Buying RV that's been stored

OH my, in storage for a year and it’s fallen apart. Check fluids and tire pressures and take it for a test drive.

midnightsadie wrote:
X2 I,d hire a mobil rv tech to inspect the rv, look one up on the net in your area. if stored right. and inspection comes back ok. I,d buy one. now if its been outside in the weather just parked and forgotten about NO.

Probably also want a mobile mechanic to check out the drivetrain and do a compression check. A dead motor, likely makes the MH worthless.

X2 I,d hire a mobil rv tech to inspect the rv, look one up on the net in your area. if stored right. and inspection comes back ok. I,d buy one. now if its been outside in the weather just parked and forgotten about NO.

If properly stored a year of not being used is not a big deal. You don't give much information as to whether or not the unit was plugged in while stored or whether or not it was under cover. Rodent damage can happen even in coaches that are lived in full time as well as roof leaks. Only a thorough inspection can answer your question.

Expecting to jump in and drive a twenty year old RV with complete reliability regardless of storage or use history is not a working concept.
Sorry. :(

I assume you mean the owner hasn't used or even started it for a year.

Batteries, tires, rodent damage, leaks from rain if it wasn't under-cover storage (mold if there have been any leaks), dried out seals, dirty engine oil. These are a few things I would be concerned about.

I would probably only buy a used motorhome that has been used. Then an owner knows if any problems arise. But that's just me.