HRVC's Recreation Vehicle Trade-In Evaluation Form

  • HRVC's Recreation Vehicle Trade-In Evaluation Form

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    A "Blind trade" definition is:  A dealer not being able to inspect the RV/Vehicle prior to giving an estimated trade value and just using the owner's information to provide a value.

    Howard RV Center may NOT be willing to give a "Blind trade" value if:

    • The RV is over 5 years old
    • There any is interior or exterior damage to the RV, other than minor light scratches or small chips in paint (chips must be smaller that 2mm)
    • If the interior has been altered from original design (changed interior bed design, changed furniture, flooring, and/or major décor changes)  NOTE: Original manufacturer's condition will usually bring a higher value
    • There is any water damage to the RV (i.e. soft floors, walls, roof, mold/mildew smells in RV or cargo compartments) due to plumbing &/or rain leaks
    • If the exterior is faded and/or if the paint or decals are peeling
    • If there are any body dents and/or bubbles in the sidewalls (aka Delamination)
    • Miles over 60k

    **A manager must physically inspect the RV if there is any of the above. Otherwise, the estimated value could vary 10% to 30% (or more)

    PLEASE NOTE: The dealership would not be interested in taking the RV in on trade if it is in Fair/Poor condition and has some of these items, as listed above, that are moderate to severe.  We do not have a market for AS-IS damaged RVs.   

    Typical RV Trade-in Condition:

    < 3%     Are in Excellent to Pristine Condition (No signs of wear or defects, looks almost new inside and out, likely garage kept, no service work or reconditioning needs to be done to put it up for sale)

    22%      Are in Great Condition (Shows light signs of wear, no signs of damage in interior, no defects, no fading, decals in good condition, may have some minor small chips in paint (no scratches or dents), no rust, no unusual wear or stains on upholstery, All tires are under 4 years of age and have 50% or more of tread left)

    50%      Are in Good Condition (May have some signs of interior leaks that have been repaired well and are barely visible, roof & or side sealants need peel & re-seal, some lighlty faded paint and/or fiberglass, a few light scratches or very small dents, slightly faded cracked decals, light rust on frame and hitch aera, some signs of light to medium wear on upholstery, RV likely needs tires due to age or wear,)  

    25%      Are in Fair to Poor Condition (Signs of body damage, some interior water damage, faded exterior, peeling and/or cracked decals, rust frame, jacks, and/or hitch, and some equipment may not be working as designed)

    Some factors that will affect value:

    • Higher mileage, over the average, per JD Power Value Guide
    • Previous damage that has or has not been repaired (Will greatly affect value if over 25% of the value at the time of damage)
    • Issues noted on a CarFax (Motorhomes only)
    • Some appliances, generator, and/or other power electronics not working as designed
    • Interior décor and/or furniture was altered and not original design
    • Dents in body and/or delamination (bubbles) in fiberglass body
    • Water/Leak damage to interior and/or exterior
    • Pet hair visible inside, around and under furniture, Odor of pet, odor of mold/mildew, odor of smoking inside the RV

    *All Blind trade-in values are only an estimate only.  The RV/Vehicle will need to be inspected at the dealership prior to doing any paperwork or purhchase. 

     

    Please fill out this Blind Trade-in form to evaluate your vehicle for trade-in.

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