More Cons To Look For When Buying Used Caravans

When buying a used caravan it is important to make sure that you are getting what you have paid for. This involves making sure that you are not being conned or tricked into buying a used caravan that is less than desirable or is not as described. So, if you have read the first article, what are some more of the caravan cons that you should be looking out for?

• ‘Sold as seen’ trick This con is relevant to people who buy their used caravan on one day and come back on another to pick it up. By then, the seller has removed pretty much anything that is not bolted down, such as awnings, leisure batteries, spare tyre’s and so on. When making a deal on a caravan, be sure to get all the inclusions in writing so that both you and the seller are clear on what is staying and what is going. It is best to take the caravan with you straight away if at all possible.
• ‘Driveway’ trick The first clue you should notice if someone is trying this used caravan con on you is when you arrive to view the van and the seller is waiting for you in the driveway. They may explain that they are selling it for their parents or sibling or whoever. The second clue is that the seller will never enter the house because they don’t have the keys, or the relative is at work or on holidays. So what is the con here? The caravan doesn’t actually belong to the seller and they’re trying to get you to take it before the real owners get home. To make sure the seller actually owns the used caravan, make an excuse for them to go into the house and if they refuse, don’t make the deal because you are the one who will get in trouble in this situation.
• ‘Pushed sale’ trick If you have made an appointment to check out a used caravan you are interested in buying, be wary if someone else turns up to view the caravan half way through or if the seller receives a very well-placed phone call within your ear shot. The ‘interested buyer’ may offer more money than has been asked for. These methods are designed to put pressure on you so that you buy the used caravan on impulse without properly checking it out. The ‘interested buyer’ is most likely a relative or friend of the seller. If this happens to you, tell the seller you will get back to them and leave. If you do decide you want the caravan, it will most likely still be there when you call.

While some of these caravan tricks and cons aren’t always obvious straight away, by making yourself aware of them you will help to prevent yourself falling victim to them. Always remember to do your research and ask the relevant questions and your used caravan shopping will go much smoother.