Ocala, FL - Used RVs For Sale - RV Trader (2024)

FAQs

Where is the best place to get the value of an RV? ›

National Automobile Dealers' Association (NADA)

NADA, or the National Automobile Dealers' Association, provides values for used RVs. They list prices and values for motorhomes, travel trailers, and even truck campers and park models.

Shop Out of Season

If you can wait until mid to late fall, you'll find it's the best time to buy an RV. You'll have a far better selection of both new and previously-owned rigs once the camping season ends.

Is Buying an Older RV Worth It? If you want to save money on your RV purchase and don't mind the quirks that can come with older RVs, an old RV is definitely worth it. With research, planning, and proper RV inspection, you can get a great deal on a used RV that will last you for years to come.

Typically, late winter into early spring (late January until the end of March) is the most ideal time of year to sell your travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other type of RV. Putting your rig on the market early in the year and having patience will buy you some time to make the sale less time-constraining.

Among the three main types of RVs, Class C vehicles generally hold their value best. Class A and Class B RV depreciation tends to happen slightly more quickly. If you're interested in a camper you can tow, fifth-wheel campers generally depreciate more quickly than standard RVs.

Ask the Experts

The first thing you'll do when determining your RV trade-in value is consult NADA, the National Automobile Dealers Association. Similar to the Kelly Blue Book for cars, the Dealer NADA RV price book is often consulted by dealers looking at purchasing your RV.

How long an RV, motorhome, or travel trailer lasts depends on various factors. However, generally speaking, two decades is reasonable for a well-maintained vehicle. The average lifespan of a Class A or a Class B RV or motorhome is between 10 and 20 years.

What's the best month to buy a used motorhome or travel trailer? On average, motorhomes and travel trailers are at their cheapest at the end of the year. You can also benefit from good deals in the neighboring months of November and February — after the high season ends and before the next spring season starts up.

What you should know before buying a used RV? ›

If an RV is over 10 years old, you might find yourself running into issues staying at certain upscale RV parks. You could find yourself running into the “10 Year Rule”. Though it may not be accurate all the time this rule is based on the assumption that an RV over 10 years old might be too weathered or worn.

Six (6) percent sales tax must be paid on all recreational vehicles (RVs) sold and/or delivered in Florida, unless specifically exempted by law. Many counties also impose a local discretionary sales surtax, which applies to the first $5,000 of the sales price.

Well, the slow season for RV sales begins at the end of September. That said, we recommend waiting until at least October. During October and November, sales nosedive, leading to some pretty good discounts. December and January are even slower, making them the best months for RV shopping.

Witnesses and Notarization (if required):

An RV Bill of Sale is essential for documenting the sale and transfer of an RV's ownership.

Kelley Blue Book is a trusted resource for determining the value of traditional automotive vehicles. However, unfortunately, they do not offer a dedicated valuation service for RVs on their website or in their printed guides.

Typically, the most profitable way to sell an RV is by listing it on RV buy-and-sell marketplaces such as RV Trader, RVT, Camping World, and RVezy — more info on the best websites below. Because these websites are RV-focused, they allow sellers to add lots of relevant information that helps simplify the buying process.