Buying a Used Fleetwood
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When buying a used Fleetwood, remember that your local dealer is your best friend. Not only does your local dealer offer used RVs at reasonable prices, but the experts at the dealership have gone over every RV with a finetooth comb, which gives you a hedge against hidden defects. Plus, a dealership will be there to service your RV after the sale. Use the search feature on our main page to locate the used Fleetwood RV dealer nearest you or to request information. Used Fleetwood prices vary based on model, mileage and condition.
There are many good reasons to buy a pre-owned Fleetwood RV, especially if it's your first purchase. Buying a used RV allows you to test-drive the RV lifestyle without making a huge financial investment. Since Fleetwood is such a widely known and well-distributed brand, you won't have trouble finding many used Fleetwood models to choose from within your local area. Also, if you buy a travel trailer only to discover later that a motor home is more your style, you won't lose too much value to depreciation when you sell or trade in your used RV.
Buying a used RV is much too complicated to thoroughly cover in a brief buying guide like this, and much of what you need to inspect depends on the type of RV you decide to buy. Generally speaking, rely on your local RV dealer to perform the critical system tests, while you concentrate on the easy-to-see items. At a minimum, your RV dealer will test and inspect all of these components on every used RV they offer:
* Engine and drive train (on motorized RVs)
* Brakes, axles and stabilizing jacks
* Water lines, tanks and valves
* Propane system
* Electrical components, such as inverter and battery charger
* Furnace and air conditioner
* Frame and subfloor
* Lift mechanisms (on tent trailers)
So what should you inspect yourself? Let's start with motorhomes and travel trailers. Begin with the interior. Look for excessive caulking around windows, which may indicate water leakage. Check the upholstery, flooring and window coverings for rips, tears or repairs. Check out the appliances to make sure they're in good working order. If the RV has slide-outs, test them several times. Slides should glide smoothly in and out, with no grinding or other alarming noises.
If you're considering a used Fleetwood tent trailer, it's imperative to closely inspect the canvas. Don't look only for obvious rips or holes. Look for slightly discolored areas, which could indicate the canvas was folded up while still wet. Also check closely for mold on the canvas. Be sure to set up and fold down the trailer yourself more than once. Do the lift mechanisms operate smoothly? If the camper uses manual lifts (as opposed to electric), would another family member be able to fold the camper down in case of an emergency?
The next thing you should do is take the RV for a test drive. You can point out any mechanical issues to your sales person, who can get them resolved. Lastly, don't forget to request an overnight stay in your used Fleetwood motorhome, fifth wheel, travel trailer or pop-up camper before making your purchase decision. This will give you an opportunity to test out all the systems and get a feel for how livable the RV really is.
Buying a used Fleetwood can be a rewarding experience. If you're ready to buy a used Fleetwood fifth wheel, travel trailer, motorhome or tent camper, click on "Fleetwood RVs" right now, and we'll direct a quote request or a request for information to a Fleetwood dealer near you.
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