Buying an RV camper? Help is here!
Camping is LOTS of fun and a great family (or individual) lifestyle – whether as a weekend warrior or as a full time traveler, but lets face it, the process of selecting and buying a camper has many potential pitfalls.
In an industry where MOST RV campers (trailers and motorhomes) are built to very low standards and many dealers resort to actions that are designed to simply extract more of your hard earned money from you there has to be a better way!
RV Buying Guide…
RV Across America(.net) Concierge RV Buying (and selling) Service
Allow me to introduce you to our Concierge RV Buying (and Selling) Service. Looking to buy a camper (trailer or motorhome) but you’re not sure which brands (manufacturers) are best to go with, what length is optimal for your use, and the relative attributes of various floor plans?
RV Concierge Service – Have an RV Buying Guide “by your side”…
We’re here to help you with the process by becoming your “guide by your side” and when it comes to identifying “the one” that meets your needs (and budget), we’re here to act as your negotiator and more!
Simply put, with our RV Buying Service we will assist you at all stages of the purchase – including navigating the myriad of fees some dealers try to charge and… advising you on what offers the dealer may present at your closing that you should consider or reject outright – and what these offers should cost. (Be sure to check our reviews at the end of this post.)
During our initial conversation, we will discuss your wants, needs and budget, along with the geographic reach of our search for your new (or used) camper. We will have a frank discussion about which campers (brands) are well made and which are worth avoiding with no bias of having inventory on one particular lot that’s “gotta go.”
You see, when it comes to finding the RIGHT camper for you, we’re not limited to any one dealer and the campers on their lot – our search for your ideal camper can be nationwide if you like! We’re also going to have a talk about “new” vs. “used” campers and which path may be best for you.
When it comes to camping and RV campers – we have experience
Alan, the developer of our RV Buying Service has been a full time traveler since December 2011 and has been active in RV Consulting and Sales for the past 9 years now. He knows which campers are worth your hard earned money – and which are not AND what you should be paying for it – whether new or used.
To learn more about the camper Alan selected for himself AND what he looked at in its design and engineering that matters – click HERE. To gain a sense of who Alan is and his depth of knowledge and experience, please review the posts right here on RV Across America.net
Through our RV Buying Service, we WILL negotiate the BEST deal for you on the camper YOU want.
We will contact the seller (whether it’s a dealer OR private individual) on your behalf and simply put, get you the BEST possible deal. We will also advise you on after-market options – you know, the ones you’re hit with in the dealers finance office. Some are worth considering, some are not. We can also provide advice on obtaining a RV loan and what a good loan looks like.
Our Concierge Buying (and Selling) Service can literally save you thousands.
Quoting Alan, “Effectively, what I do is become your advisor and your advocate. Unlike an rv salesman, I do not have any inventory staring at me outside my office – so when we talk, I help you identify the right camper for YOUR needs – and in doing so, avoid all the absolute JUNK made in this industry (especially in the towable world.)
Our Concierge RV Buying Service Fee…
Our fee? Its simple – $625. one time fee and we become your consultant, ‘your guide by your side, who also has your back’, and negotiator through the entire buying process! Interested? Contact us at traveler@rvacrossamerica.net or text us at 307 269 2546 and we will call you back.
Selling a Camper?
Lastly, if you have a camper and want to sell it, don’t trade it in and lose big time on a dealer’s offer. Dealers often “hide” what they’re really giving you for your trade!) We will get you far more by selling it privately.
Here’s how it works – you supply us photos of your camper, we will have a frank discussion to set a realistic price for your camper and then we will proceed to post effectively worded and structured ads for you to get it sold.
The prospective buyers initial contact will come to us. We will answer the prospective buyers questions and screen them to insure they’re serious AND qualified – and NOT scammers! For those who are, we will pass them onto you to let them see the camper. When it comes to negotiation, we’re there to assist right up to the point where the buyer is handing you cash! Our fee for selling your camper is a one time $850. fee (may be less depending upon the type of advertising required to sell your camper.)
A special offer if you’re SELLING then BUYING…
If you’re looking to sell your camper and then buy a new camper, we will handle both transactions for a fee of $1350. (may be less depending upon the type of advertising required to sell your camper.)
Does our Concierge Buying and Selling service sound fair to you?
Feel free to contact us at traveler@rvacrossamerica.net or via text at 307 269 2546.
A Big thankyou to Alan for successfully finding a solid buyer for my RV. Could I have sold it on my own…yes. BUT here is way it was so worth it.
1. His expertise in the market…He gave me a realistic view of where we were NOW for buying and selling.
2. A well written straight forward and honest Ad that attacted buyers.
3. Worked with me to looking at “my trailer” with the positives and negatives.
4. Most of all the stress of Alan work made the process just about non-existant. Weeding out scammers and finding serious buyers.
Thank You
Alan
Thanks Barbara for an open and honest assessment. Al
We used Al’s services for buying our first travel trailer. Could not have been a better investment-worth every penny. He was readily available to answer all our newbie questions. We are 6000 miles in and are confident he steered us right!
Laura, thanks so much for your kind words! Enjoy your trailer. Safe travels. Al
We so much appreciated all the information and assistance in finding the right 5th wheel RV for our needs. Alan has such a vast knowledge of the buying process as well as quality and options of models available. He was able to help us acquire a higher quality product that even was under our total budget. It was so nice to have his calm voice to help us when anxiety built up in us. With the whole process behind us, we have the confidence that we have exactly what we were looking for. Whether it’s your first purchase, (like us) or you are an experienced RV’r, I would absolutely recommend Alan’s services to anyone buying any type of RV!
Matt and Sara,
Thanks and best wishes in your travels and with your band!
Al
Ditto!
Alan helped us with the purchase and sale of our RV. We needed a RV to live in while we built our new house. Knowing very little about RVs we would have spent lots of time trying to figure out what to buy. Alan took all the frustration out of the equation for us. We had a telephone conversation to discuss our needs, then very quickly Alan sent us 14 potential RVs to review for purchase. We picked the one we wanted and Alan negotiated the purchase for us. A little over a year later it was time to sell. I contacted Alan, we discussed the sales price, Alan placed ads for the sale of the RV. A short time later Alan contacted us with a potential purchaser and we completed the sale of our RV. I don’t think there is a better way to buy or sell a RV. I 100% recommend using Alan. Everything worked out extremely well. Alan made things very easy for us and we very much appreciate it.
Kurt,
Thanks for your kind words. I’m glad it was the right camper for your needs and we were able to recover most of your investment when the camper sold. Al
Alan’s expertise and personalized support were invaluable for me in getting a camper that I’m very happy with. I was not the easiest client, frequently changing my plans and goals. Alan hung in with me and helped me zero in on the unit that is right for me. And he not only helped me buy the right unit. He also helped me work through many challenging details that arose in my first weeks of ownership. It’s hard to imagine having gone through the whole process of buying my first RV without his support. He’s a great guy–very knowledgeable and truly enjoys helping people get into the RV life. Thank you Alan!!
Paul, right back at ya! Enjoy your camper in good health and stay in touch. Al
We used the sell/buy service Al offers and it is well worth it. We would recommend it to anyone who is interested in either or both services. Thanks Al!
Gary & Bev,
Thanks, and best wishes as you move forward!
Al
Do you need this service? It can’t hurt. Is it worth it? 100% You’re ready to lay down some serious coin; get what you want for the price you want.
About us: We have had several RVs. We, like most families, find ourselves busy with life. We were in the market for a new Class A MH. Diesel? Gasser? Bunks for the kids (under 15)? Office space for work (we are not full-timers)? There is so much out there. I try to steer clear of Thor products. Sorry Thor, past experiences lead me to that conclusion. Are we ready for a diesel? Do we need a diesel? I am a fan of the F53 chassis because I can actually work on it, if needed.
Needless, to say, We passed along our wish list to Alan and said, “give us a recommendation”. Alan, took the information and came up with more questions and then, recommended a few coaches. We also conducted our own research and asked him to contact the sellers.
He does the leg work and writes a thorough report. We were able to read at our own pace. Additional questions? No problem. Time is money and Alan gives us that time back.
Did I annoy Alan? Probably. However, he took it in stride. I have a lot of questions and do a lot of research. I also talk a lot. Alan is informative and a good listener. He also challenges you when you get too “pie in the sky”.
We actually purchased the first RV he recommended. Why? Because it fit our needs today. Would we use Alan again? Without a doubt. He knows RVs and will zealously represent you through the close.
In short, you would be hard-pressed not to use his services. This small investment could save you thousands down the road. If nothing else, Alan knows the industry and is a joy to speak with.
Happy (new) coach owners,
The Millers
*As we speak, the coach is packed, the motorcycle loaded, the Jeep in tow. All I need now is to load up the family and go!
Hank,
thanks so much for such a thorough analysis of the process. enjoy your travels!
Al
We used Allan’s buying and selling Concierge Service both to purchase our, new to us, fifth wheel and to sell our travel trailer. I have followed the rvacrossamerica website for years and always knew that if and when I was able to upgrade to a fifth wheel, I would utilize the buying and selling concierge service. I did, and I was not disappointed. As anticipated, Al is a virtual cornucopia of RV buying and selling knowledge. He was laser focused on our interests and eliminated the stress that is typically experienced by a novice like me when buying/selling an RV. In terms of “the bottom line”, the fee for Al’s services was nowhere near the economic gain we realized as a result of Al’s efforts. We highly recommend Allan’s buying and selling concierge service. Thank you Al.
Phil and Cathy,
Thanks so much for your kind words. I truly hope you have years of good health and travel in your current 5th wheel that we negotiated for you. Feel free to stay in touch and know that I’m here should issues arise. Al
Using Alan’s service to sell my fifth wheel simplified the process. I liked that he screened all interested buyers and I didn’t have to worry if they were qualified for a larger purchase. He gave timely updates as to the status of listings and further outreach efforts to get the camper sold. I also liked that the fee was ‘indefinite’ until the camper sells. Take the hassle out of selling a camper RV yourself and hire Alan.
Thanks so much Bo for your kind words and assessment of my service!
We were referred to Al by a friend who also used his services. As beginners to RV life we knew absolutely nothing and Al was patient, knowledgeable, and kind throughout the process. He did an immense amount of research to find us the PERFECT 5th wheel and then he was able to secure it for us at an extremely reasonable price. I cannot recommend Al’s services enough. If you are on the fence, give him a shot. He will certainly WOW you.
Andrew,
Thanks for your kind words. Best wishes to you and your wife as you travel and enjoy your ‘new to you’ 5th wheel.
Al
Alan Sills is truly a subject matter expert, when it comes to all things RV and the RV life-style. He was very helpful in helping us to get our RV sold. His experience; sage advice and guidance proved very help in navigating the uncharted waters of selling our RV. We highly recommend using Alan’s RVAcrossAmerica.net concierge service for buying, or selling your RV.
Thank you, Alan
Mike and Sherry W.
Florida
Mike,
Thank you for your kind words. Best wishes for your future plans.
Al
As a newcomer to the travel trailer world, I couldn’t figure out what the best option among thousands might be. Alan provided exactly that direction — and voice of experience — that I needed to make a good buying decision. And that’s exactly what happened. My wife and I have been very pleased with the choice we made with Alan’s help — for a very reasonable fee. Thank you, sir!
Dale, you’re a scholar and a gentleman! Enjoy your camper with your family in good health. Al