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Re: Selling an RV/payment
mountaintraveler wrote: I will be selling my RV a few months later and need to understand how I can safely receive a payment. I want to sell to a private party. It's going to be selling for 40-45K. Receiving bank wire won't work for me. I will ask buyer to give me cashier's check of a bank that has local, branch, I think. I want to be able to go to the branch in person and cash the check and also first verify that the check is good, before I sign the title over. Had anyone done a sale like this? What are the steps with cashier's check handling to make sure one won't get defrauded? I read a few of the (logical) ways to handle - what should be a very simple transaction. It appears you are making that "simple" transaction into something very complicated! As a "mountain traveler" - I wish you all the luck making mountains out of mole hills. My two cents: Open a savings account at a branch of the buyers bank. Complete the sale at that bank - buyer moves the $$ from his account to yours. (The bank can verify the funds). Then you can Get the cash whenever you are ready - from *your* personal account. :) ~600Views0likes0CommentsRe: Smaller Propane Tanks
No need to go past the second post (reply) to your question by the Mod! Did that long ago. The 40# are simply too heavy. Plus - you can purchase extra 20# bottles at reasonable prices at HD, Lowe's, Costco, etc. Handy to have at your home for your BBQ. (Also, most even have gauges now.). Note: The "exchange" bottles are usually less than full - and about double the cost of what a bulk supplier charges to fill your bottles. Whatever lights your burner! ~849Views0likes0CommentsRe: Any issues having slides on both sides?
audiocam wrote: We're looking at buying a new or slightly used TT. Is there any issues with RV's slides on both sides? My wife thinks they may limit us because some parks may have restrictions on slides on both sides. Do multiple slide owners have any insights? Cheers, Scott Answering the OPs question, SPECIFICALLY in re: "some parks may have restrictions on slides on both sides". Never found that - or even heard of it. Never stayed in a park w/o sufficient room for slides on both sides of the RV.......also many DPs have 4 slides (or 5) - with slides on both sides........ Sorry, we can't accommodate you - or want your $$. Not ! If the TT is in good shape at a good price, and meets your reqs - don't sweat the small stuff, cheer up and for it. :W1.3KViews0likes0CommentsRe: What kind of deals are out there?
way2roll wrote: You'd do better to sell privately. RV trades, car trades, whatever - if they give you a good trade you pay more for the vehicle you are buying, less on trade more off on the newer vehicle. Although Car and RV sales is a bit of a mess right now. I still think it's a seller's market. And - there you have xlnt advice! Sell your existing RV yourself. You will be able to do better negotiating a price for the one you wish to purchase! Lastly - don't buy from a dealer's lot (inventory). Order it - shop for the best deal via the internet. See what kind of a deal you can get from a "distant" dealer. Then decide if the $$ you save by traveling is worth it to you. If not try that local outfit again - tell 'em you're ready to go out of state for the better deal/price. Happy hunting! ~602Views0likes0CommentsRe: Waste water totes for fresh water
TexasShadow wrote: I can't think of a reason against using a new water tote for fresh water, but I would be sure to mark it clearly as potable water ONLY. X-2 - OK as long as "someone" doesn't accidentally use the tote for its "intended" use! The bladder type would be a good choice (instead) if it would work for you. If the type of plastic in the tote bothers you, look into a standard (non-metalic) fresh water RV tank.....lots of sizes available.....but no wheels, LOL. ~898Views0likes0CommentsRe: RV registration in SD
Don and Eileen wrote: I just chatted with someone from the DOR. She said we can maintain our RV registration in SD, but not every county will allow it. The research continues. There's NO problem keeping your RV registered in SD ! Chat with Americas Mailbox - ask lots of questions. However - the REAL problem you may/will have is *IF* your DL is not from AZ - you best have your ducks in a row when you explain it to an LEO (in AZ). Like the Mod said - some/most states want their revenue! Some LEOs could care less - some LEOs care A *LOT*. The guy or gal behind the badge may or may not "buy into" your program! "Sign here, tell it to the judge next month, have a nice day - and drive carefully!" Good luck with "the plan" !! ~684Views0likes0CommentsRe: Temp Reg. Question Buying from out of state in California
dedmiston wrote: chill66 wrote: Here is my solution. I did not know that in California plates stay with the vehicle and once you sign the title you absolve the old owner of all responsibility. I will use the plates on the current Class B RV and drive it home. I will insure it before I leave. My reluctance and concern was that the owner would remove the plates after the sale to return to DMV as that is how we do it here in NJ. I didn't want to drive across the country without plates. I know in NJ They would pull me over and impound the vehicle immediately. That's correct. Hopefully the seller's tags are up to date. There's a portion of the CA title that you sign and leave with the seller. They can go straight to the CA DMV website and record the sale with all of your info to protect their liability. And you'll have the signed title that protects your ownership. Have the owner email you a photo of the title in advance so you can have a look first. Make sure there isn't a lienholder and make sure there aren't any other complications. For example, a CA title can list the husband OR the wife, but then your state might require both of their signatures, so make sure both of them sign and date it. Other than that, your plate with the current tags plus your signed title and proof of insurance are all you need to get across the country. (Make sure you deal with the insurance before you hit the road.) Good (and correct) information! BTW - sales tax in California is collected when: A *new* vehicle is purchased. If a *new* vehicle is leaving the state, usually the buyer and seller meet in AZ or NV to complete the purchase. (Yes, that's legal). For a *previously owned* vehicle -from a private party- CA sales tax would be charged when the new owner goes to the CA DMV to register it. A smog inspection would be required. Note: A previously owned vehicle being purchased from a *dealer*: Expect the dealer is required to charge CA sales tax. Use the "work-around" above.......and/or check with your home state how it is handled. BTW - the CA plates stay with the vehicle - which may -or may not- be "collected by the state where the new registration takes place, along with sales tax (if any) and registration fees. Lastly - there are private vehicle registration companies, which are authorized to complete registration (etc.) in CA. Most will answer questions w/o charging a fee for same. **In many/most instances they are more knowledgeable than many AAA offices - with more complicated registration, etc. It's really not as difficult as it seems...:W .1.5KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Propane cover
Hey Mike - As you can see - this forum gets *VERY LITTLE* activity! Chances of replies = Slim & None!...:( Suggest you re-post to the "General RVing Issues" forum!...:C BTW - revise your title (subject) a bit, as the forum/s don't permit duplicate posts...:W Good luck. ~140Views0likes0CommentsRe: What's the real scoop on propane tank re-certification?
bob213 wrote: Try AmeriGas in Oxnard The OP is in Simi Valley - looooong way to Oxnard !!....:E (and -Yikes!-you're in Fresno ??) With a little bit of effort *locally* you can find a *convenient* place to refill. About 3 miles from my home in Orange County, a local gas/diesel station refills tanks at a good price...:C (they do a good business filling tanks - often several folks waiting!) *NEVER* had the attendant that comes out to the giant supply tank - check the date on the 20# or 40# tank you want him to fill...:W Como se dice...."gracias amigo!"...:W ~815Views0likes0Comments
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