Taking your motorhome away for weekends in the UK or abroad can be a very enjoyable experience but not everyone can afford to buy a new one (particulary in this current climate).  Buying a second hand motorhome is a great option but if you’re considering buying a second hand vehicle, there are some pitfalls that can easily be avoided.  The team at Sureterm Direct Insurance have put together some helpful tips to guide you through.

• Check the overall condition of the motorhome including the chassis, the underneath, the engine and the motorhomes mileage.
• Check the seals and trims on the outside of the motorhome for cracks, sun damage, knocks and scrapes.
• Inside the motorhome check carpets, cupboards, handles and upholstery, be aware of any personalisation.
• Damp in older motorhomes can be a problem and must be checked for, but can normally be cured. Motorhomes suffering from damp have a distinctive smell, mildew in cupboards is a sign but an inexpensive damp metre is worth having.
• Motorhome floors can de-laminate giving a bouncy feeling, again this can be cured. Wear and tear should be in line with the age of the motorhome.
• Test that all gas/electrical parts are working.
• Get a motorhome or RV insurance quote from Sureterm Direct.  Give the motorhome specialists a call for FREE on 0800 999 2030.  We won’t charge you for the calls but we will save you money on your motorhome and RV insurance.

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