Are you a fan of buying at RV Shows?
I have talked to a number of people locally, and a few of them are fans of two big dealerships, whereas other folks say they think you get better deals at the big RV Shows? Anyone have any input on...
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I'll offer a different opinion.
If you have already done your research, know what you want and have gotten several prices from local dealers then I don't see the harm in making a purchase at a show. I've never done it, but I heard a salesman suggest that the manufacturers give special incentives to the dealers to sell during the show and the dealers can then, in turn, offer a better price.
Armed with the knowledge of exactly what you want and the best price you can get OUTSIDE the show, why not try to make a deal at the show. Worst case scenario they don't offer a great deal and you smile and walk away.
Now... if you are talking about purchasing a trailer that was used at the show, I want a good amount off the best price I could find. As others have said, you've had a lot of people trampling through, pulling on things, spilling, not wiping shoes, kids slamming doors and pushing buttons, people pulling and picking on things, etc. If I was to purchase a floor model trailer from a show, they would have to knock at least 15-20% off the lowest price I could get elsewhere AND I would have a very detailed PDI and point out any defects before signing and get it in writing that they will fix the defects or offer a greater discount.
I wouldn't buy on impulse at a show though, that isn't my style. I'm one of those guys that researches for months or years before pulling the trigger.
If you have already done your research, know what you want and have gotten several prices from local dealers then I don't see the harm in making a purchase at a show. I've never done it, but I heard a salesman suggest that the manufacturers give special incentives to the dealers to sell during the show and the dealers can then, in turn, offer a better price.
Armed with the knowledge of exactly what you want and the best price you can get OUTSIDE the show, why not try to make a deal at the show. Worst case scenario they don't offer a great deal and you smile and walk away.
Now... if you are talking about purchasing a trailer that was used at the show, I want a good amount off the best price I could find. As others have said, you've had a lot of people trampling through, pulling on things, spilling, not wiping shoes, kids slamming doors and pushing buttons, people pulling and picking on things, etc. If I was to purchase a floor model trailer from a show, they would have to knock at least 15-20% off the lowest price I could get elsewhere AND I would have a very detailed PDI and point out any defects before signing and get it in writing that they will fix the defects or offer a greater discount.
I wouldn't buy on impulse at a show though, that isn't my style. I'm one of those guys that researches for months or years before pulling the trigger.
