5 Things to Do BEFORE You Buy an RV (After 4 RVs & 135 Defects)

Before you buy your next RV, watch this. It could save you tens of thousands of dollars — and a whole lot of heartache. After 4 RVs and 135+ defects, I've learned the hard way what to check before you ever sign. Here are the 5 things every buyer needs to do before driving off the lot. Do these and you'll dodge the lemons the dealers are hoping you won't notice. 🎯 Want it all in one place? I made a FREE printable, downloadable PDF checklist of everything in this video — no cost, no catch. Grab it at 👉 https://crappyrv.com ⏱️ THE 5 STEPS 0:00 – Why this matters (and what it can cost you) 0:15 – #1: Do your homework — floor plan first, then the manufacturer 1:30 – #2: Inspect the unit yourself, right there on the lot 2:50 – #3: Ask the dealer the hard questions (how old is this rig, really?) 4:25 – #4: Negotiate the price AND the fees — out-the-door only 7:25 – #5: Before you take delivery — get an independent inspector 9:20 – Get your free checklist 🔑 A FEW THINGS YOU'LL LEARN Why you research the floor plan before you ever pick a brand The exact items to run and test before you trust a salesperson How to read the VIN, chassis, and tire dates to find out how long a rig has REALLY been sitting Why MSRP is fiction — and where to actually start your offer How to spot and beat the freight, prep, and doc/admin fees Why "out-the-door price" beats "monthly payment" every time Never accept delivery in the rain or after dark — here's why 🚨 Worried about recalls? Check the live recall list at https://crappyrv.com and drop in your email — if your manufacturer gets a recall, you'll know right away. It's free. We don't make a dime off it. We're not paid by manufacturers. We don't sell RVs. We're just a family that's lived the RV nightmare and wants to help you avoid it. 👉 Subscribe for honest RV ownership reality, and good luck out there! #RV #RVlife #RVbuying #RVtips #CrappyRV #FifthWheel #RVing #TravelTrailer #RVbuyingtips #RVinspection #ColeyBrady #FulltimeRV