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What type of RV should I buy? What size

should it be? What brand should I buy? How

much should I spend? Will my truck be able to

tow it? Because of the infinite situations,

circumstances, likes, and dislikes that could

provide an unlimited number of outputs, this

guide is not designed to solve those

problems. This guide is designed for what

happens after you have narrowed it down to

the RV you want to purchase. Buying an RV

can be a stressful experience unless you are

armed with the right information. The process

is strategized by the dealer like a game. If

the buyer doesn't know how to play, all the

advantages are set up for the dealer. No

dealer is willing to pull back the curtain, so

there hasn't been a guide until now!If you are

interested in buying the RV extended

warranty (we highly recommend it) get the

dealer's pricing and then go to for a free

side by side comparison of pricing and

coverage at EagleVisionRV.com

BUYING AN RVCAN BESTRESSFUL.

WITHOUT CLARITY,

HERE ARE THE FIRST RULES TOGET THE BEST DEALS

Request to meet with the finance and insurance (F&I) manager before leaving the

day you make your decision to purchase and agree on the purchase sales

numbers.

Request a copy of the financing options from the dealership. The financing

information includes the interest rate, the length of the loan usually in months,

the amount financed and the monthly payment. Be aware that generally the

dealer will receive compensation by raising your interest rate and interest rates

are negotiable especially if you have a credit score above 680.

Request a copy of the finance menu. The finance menu will list all available

extended service products like the Extended Warranty, GAP insurance, Tire and

Wheel, and Roadside Assistance. It is a must that the dealer includes the actual

price and not just the increase in payment, so the selling price is evident and

comparable.

Do not sign any binding financial loan paperwork including the bank contract or

give the full down payment until you have done a walk through and the RV is in

the agreed upon condition to take it home. Usually, this is several days after the

purchase of the RV. Leaving are fundable deposit for preparation of the RV is

customary. $500 - $1,000 is an accepted practice

HERE ARE THE FIRST RULES TOGET THE BEST DEALS

Always ask for all deliverables in writing before leaving. Deliverables are the

promises from the dealer to repair or prepare the RV. Use theRV Boss RV Pre-

Delivery Inspection Checklist as a guide for preparing the RV for your pickup

delivery from the dealership.

Give a copy of the checklist attached to this guide for Pre-Delivery and walk-

through inspection and let the dealer know you would like each of these

addressed in their dealer doc and prep fee otherwise known as the dealer fee.

Address these items before agreeing to purchase and don’t expect them to be

thrown in.

Check for the trade in value of your RV or the value of the used RV you want to

purchase. Do not add accessories as they are not applicable in the value

calculation. You will need the year, manufacturer, make and model and mileage if

gas motorhome. Use the Base Pricing Low Retail figure.

https://www.nadaguides.com/RVs/Manufacturers

Always ask how long the new RV has been on the lot. The MSRP will have a date.

Do not take the salesman's word for it. The longer it has been there, the more

significant the discount should be by the selling dealer. Check the following sites

for comparison shopping: RVTrader.com, RVT.com, RVUSA.com

Tires are critical in purchasing. Check the tread depth, look for cracks and get the

manufacturer date. Request changing them out if you are not comfortable with

any of the three. It is much cheaper to change out at the time of purchase than

purchase new.

HERE ARE THE FIRST RULES TOGET THE BEST DEALS

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Do Not accept or make final payment until the RV is repaired. It may feel like a

frustration to come back, but it will be worse if you own the RV and must go back

several times fighting with the dealer’s service department to cover the repairs.

Ask about roof and seal maintenance - if the RV has sat for a length of time RV

manufacturers generally require the dealer to perform regular maintenance on

the seals. If they don’t maintain the seals, this leads to a potential warranty issue

should one leak. Ask for a roof cleaning and inspection if the RV has sat on the

dealer's lot for more than 8 months including re-sealing if required.

When negotiating with the salesperson, you'll see a number like$27,000+++. The

+++ stands for tax, tag, and dealer fee. Some dealers are now adding an

additional transport fee. This number can be significant, up to $2500 added in the

finance office after the price is negotiated. Tell the dealer you want the price

including ALL fees and no add on fees in the finance office. These fees are

optional or can be absorbed by reducing the selling price of the RV. Do not listen

to explanations why they can't include it in one price. They can. This will give you

apples to apples comparisons between the dealerships.

If buying a used RV, it is highly suggested to get a third party RVinspection done

on the vehicle. Reputable dealers will have no problemallowing this at your cost.

You can locate an inspector through theNational RV Inspectors Association

located https://nrvia.org/locate/

ARMED WITH THISINFORMATION, YOUARE IN CONTROL.

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You do not own the RV until you hand over the check or

sign your loan documents. You are in control until that

point. Many “issues” will get blamed on the manufacturer

and their inability to get parts. Meanwhile, you do not

want to be paying for an inoperative RV while waiting for

a warranty claim or parts. A quick Google or Facebook

search will show you thousands of upset buyers' horror

stories of RVs purchased before the walk-through and

buyers waiting months for repairs. Have the repairs

completed before taking the RV. The manufacturer

warranty approval process on new RVs can be a long

process, and the service department is often not as

motivated to complete your repair as the sales

department to complete the sale so keep control until you

are satisfied. Losing control of the deal and having a

terrible delivery experience is entirely avoidable with this

checklist by Eagle Vision RV. Most dealers will appreciate

the terms of the deal being completely negotiated and

everything clear on the expectations. No dealer wants

you to have a bad purchase and delivery experience.

These checklists and your preparation will help you

minimize the risk of a bad delivery. We all want the same

goal and this guide gives the best path.We want you to

have the best RVing experience possible and leave the

dealership only once happy, excited and confident with

your new RV. Contact us with any questions and always

check with Eagle Vision RV before purchasing any

Extended Service Contract, Tire and Wheel package or

Roadside Service.

ULTIMATE PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION LIST Provide List at Time of Purchase

All propane tanks filled

Batteries charged and connected

Connected RV to Shore Power

Connect to water via hose turned on

Connect to sewer connections

Require starter kit with sewer hose

MSRP of new RV - make sure ALL options are on or with RV. 

Link to pictures online to double check

Require power cord with RV

A mattress in bed locations and pull-out

Require up to date fire extinguisher

Require a water pressure regulator

Request new tires if manufactured date is more than 2 yrs old

Fill fresh water tank and test the water pump

ULTIMATE DELIVERY INSPECTION Check Each Item Off at Pre-Financing Walk-Through

Inspect outside first

Check for delamination - bubble in fiber glass

Knock under slides for wood rot

Inspect ladder and climb it

Inspect roof - have tech check seals

Look for cracks and anything broken

Look for any tears in rubber roof. DO NOT accept if tears/cracks

Check doors and compartment doors open and close smoothly

Move slides in and out, check gaskets for need of lubrication

Check sewer handles for broken pieces and proper operation

Have tech flush toilet with live water in each tank

Walk entire RV looking at windows for good seals and aligned

Outside

Feel inside of compartments for wet material, look for mold

Check for weather caps at all openings

Get battery maintenance instructions

Have tech show tire depth and check for visible cracks

Check spare tire rim and tire the same as all others

Check air pressure on all tires

Make sure the tires are within two years of manufacture date

Provide at least two keys for all locks - door, ignition, latches

ULTIMATE DELIVERY INSPECTION Check Each Item Off at Pre-Financing Walk-Through

Open and close all cabinets

Inspect corners, skylights, slides, openings for water damage

Check interior trim for any hanging pieces

Check all lights for functionality

Look for tears in furniture

Operate ALL blinds - check valences

Check countertops for caulking and warping

Inspect carpet/floors for water damage

Test water heater electric and propane

Test fridge electric and propane

Test fridge electric and propane

Test A/C - should blow 20* cooler than outside temperature

Check heat strip

Test faucets, microwave, oven/stove, showers, appliances

Inside