How to choose your first motorhome
- Check your driving license– you may not legally be allowed to drive a motorhome on a standard license. If you passed your test before January 1997 you can drive a motorhome of up to 7500kg on you B+C1 license. Those who passed after this date must pass their C1 test to drive a vehicle heavier than 3500kg.
- Decide where you will store your motorhome- do you really have a safe and secure place to secure your home? Also, check the deeds of the land to ensure that there is nothing preventing you from parking on it.
- Sort out your finances- buying a motorhome can be costly, make sure you have done your research so there will be no hidden costs to catch you out.
- Write a list of priorities- everyone has their own idea of what a motorhome will be to them. Write a list of what you hope to get out of yours so that you can make sure all the boxes are ticked when researching what’s out there.
- Think of the model, layout and size of motorhome you are interested in- the internet is a great resource for you to use when researching what is available on the market and reading reviews.
- Go on a motorhome manoeuvring course- driving a large van can be a scary and daunting concept, specialist course are available to help you build up your confidence before committing to buy, click here for more information.
- Take a few motorhomes on a test drive- before committing to buy a van you need to ensure that you will be comfortable driving it. Consider the size and feel of the van and make sure that you feel in control and safe.
- Rent a van- a motorhome is a big investment so it is important that it really is the one for you. You could rent a van for a while first and see if fulfils all your needs, for more information on renting motorhomes click here.
- Buy your motorhome- once you have found a motorhome you truly like you can either go to a dealer or private seller to make the exciting purchase.
- Get insurance cover- for great value motorhome insurance cover contact the team at coast on 0800 614 849 or visit us online at www.coastinsurance.co.uk
- Enjoy your motorhome!