Practical Guide to Buying a New Motorhome

Thinking of buying a brand new motorhome or camper van? Read on, the following information could save you thousands of pounds and give you peace of mind when making that purchase. The motorhome insurance specialist, Shield Total Insurance offers some key advice on how to secure the best deal when buying a brand new motorhome.

Unlike touring caravans, there is a massive array of different motorhome out there, so you need to know what motorhome make and model options you have and what you can get for your allotted budget. Information is crucial at every stage of the purchase journey. There are a number of specialist motorhome publications readily available, from the market leader: Motorcaravan Motorhome Monthly and its sister publication, Which Motorhome and also Haymarket’s Practical Motorhome magazine.

It is a good idea to visit your local motorhome dealer(s) early in the buying process; to get a feel for the after care service you can expect post motorhome purchase. It is ideal if you get the opportunity to just browse, but make sure to have a number of prepared questions to ask the sales person.

When conducting your research, you also have the web, but it may be worth attending some of the specialist motorhome shows to see the variety available e.g. at the Birmingham NEC every October.

If you are visiting a campsite, meeting motorhome owners is a good way to find out more and most are only too willing to talk about their prized possession. Consider joining one of the UK’s two main national caravanning clubs such as the Camping and Caravanning Club, as their services usually include buying advice.

The motorhome layout of the living quarters should be your initial consideration in deciding which motorhome best suits your needs e.g. the sleeping configuration and number of beds. Watch out for key dimensions: the bed sizes and standing height, as well as the process for making beds and using the washroom facilities and what internal storage is available? Most new motorhomes are bought and used by couples who want the option to be able to transport additional, occasional extra passengers, such as grandchildren.

Each year less than 10,000 new motorhomes are registered. Compared to the car market, it is a highly specialised sector. The typical motorhome makes are sold via a network of retail outlets, usually independent operators who have a number of official franchises. Few are owned by the motorhome manufacturers.

Are there any alternatives? Well there are some smaller-scale converters who sell direct rather than through agents. These vehicles usually cost less and/or can be more specialist. The main downside is the potential travelling distance when it comes to any motorhome servicing and repair work. In addition, there are a number of small set-ups that produce bespoke panel van conversions to individual order and design requirements.

As far as the insurance is concerned, Shield Total Insurance can provide competitively priced, motorhome insurance cover for any of the types of motorhome referred to above. See how much you could save today. Give Shield a call on 01277 243 004 or go online for a motorhome insurance quote.

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