Hi All,
I’m planning to buy a used camper and I have noticed that there is great choice on Ebay, with campers that meet my requirements being based in different countries. (I’m based in Ireland). I’m considering arranging to buy one from the comfort of my laptop, without test driving and only travelling to pick the vehicle up.
The advantages of this approach include:
1. I can potentially find a bargain by underbidding on a number of vehicles.
2. As already stated, the choice would be considerably greater.
The disadvantages include:
1. Without test driving, I would lose a deposit if my bid was successful and I decided not to proceed with buying the vehicle.
2. Without test driving, I am more likely to end up with a crock/banger.
(I could potentially get around these disadvantages by ensuring the vehicle has a valid MOT (or equivalent) and ensuring the seller is a regular Ebay seller with plenty of positive feedback)
If anyone has any other information that I should take into account before deciding on this approach, that would be most welcome.
Thanks In Advance for all responses.
I’m planning to buy a used camper and I have noticed that there is great choice on Ebay, with campers that meet my requirements being based in different countries. (I’m based in Ireland). I’m considering arranging to buy one from the comfort of my laptop, without test driving and only travelling to pick the vehicle up.
The advantages of this approach include:
1. I can potentially find a bargain by underbidding on a number of vehicles.
2. As already stated, the choice would be considerably greater.
The disadvantages include:
1. Without test driving, I would lose a deposit if my bid was successful and I decided not to proceed with buying the vehicle.
2. Without test driving, I am more likely to end up with a crock/banger.
(I could potentially get around these disadvantages by ensuring the vehicle has a valid MOT (or equivalent) and ensuring the seller is a regular Ebay seller with plenty of positive feedback)
If anyone has any other information that I should take into account before deciding on this approach, that would be most welcome.
Thanks In Advance for all responses.