GORV - Digital Magazine Issue #34 | Page 36

RV FEATURE SIX BERTHS… TICK! BUYING A NEW VAN? GREAT! THIS EVALUATION AND COMPARISON CHECKLIST MAY HELP YOU IN YOUR SEARCH. It’s time. The urge to buy a new van has become too strong to ignore. You have a budget and the finance is sorted. What a wonderful feeling. But… wait. The last thing you want is to be pushed into buying the wrong van, one that makes the manufacturer more money and leaves you wondering what the heck happened. Don’t get us wrong: there are lots of terrific sales staff in this industry with a genuine interest in helping their customers find the best van for them. Remember: it’s your money. Don’t allow anyone to pressure you. Don’t be afraid to walk away. And why not bring someone who will help you stay level-headed, someone who has no emotional investment in the process and who will whisper in your ear if something seems too good to be true? Buying a new van is rewarding and, if you get it right, it’ll bring you years of priceless memories. However, it is important to approach your purchase in a hard-headed manner. You’ve heard the advice before. Do your research. Go to the RV shows. Ask lots of questions. Ad nauseam. So instead, we’re giving you this checklist, devised by the Caravan Council of Australia, to help you evaluate and compare various makes and models of RV, with the aim of ensuring you end up with the right rig for you. DOWNLOAD FREE CHECKLIST DOWNLOAD: EVALUATE & COMPARE 36 \