Many RV owners reach the point where their coach no longer supports their travel needs. Whether your family has grown, the kids have gone off to school, or you want to transition from a towable camper to a motorhome, there are many reasons to ask: where can I trade in my RV?
From camper vans to extravagant destination trailers, the RV marketplace includes a wide variety of RVs for different camping styles, and your current unit will be a valuable trade-in for your next RV. More good news? Camping World makes it easy to trade in your current RV and upgrade or downsize to find the right unit to match your adventure goals.
Where Can I Trade in My RV?
Most RV dealerships accept trade-ins. However, with more than 200 locations nationwide, Camping World is the easiest dealership to find. Simply use our location directory to find a Camping World near you.
At Camping World, the process begins with thoroughly inspecting your RV. Your unit will then be professionally appraised, and you’ll be furnished with a trade-in offer. The value of your trade-in depends on factors like its year, make, model, trim, and condition. RV owners should note any major upgrades or renovations during the appraisal process, as these types of improvements can affect your final offer.
With your RV’s trade-in value known, you can begin shopping for your next RV. Your trade-in value will be applied to purchasing your next RV when negotiating the final sale price and any required financing terms.
How To Find My RV’s Trade-in Value?
The Good Sam RV Valuator Tool is the fastest and easiest way to get a quote for your RV. A quote, while not final, gives you an estimate of what to expect to earn from your trade-in.
In addition to your RV’s year, make, model, and trim, the tool asks questions about your RV’s interior and exterior condition, any renovations or modifications made, and habits of use, like whether smoking has ever occurred inside the unit.
It takes that information and compares it to thousands of similar RV listings nationwide to provide an instant quote you can take to a Camping World RV dealership to begin your trade-in negotiations.
During the trade-in process, your RV will receive an official trade appraisal to confirm its market value.
How To Trade in an RV That is Financed
You don’t have to pay off your RV loan if you wish to trade in for a new (or used) model. You can still use the Good Sam RV Valuator tool to find your RV’s value. Still, your final trade-in offer will be based on the professional appraisal completed at the dealership where you’re trading in.
With an outstanding RV loan, however, the complete value of your trade-in may not be applied to your new RV purchase. Suppose the remaining balance on your loan is less than your quoted RV value. In that case, the difference (value minus remaining balance) will be applied to purchasing your new RV (and any financing terms you need to complete that purchase).
Here’s an example:
RV Trade-in Value = $14,500
Remaining Loan Balance = $6,000
True Trade-in Value = $8,500
In this case, $8,500 would be the “usable amount” you can subtract from the sale price of the RV you’re hoping to trade for.
Now suppose your loan’s remaining balance is greater than your quoted RV value. In this case, the difference (remaining balance minus value) would be added to the sale price of your new RV (and any financing terms required to complete that purchase).
Here’s an example:
RV Trade-in Value = $14,500
Remaining Loan Balance = $19,000
True Trade-in Value = -$4,500
In this case, $4,500 would be added to the sale price of the RV you’re trading in for when you negotiate new financing terms for that RV (or when buying outright).
RV Consignment versus Trading In
In addition to accepting RV trade-ins, you can also consign your RV with Camping World. This process is essentially a contract between you and your local Camping World dealership stating that they will sell the RV on your behalf. When a sale is finalized, Camping World receives a commission and writes you a check for the balance of the sale.
To start the RV consignment process, you’ll need to contact the dealership in your area. You’ll then bring your RV there, where a Camping World representative will identify any issues that may require major or minor repairs to make your RV look and feel more appealing to potential buyers.
Once any required repairs are completed, your unit is cleaned from top to bottom, professionally photographed, and added to our RV inventory. It’s then searchable for potential buyers nationwide, not just those in your local region.
Benefits of consigning in your RV with Camping World include:
- Our marketplace reaches millions of potential buyers every month.
- Our reps handle showing your RV to potential buyers.
- Potential buyers get access to a large network of local and national banks if they need RV financing.
- We handle all the details required to complete a sale (i.e. transfer of title, bill of sale, etc.).
Where Can I Sell My RV Fast?
Camping World representatives would also love to buy your RV outright. Our team will need the following information to provide a price quote if you want to sell directly to Camping World without going through the trade-in program:
RV Information
- Year
- Make
- Model
- Trim
Personal Information
- First name
- Last name
- Phone number
- Zip code
- Email address
With that information handy, complete this form to start the process. Our RV buying program features many benefits like:
- Guaranteed Best Offer or $1,000* (offer must be in writing and obtained from a licensed RV dealer)
- Cash in Hand Within 24 Hours or Less^ (within 24 hours of completion of all sales documents)
- Offer Guaranteed for 7 Days** (offers subject to inspection and valid for 7 days from the date of written offer)
Learn more about the benefits and stipulations of selling your RV to Camping World.
How To Sell My RV
When you decide it’s time to move on from your RV, take the time to prepare your RV for sale. These recommendations will help you enhance your RV’s curb appeal and improve its resale value in the eyes of potential buyers:
- Remove all of your belongings. Potential buyers don’t want to see clutter when browsing your RV photos online – or when they see it in person.
- Complete any necessary repairs. This includes major items that impact the RV’s functionality and smaller repairs to improve the overall aesthetic.
- Clean inside and out. Nobody wants to purchase a dirty RV. This guide includes a list of cleaning items to address before selling your RV.
- Compile all documentation. You should be able to hand over important manuals, service records, and other documents to any potential buyer. You should also have ownership documentation ready, such as the title, a bill of sale, and any relevant warranty information.
- Document RV modifications. Anything you did to improve your RV’s fit, function, or performance can increase its resale value.
- Contact your insurance provider. Your RV insurance provider should know you’re getting ready to cancel (or transfer) your coverage. They’ll give you instructions on the steps to properly cancel or transfer when the sale is complete.
- Contact the Camping World near you. Use our location directory to contact a representative and schedule a time to bring your RV in for a pre-sale inspection.
Check out our complete guide to preparing your RV for sale.
For those looking to upgrade or downsize, here are a few resources to help you find your next RV:
- Camping World’s Top-Selling Travel Trailers with Slide-outs
- What Is the Best Luxury Fifth Wheel?
- The Best Luxury Destination Trailers
What questions do you have about selling or trading in your RV to Camping World? Let us know in the comments below.
