Your Guide to Buying a Travel Trailer

If you are thinking about purchasing a towable RV for your family, you might want to get a travel trailer. These are lightweight and easy-to-handle recreational vehicles, and their bumper pull hitch allows you to attach them to passenger vehicles, including pickup trucks, SUVs, and sedans. However, buying a travel trailer can be more challenging than you think. You will need to consider various things like your budget, your family’s comfort, and your preferred brand, among other factors. Don’t worry if you are unsure where to begin—we have you covered.

As your local camper dealer, we at Baydo’s RV Center know a thing or two about buying a travel trailer, and our experts have discussed a few strategies to follow. Read on to learn more, and for more information, contact our dealership in Fife or Milton, WA.

Plan a Budget

Although travel trailers are more affordable than fifth wheels, some luxury models can be expensive. It helps knowing how much you can set aside for buying an RV to avoid making too many financial adjustments. We suggest you crunch a few numbers first to see how much you can spend on getting your preferred model and then explore the options at a dealership. You will want to ensure that your budget includes registration, insurance, and fuel costs for a more realistic estimation.

Consider Your Tow Vehicle

Next, you will want to consider the weight handling capacity of your passenger vehicle, which you intend to use for hauling your travel trailer. Check your commuter vehicle's GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) before exploring travel trailers it can handle. Ideally, you will want to factor in the weight of your travel trailer, cargo, and any passengers in the vehicle to determine the payload it can support safely. Make sure you don’t exceed the limit, or you might put your safety and the safety of others on the road at risk.

Factor in the Size of Your Group

Another thing to consider when buying a travel trailer is the size of your traveling party. As your camper is your home on wheels, you will want to pick a spacious and comfortable model for your family.

We often suggest that our customers purchase an RV with sufficient space for each family member with a few extra berths for guests. This will help your family travel comfortably without feeling cramped.

Now that you are more familiar with the strategies to buy a travel trailer, you are ready to explore a few models yourself. Visit Baydo’s RV Center, where we have an impressive collection of travel trailers for sale. Our friendly team can give you a complete tour of the available options and suggest models that suit your budget and unique requirements. You will find us in Fife and Milton, WA, proudly serving our patrons from Tacoma, so reach out today.