When considering purchasing a static caravan or upgrading your existing model, many people are unsure of whether to shop for a brand new or pre-owned model. Although buying any type of static caravan is a good investment, budget is inevitably the most distinguishing factor between the two choices – a pre-owned static caravan will typically be cheaper than a brand-new model. When it comes to value for money however, both new and pre-owned models have advantages and disadvantages.
One of the first questions to ask yourself is what is the static caravan for? Will it be mainly used as a holiday getaway destination, or as a second home to be used by you and your family? Are you buying to let? If this is the case, then it is vital to check with the park management team if this is permitted – many parks do not allow the letting of caravans.
Specifications – a new static caravan will be of a higher specification, kitted out with the latest fittings and fixtures and a sparkling brand-new interior that nobody else has used before. Pre-owned static caravans can vary considerably in terms of interior quality – some are in excellent condition, whereas others may be more dated in terms of aesthetics.
When it comes to choice there is generally a greater selection of pre-owned static caravans than brand new ones, making it better for those shopping on a budget. The shopping experience for a new model, however, is generally much easier and smoother.
New static caravans come with a warranty, providing peace pf mind for a longer period of time – it is always a good idea to check exactly what the warranty covers, in terms of types of repairs and so forth. Many pre-owned static caravans may also still be under warranty, although this may be for a shorter period of time.
Other considerations – it is a good idea to weigh up all the costs, not only the cost of the initial purchase but also the ongoing annual running expenses, including park fees and maintenance. Park fees are a type of rent charged for the pitch of the static caravan, use of the facilities and security amongst other things. It is generally in the region of between £2000 to £5000 per annum, some parks may charge slightly lower rates and other more luxury parks may charge around £10000 depending on the location. Other ongoing costs will include gas and electricity. Gas is typically purchased through the park or a local supplier in bottles and electricity is connected to the mains and charged at the rates of the supplier.
A pre-owned static caravan is invariably cheaper than buying one that is brand new and in the case of a resale, less money will be lost, making it a good option for first time buyers that may still be deciding if ownership of a static caravan will be in their long-term plans. It is often more straightforward in terms of set up as there will be no unexpected delivery delays or manufacturing supply issues, it will be easy to simply move into your caravan on its park or to have it relocated to another park.
Presteigne Holiday Park is located on an expansive site that encloses scenic forest walks rich in nature and in wildlife, in the beautiful Mid Wales countryside. We offer a wide range of both new and pre-owned static caravans for sale at various price points to suit different budgets. For more information on buying a static caravan or on any of our other services, get in touch today.
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