If you’re looking to get a travel trailer, you will want some strategies for narrowing your search. After all, the broadest RV category is “travel trailer”. There are so many models, features, and layouts to choose from that it can become overwhelming.
Here at Pete’s RV Center, we strive to make your life easier. We’ve gathered up the following tips for finding your perfect RV. If you have questions or want to explore travel trailers for sale in New England, head over to our RV dealership. We proudly serve those throughout New England. Our dealerships are based in South Windsor, Connecticut, South Burlington, Vermont, and Plainville, Massachusetts. We also proudly serve those in Worcester, Massachusetts, Manchester, New Hampshire, and Albany, New York.
1. Set Your Price Limit
The starting price for a new travel trailer can be anywhere from a few thousand dollars to over $100,000. Think about how much you want to invest in your purchase. That way, you can eliminate models from your search that are outside of your price range. It’ll also help you get the highest quality model that you can afford.
If you want to stretch your budget further, there are a few strategies. You can buy a new travel trailer, but from an older year. A new 2018 travel trailer, for example, will be more affordable than a new 2021 model. Another approach is to buy during the off-season when dealerships tend to offer great deals. Or you can use depreciation in your favor and get a used model, which will be significantly cheaper compared to a new model.
2. Pick Your Tow Vehicle
Travel trailers rely on a bumper pull hitch, which gives you the widest range of tow vehicle options. You aren’t stuck only using a pickup truck. Instead, you can use anything from a minivan to an SUV.
Decide what tow vehicle you will use, then look up its towing capacity. Remember that the vehicle’s weight limit includes the weight of any passengers and cargo, not just the RV. Once you know the towing capacity, you can shop travel trailers that fall well within those weight restrictions.
3. Decide The Number Of Travelers
Some travel trailers only fit one or two passengers. Others fit groups of up to ten people. Think about how large your group will be, then shop travel trailers accordingly.
You’ll also want to consider what types of sleeping accommodations you want. Travel trailers can include anything from a convertible sleeper sofa to a private master bedroom. Take into account the passengers’ comfort and privacy needs. Your kids may be fine on the sleeper sofa, but your aging parents may benefit from a private bedroom with an extra comfortable mattress.
4. Choose A Travel Trailer Manufacturer
Different travel trailer manufacturers specialize in different types of travel experiences. You can pick the manufacturer that best matches your lifestyle and shop their travel trailers for sale. It’ll help reduce the number of models to a more manageable number of choices.
For example:
Jayco:
- is the top-selling travel trailer brand
- specializes in crafting models that are easy to tow and set up
- is perfect for first-time RV owners
Airstream®
- is known for its iconic and eye-catching aluminum exterior
- is perfect for those who want to stand out
Keystone RV:
- is the top-selling RV manufacturer in North America
- specializes in high-quality and long-lasting models
- is perfect for those who travel often
Ready to shop travel trailers for sale in New England? Check out the selection at Pete’s RV Center. Our friendly staff is happy to answer questions and give advice, making it easy to find your perfect fit. We proudly serve those in all of New England, including those in Worcester, Massachusetts, Manchester, New Hampshire, and Albany, New York. Stop by your nearest location today!
