Motorhome Purchase Service
Choosing a model, finding suitable options, communicating with dealers and assisting with purchase paperwork.
Deciding on a Vehicle
If you aren’t sure what vehicle to go for then we can help advise on manufacturers and models that may suit as well as checking their availability.
View our motorhomes currently for sale.
It is also possible to purchase through any other dealer in France. We have at least some experience of most dealerships and can direct you to the most reputable and reliable.
New Orders
If your schedule allows you also have the option to put in a custom order for a new motorhome completely bespoke to your requirements. Current waiting times are normally around 6 months. No fixed delivery dates are given ahead of time so some trip planning flexibility can be necessary.
Payload
An important consideration is payload — how much weight your motorhome can legally carry. We outline all the key points regarding how much payload you need and what the rules are.
Making Contact & Arranging the Sale
Culturally in France it can be difficult to get a response to emails and a phone call is often required to make the initial enquiry.
As part of the service we will make contact with any external dealers, ask the questions you may have, arrange a viewing if required and assist with all the paperwork involved.
Purchase Methods
Clients have three main ways to secure a vehicle depending on what you are most comfortable with:
1. No financial commitment
Hire a car or motorhome on arrival in France and view previously identified vehicles in person.
2. Secure with deposit
Deposit amounts are typically 10% which will reserve you a vehicle for up to 4 weeks. You will sign a sales document with the dealer and pay in full on inspection.
3. Purchase in full
Whilst uncomfortable for some, this is the most common method with the main benefit being that all the registration paperwork and vehicle preparation can be completed before you arrive.
Vehicle Inspections
For an additional fee, we can have an external nationwide company travel to the motorhome you are interested in and produce an inspection report attesting to its current condition. This is most appropriate for older vehicles with higher kms. If buying new or fairly new from a dealer, existing laws mean you are well protected and post-purchase issues are extremely rare.
Pick-up Day
Included in the service is assistance on the day you collect your vehicle. Language assistance at the dealership, video translations during the explanation of the vehicle, reviewing legal documents, appointment scheduling, travel arrangements and insurance activation questions.
Insurance
Prior to committing to a vehicle, we will arrange an insurance quote for you with our contacts at AXA or Allianz. Both agencies are English speaking and will complete the policy details with you direct.
Pricing
In most cases the service fee is 1,500 €. Please get in touch for a specific quote detailing the proposed vehicle value, weight category and specifications required.