How to Inspect a Repossessed RV
Since a repossessed RV was probably taken back by the lender during the first couple years of the loan, many are not very old. Because use tends to be seasonal and only for a few weeks each year, bank repo RVs typically are in good condition. Even if it looks nice and is fairly new, you still want to carefully inspect the motorhome before you decide to buy it. Carefully check the following:
Exterior
Their are many different types of repossessed rvs for sale. Look for rust, peeling paint, cracked or damaged windows, flat tires, and other indications that the RV has not been well-maintained. While minor repairs can be made easily, you don’t want to overlook any that suggest there may be bigger problems you can’t see.
Interior
Check thoroughly for any signs of water damage, which is expensive to fix and is likely more extensive than it first appears. Ceilings that are sagging down and paneling that is soft to the touch have been water-damaged. Look for mold and mildew as well. Also note what shape the upholstery is in. If it is thin and has holes, especially in a newer RV, that usually means it has been lived in for long periods at a time. An RV that has been lived in usually is in worse condition and will have more problems than those that were just used periodically each year.
Appliances/Fixtures
See if everything is in good working order. The faucet, toilet, shower, etc. should all be functioning properly. Make sure the refrigerator, lights, stove and other electric items are working. If many things are broken and seem excessively worn, they probably didn’t get regular maintenance and the RV may have been lived in extensively.
Major Systems
Check that the portable power generator is functioning properly and hasn’t seen excessive use (another indication the RV has been lived in). Also try out the heating, cooling and water systems to make sure they are working right.
It is always a good idea to walk through the RV a second time and all the way around the outside to see if there is anything you may have missed the first time.
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