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DutchmenSport
Jan 26, 2017Explorer
Here's something to think about. The depreciation on an RV is tremendous the first couple years. If you purchase new, you'll be selling at, what appears to be, a horrific loss. But that's just the nature of an RV.
With that in mind, most folks, especially folks new to RV ownership will find that one of 2 things usually happens with 2 to 3 years of ownership.
1. They realize RVing is not for them, they loose interest and decide to get out of it. Selling their RV they are mortified at the hit they take.
2. They love the RV lifestyle and realize how small their current camper is and want to get a bigger camper, and a bigger tow vehicle. When they go to trade, they are mortified at how little they get from their trade in compared to the original cost, and realize how upside down they are on their loan.
With that in mind, think what may happen in 3 years (Odds you WILL be selling your camper). Now? Which camper has the best value for you?
With that in mind, most folks, especially folks new to RV ownership will find that one of 2 things usually happens with 2 to 3 years of ownership.
1. They realize RVing is not for them, they loose interest and decide to get out of it. Selling their RV they are mortified at the hit they take.
2. They love the RV lifestyle and realize how small their current camper is and want to get a bigger camper, and a bigger tow vehicle. When they go to trade, they are mortified at how little they get from their trade in compared to the original cost, and realize how upside down they are on their loan.
With that in mind, think what may happen in 3 years (Odds you WILL be selling your camper). Now? Which camper has the best value for you?
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