Foreclosure Auctions: The Source Of Cheap Repo Motor Homes


Have you decided to buy a motor home and searching for one at a reasonably low price? Well, you might want to look for such at certain auctions where they offer repo motor homes at the cheapest prices.

You do not need to buy a brand new motor home at its full and very steep price relying on credit, especially with the present state of the economy. People are continuously being laid off and those whose credit statuses are good now find it tough to make their regular monthly payments for their purchased motor homes.

Bank and home repos have now steadily increased in numbers for the past couple of years. As such, there is an abundant supply of repo RVs being put up for sale during foreclosure auctions. You will surely find many great choices from among a huge selection at very low prices. A typical repo motor home for sale at a foreclosure auction is usually sold at 50 – 80% below the suggested retail prices of brand new ones in the market.

If you worry about the general quality of these repo RVs, well generally, they are in reasonably good condition and have been tended well by its previous owner. However, steer clear from ones, which were lied in for long periods and with declared problems.

Auctions with motor homes for sale may happen on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis. Each state has a different policy on the bidding process as well as the persons with the right to bid on these auctions. Look for local RV or motor home magazines to find auction advertisements. You can also check out these auction announcements at your local credit unions and lending institutions. Dealers of motor homes also have knowledge when these auctions would be held.

Through these ads or announcements, you will learn when and where they will be held. If you are intent on bidding, then you must familiarize yourself with the rules according to your state or locality. Know far ahead if it would be a live or silent auction and if you are qualified to bid and how you can place your bid. It is also important to know when you will have to pay if ever you win the bid.

On some auctions, bidders are already required to pay in full while on some, down payment is required. You also need to inquire if you can inspect the motor home to be auctioned before you buy it and set an appointment. Remember that some of these repo RVs being sold do not have a warranty since its good condition during the time of auction is guaranteed. You might also want to verify if the unit is still under factory warranty.

Once you have decided to bid for a repo motor home during a RV auction, make sure that you have determined your choice unit’s approximate value as your reference point during the entire bidding process. This will keep you from overbidding. Remember not to go overboard because you have become emotional during the process.

Finally, before you put your finger on the unit you want to bid for, it is best to go to some of the auctions first.