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Second hand caravans are a great choice for satisfying budget constraints, being particularly useful for those looking for cheap and easy holidays, or for families who expect the motor-home to be subject to a certain amount of damaging wear and tear. Used caravans can also be bought on the spot, eliminating the waiting times associated with choosing specifications for and manufacturing a new recreational vehicle.

Choosing a second hand caravan, however, requires a little extra thought than purchasing a new model. Used motor-homes can be bought from either dealers or from private sellers. A second hand caravan dealer will usually offer a warranty with the second hand motor-home, guaranteeing that the vehicle is in good working order. Privately sold second hand caravans will usually be cheaper, but will not fulfil the same guarantees. Whether you buy from a dealer or a private seller, it is necessary to check the second hand caravan for defects before purchasing.

When assessing a second hand caravan the seller's description of the vehicle needs to be checked against the actual quality of the motor-home. Crucial elements such as brakes, road lights and appliances all need to checked before purchase to determine whether the vehicle is roadworthy or not. Second hand caravans should also be checked for damp, which can be particularly damaging to the interior of a caravan, as well as expensive to fix.

If you are looking at buying an second hand caravan more than a few years old it is important to check that all parts of the motor-home are intact and in working order, because some parts can be difficult and expensive to source. Once you have made a full assessment of the used caravan, you can start looking forward to your next holiday!