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How long does it take to sell a camper van? ›

Tip #7: Be patient

For many folks, it can take anywhere between 2 and 5 months—or longer—to sell their campervan or motorhome, and longer than that if it's a travel trailer. But, it's also not unheard of for a well-made van or rig with a cult following to sell within 24 hours, so you never know.

Van life is an alternative living, a tiny living if you like. People do it for various reasons but mostly because it affords more freedom and adventure. However, the decision to live in a van requires some careful consideration.

Camper vans are useful for one thing: camping. Most don't transition to everyday life at all. And you can't call them expensive garage ornaments because they don't fit in a typical garage. You'll probably end up paying to store a camper van for the other 50 weeks per year.

Spring is probably the best time of year to sell as we head towards the summer months when most people will be using their motorhomes. And because there's more demand at this time of year, you're more likely to sell for a higher price compared to winter and autumn.

The easiest and quickest way to sell your motorhome or campervan is to part-exchange with a dealer or manufacturer when buying a new or newer model. You won't get the same price as you would by selling privately, but you have the security of knowing that you won't be scammed out of your motorhome.

How do I sell an RV quickly? Usually, the quickest way to sell an RV is with a dealership. This is selling directly to the dealer, with or without a trade-in, rather than consignment. Selling to a dealer might get you less money than a private sale, but it'll be speedy!

Like all vehicles, RVs depreciate over time. You can determine an RVs depreciation by the vehicle's age, mileage, wear and tear, and the type of RV you own. Class A and Class B vehicles depreciate similarly, while Class C RVs depreciate more slowly and hold value slightly better.

It's better to put your travel trailer up for sale at the beginning of RV season rather than at the end of summer. Always avoid selling around the holidays and if you have an RV show in the area, it may be a good time to put your RV on the market as your travel trailer will be priced more affordable than newer RVs.