or any other part for at least a year or so.
CONS of Purchasing a New Travel Trailer
* New Trailers Depreciate Rapidly. A new travel trailer loses its value the moment you leave the dealers lot. If you took out a loan with little or nothing down, you will “upside down”, owing to more that the trailer is worth, for years! If you have to sell your travel trailer for any reason you will most likely owe more than what it’s worth and have to come up with the difference in cash.
* The Price. If you are budget minded you almost certainly do not want to be trapped making monthly payments for the next decade on a travel trailer you’ll use at the most six to eight months out of the year. Do the math, and figure out how much each camping trip will actually cost you per year, just factoring in the monthly payments. Ouch! Payments of $350 a month x 12 months = $4,200. $4,200 can buy a impressive used travel trailer and you won’t be stuck with payments!
* Do you want a new or used trailer?
* Are you going to finance or pay all cash?
* What's the most you are willing to pay?
* Are you wanting a 5th wheel, toy hauler or tongue pull travel trailer?
* What manufacturer are you interested in?
* What floor plan do you want? Do you need bunks? Fold out couch?
If you are undecided, you should start out by weighing the pros and the cons of buying used vs. buying new. Take your time when purchasing your travel trailer. Do your research and avoid impulse buys.
PROS of Buying a Used Travel Trailer
* You will get additional trailer for your dollar. If you decide to purchase a used travel trailer you will be getting added value for your dollar. This is the way to go if you are on a budget or don’t want to be stuck with making payments for 10 years. A 25' used travel trailer with all the trimmings, will cost less than a stripped down new 22' trailer.
* Do Your Homework. Visit travel trailer forums and read what owners are saying about particular travel trailers, both good and bad, this information could save you a bunch of future headaches. Remember the majority of travel trailers that are bought new infrequently see any camping action; a good number of trailers are either put in storage or parked at people’s houses. It’s not unusual to find a used travel trailer in showroom condition, even vintage travel trailers from the 70’s can be found in impressive condition.
* Used travel trailers hold their value! If you get a good quality deal on a used travel trailer and decide to sell it a few years later you have a fantastic probability of getting all or most of your money back.
CONS of Buying a Used Travel Trailer
* Possible Problems: Buying a used travel trailer is a bit of a gamble, there could be minor problems or major problems and if you are lucky - no problems with the trailer. In most cases the warranty will have long ago expired, so all expenses will be out of your pocket. Do your homework right so problems won’t be a surprise.
* Elbow Grease. You'll need to give your new used trailer a good scrubbing down, no matter what condition it's in.
PROS of Buying a New Travel Trailer
* Nice & Clean: It’s new, immaculate and all yours!
* Warranty. If there are troubles, take the trailer back to your dealer and they’ll have to fix them for free!
* Maintenance Free. You do not have to agonize over buying new tires, new battery, or any other part for at least a year or so.
CONS of Purchasing a New Travel Trailer
* New Trailers Depreciate Rapidly. A new travel trailer loses its value the moment you leave the dealers lot. If you took out a loan with little or nothing down, you will “upside down”, owing to more that the trailer is worth, for years! If you have to sell your travel trailer for any reason you will most likely owe more than what it’s worth and have to come up with the difference in cash.
* The Price. If you are budget minded you almost certainly do not want to be trapped making monthly payments for the next decade on a travel trailer you’ll use at the most six to eight months out of the year. Do the math, and figure out how much each camping trip will actually cost you per year, just factoring in the monthly payments. Ouch! Payments of $350 a month x 12 months = $4,200. $4,200 can buy a impressive used travel trailer and you won’t be stuck with payments!
By: Daisy Mae
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