Dusty Traveler
Senior Member
"So, what price should I sell my RV for?" This question often comes up, and right off the bat, you should know that you're going to get less from a dealer. Dealers need to make a profit, and they must invest in selling your vehicle. While they have a good location and are known for selling RVs, they still have to handle things like listing the sale, transferring titles and tags, and purchasing advertising space for multiple RVs, which involves some risk.
Because of all these factors, you will likely receive less if you sell your RV through a dealer rather than selling it on your own. Keep in mind that some potential buyers may want to test drive the RV, kick the tires, and negotiate the price down by a few thousand dollars."
Here’s what I did to sell my RV. First, I determined the appropriate listing price. Let's say it's a Class B Van. It's important to focus on the van itself and its original price when new—not the year of the up-fitter (an Upfitter are the folks who build the RV into the VAN and have the ability to change the YEAR of the VEHICLE) listed on the title, but the true manufacturing year of the van. The Kelly Blue Book can be very helpful in this process. For this example, let's say it's a 2020 Mercedes Benz Van, so we can go to one of two Blue Book for RVs. First is J.D. Power for RVs or you can go to Kelly Blue Book for RVs. at Kelly Blue Book RV Pricing Guide.
You should now have the price for VAN 2020. As of today, in 2025, you will notice a decline in value: what was once $50,000 has dropped to $15,000, resulting in a loss of $35,000 for just the van. Next, consider the pricing for your RV parts, specifically the RV part of the van, which originally sold for $150,000. So you know the Van dropped to $15,000 from $50.000, and so should the RV portion just as much, used or not used. Now, you should have your approximate price in mind.
It's important to remember that a dealer may offer less for your RV since they have to handle resale and support after the sale. Potential buyers might not have the same insights you do, which can influence pricing. I wish you the best of luck on your journey, and I truly hope this guidance helps you find the perfect price for your RV!
Because of all these factors, you will likely receive less if you sell your RV through a dealer rather than selling it on your own. Keep in mind that some potential buyers may want to test drive the RV, kick the tires, and negotiate the price down by a few thousand dollars."
Here’s what I did to sell my RV. First, I determined the appropriate listing price. Let's say it's a Class B Van. It's important to focus on the van itself and its original price when new—not the year of the up-fitter (an Upfitter are the folks who build the RV into the VAN and have the ability to change the YEAR of the VEHICLE) listed on the title, but the true manufacturing year of the van. The Kelly Blue Book can be very helpful in this process. For this example, let's say it's a 2020 Mercedes Benz Van, so we can go to one of two Blue Book for RVs. First is J.D. Power for RVs or you can go to Kelly Blue Book for RVs. at Kelly Blue Book RV Pricing Guide.
You should now have the price for VAN 2020. As of today, in 2025, you will notice a decline in value: what was once $50,000 has dropped to $15,000, resulting in a loss of $35,000 for just the van. Next, consider the pricing for your RV parts, specifically the RV part of the van, which originally sold for $150,000. So you know the Van dropped to $15,000 from $50.000, and so should the RV portion just as much, used or not used. Now, you should have your approximate price in mind.
It's important to remember that a dealer may offer less for your RV since they have to handle resale and support after the sale. Potential buyers might not have the same insights you do, which can influence pricing. I wish you the best of luck on your journey, and I truly hope this guidance helps you find the perfect price for your RV!
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