Are you looking to sell your motorhome? If so, you've probably wondered how much it's worth, where you can sell it and how to prepare for the sale. While selling your motorhome isn't an impossible feat, without the right guidance and tools, you can run into challenges and make costly mistakes.
We've compiled a detailed guide below to help you sell your motorhome.
Everyone has different reasons for wanting to sell their motorhome. For example, you may want to upgrade to a new one or motorhoming may not be for you anymore. Regardless of your reason for wanting to sell, there are certain steps you need to take and factors to consider to make the sales process simple. This way, you get the price that your motorhome is really worth.
"How much is my motorhome worth?"
This is a commonly asked question among many motorhome owners looking to sell their vehicles. It's also the first step to selling your motorhome.
Unfortunately, there's no definitive guide when it comes to motorhome valuation. This is because manufacturers produce motorhome models in relatively small quantities compared to the car market. These motorhomes feature complex fittings and varying sizes, layouts and types, making mass production difficult.
Additionally, most motorhome owners customise their motorhomes to suit their individual tastes, lifestyle and preference. So, there's no one-size-fits-all valuation system for motorhomes. However, there are two ways you can use to value your motorhome:
You can use motorhome dealers to know how much your particular motorhome is worth. Since dealers understand motorhome pricing, they can help you get a base valuation for your vehicle. They factor in things such as your motorhome's condition, age and mileage before giving you a quote of what your motorhome is worth.
Another way to know the value of your motorhome is by seeing what other sellers are charging for their motorhomes. Simply do a quick Google search to find motorhomes for sale in your region and compare the prices. It's essential to look for motorhomes similar to yours in terms of model, fittings, age and mileage to get an exact value. Although the value may not be accurate, it gives you an idea of how much yours is worth.
Most motorhomes depreciate in value, so expect your motorhome to be worth less when you sell it than when you bought it.
When it comes to selling your motorhome, there are several options you can choose. These include:
If you want to sell your motorhome fast, part-exchanging is your best choice. The process involves taking out the current value of your motorhome from your new motorhome to offset your buying costs.
Part exchanging is quick, simple and easy as you complete the buying and selling process at the same time. It also makes valuation easy as the motorhome dealer first conducts an audit to identify how much your current motorhome is worth before deducting the part exchange price from the next motorhome you want to purchase.
The beauty of part-exchanging your motorhome is that once you select a dealer to part exchange with, you're guaranteed to leave with your dream motorhome vehicle in exchange for your used one. Part-exchanging is also a budget-friendly option for those who want to upgrade their motorhomes but don't have the finances to cover the entire cost of a new motorhome.
Another way to sell your motorhome is through the sale or return method. This process involves displaying your motorhome at a dealer's forecourt for a certain period and a set fee. During this time, you'll still own the motorhome until it finds a new owner. The sale or return method requires your motorhome to be insured while in the dealer's care.
Many vehicle dealers buy used motorhomes for sale. All you have to do is find the right dealer to sell to, and they'll pay you what your motorhome is worth in cash. When you choose to sell your motorhome through Brownhills Motorhomes, you can be certain that you will get the best cash price possible as well as a first-class professional service.
Our aim is to make the process of selling your motorhome as easy and as secure as possible. As the UK’s largest professional motorhome dealer we have decades of experience in buying used motorhomes and offer a seamless and stress-free process.
If you don't want to deal with dealers, you can sell your motorhome yourself. You'll have to advertise your vehicle online and offline to find potential buyers.
For instance, you can place an advert on a motorhome buying/selling website or an online auction. While placing your advert on online platforms is cheap and even free, your motorhome can easily get lost in the masses of other motorhomes for sale, making selling difficult. Additionally, finding a genuine buyer may prove challenging. Most people will enquire about the vehicle only to end up not making a purchase, which wastes a lot of time.
Now that you know where to sell your motorhome, it's time to prepare it for sale. Many motorhome owners tend to overlook this crucial step despite its importance in helping you sell your vehicle easily, quickly and conveniently.
Here's how you can prepare your motorhome for sale
If you want to attract genuine buyers, ensure your motorhome is clean. Give it a thorough interior and exterior clean, focusing on all the hard-to-reach areas that don't get cleaned often. For instance, use a ladder to climb up and clean the roof. Similarly, use a carpet cleaner to remove any stains or dirt on the carpet and clean the curtains and other upholstery.
You can DIY this process to save money or hire a cleaner to ease the process. Remember to clean the wheels and bodywork too. If your wheel trims have seen better days, consider purchasing new ones to give your motorhome a revamp.
No one wants to buy a motorhome that's in poor condition and has components that don't function properly. This makes servicing and MOT vital to ensure your motorhome is mechanically and structurally sound. Give your motorhome a full service to rectify any issues that cause it to fail and to fix minor faults that you've ignored over time, such as blown light bulbs.
Replace any worn-out or malfunctioning parts, including the cambelt and its associated parts, e.g., tensions, pulleys, and water pump. You want to assure the buyer that they won't encounter any problems with your motorhome.
Test all the utilities in your motorhome to ensure they're in working order. Start with the gas and electric and move on to appliances such as the cooker and fridge. You may want to fill the water up and install a full gas bottle to show the potential buyer the heating, shower, sink and toilet work.
Everyone has varying tastes and preferences when it comes to motorhome additions and fixtures. So, if you made any customisations to your motorhome, consider removing them to revert the vehicle to its original condition. It's more likely to appeal to buyers when it doesn't have any DIY additions, providing the buyer with a clean canvas for making their own improvements.
Before selling your motorhome, organise all your paperwork into a folder to make everything easily accessible for interested buyers. This includes instruction manuals, warranties, the logbook and service history. Some of the paperwork you can organise includes:
If you need help selling your motorhome, contact Brownhills today or visit this page. We are experienced motorhome dealers who can guide and advise you throughout the selling process. We give you the best market value prices and have no hidden charges or admin fees.
Get in touch with us today to sell your motorhome.
