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Coachbuilt Vs A Class Whats The Difference

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Coachbuilt vs A-Class: What’s The Difference?

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Posted 17th July 2023

Once you’ve made the decision to buy a motorhome, you then have to decide which one you’re going to spend your money on. There will be plenty which will take your eye – whether on dealer’s websites or forecourts – but is the right one for you actually amongst them? There are various things to consider to ensure you end up with the vehicle most suited to you. You have to think about whether you want to own from brand new or are willing to opt for a pre-owned motorhome. You have to think about which particular model appeals the most, and which you can afford. You have to think about how you will use the motorhome and who will be in it. You also have to think about whether a coachbuilt or an a-class motorhome will suit you best… In this edition of our blog we’ll focus on these different classes of motorhome so that you can work out which best matches your needs, desires and plans.

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Our Top 3 Motorhomes Under 3500kg

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Posted 20th June 2023

Bigger doesn’t necessarily mean best! Motorhomes that clock in at under 3,500kg in weight can be driven right off the forecourt on a standard UK driving licence. This alone makes them the perfect choice for ‘beginners’ or for those couples and families who prefer a more compact and convenient experience. A vehicle above that weight and there are further tests to undertake – and pass! – to gain the correct C1 classification on your driving licence. For many people this is just not a necessary process to go through when a motorhome below 3,500kg doesn’t just provide an adequate experience but an excellent one, perfectly suited to their requirements. Here at Continental, we stock a vast array of lower-weight class motorhomes – new and used – and each one, as we said at the top of this edition of our blog, can be driven straight off the forecourt on a standard UK driving licence. You can browse our website to check out the others, the ones we’ve not had the room to mention here, and if you fancy further details on any of them we’re more than happy to answer any queries you might have. Happy lower-weight class motorhoming! In this edition of our blog, we’ll run through a trio of our true faves – a veritable ‘top of the pops’ of lower-weight class motorhomes…

What Is The Best Motorhome To Buy Second Hand

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What Is The Best Motorhome To Buy Second-Hand?

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Posted 24th May 2023

There’s no doubting that buying a pre-owned motorhome can be a really wise move. You will benefit from the possibilities to stretch your budget that doing so allows. That’s because the motorhomes ‘within your grasp’ financially are likely to be of a higher specification than those you could afford if you bought from new. Here at Continental we stock many ‘pre-loved’ motorhomes, and all of them have plenty to offer potential buyers. In this edition of our blog we’re going to focus in on one or two of our favourite brands and explain why we think they are more than worthy of your attention – and your money, whether you are buying from new or opting for pre-owned! Before we do that, we’re going to offer an overview of the whole happy concept of buying a pre-owned motorhome.

Do Motorhomes Hold Their Resale Value

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Do Motorhomes Hold Their Resale Value?

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Posted 24th April 2023

Put simply, yes they do. Buying a motorhome is quite an investment – and for some people an important part of the purchase is knowing whether they’ll get good money back when it’s time to sell. The answer is that all motorhomes depreciate in the first year following sale from brand new. However, in general they should hold a decent proportion of their value at a resale stage later. Across the board, though, this will depend on various things including the condition. Therefore maintenance and upkeep during a period of ownership is essential. There are other factors, too.

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How Does Selling My Motorhome Work?

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Posted 22nd March 2023

Living the motorhome life is lovely, but it doesn’t last forever. Well, to be more accurate, it can last for as long as you want it to, though it’s pretty much guaranteed that at some point you’ll feel like visiting a motorhome traders and changing your vehicle. So it’s actually the vehicle that doesn’t last forever. You could be looking to sell for the purposes of either upgrading or downsizing to a vehicle more suited to your developing needs. Perhaps you are actually doing neither of these things, and are looking to move the motorhome on because the lifestyle is simply no longer something that appeals, or is something you can manage. Or perhaps you have more immediate financial concerns pressing elsewhere, and selling your motorhome is a way to liquidise a valuable asset and get some much-needed cash into your cashflow! Whatever your reason for selling, there are several different ways you can do it – but by far the easiest and most convenient is to sell to us!

Everything You Need To Know About Motorhome Servicing Article

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A Guide to Motorhome Servicing – Everything You Need to Know

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Posted 21st December 2022

Like every type of vehicle that you own, it’s important to keep on top of the checks, maintenance and servicing that your motorhome requires.

Can Selling Your Motorhome To A We Buy Scheme Really Give You The Best Price Article

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Can Selling Your Motorhome to a We Buy Scheme Really Give you the Best Price?

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Posted 18th November 2022

Whenever you’re looking to sell your motorhome, it’s important to get the best value possible. Whatever your reasons for selling your motorhome, make sure you get the best price and use a method most convenient to you. Here are four solutions for selling your motorhome below:

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Is Selling Your Motorhome Online Safe?

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Posted 4th November 2022

You may be ready for an upgrade, so thinking about selling your motorhome… But figuring out how you can finally part ways with your pride and joy can be a tricky process. Where should you advertise it? Should you send your motorhome to a dealer? How much can you expect to get for your vehicle? These are all questions you may be asking. Of course, you have the freedom to sell your motorhome privately or with a dealership such as ours here at Continental leisure vehicles. So, which option is best? When selling a product online, there’s always the danger of scammers. Selling a motorhome online is no different. Whether you’re advertising online, in a magazine or newspaper, private sales are associated with a number of risks.

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The Importance of Servicing Your Motorhome

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Posted 6th October 2022

1. Why should you service your motorhome? Ensuring that your motorhome undergoes regular servicing is essential for several reasons. In the same way as a car or motorbike, having your motorhome serviced keeps you, your passengers and other road users safe by addressing faults before they become dangerous. Just like other vehicles, motorhomes are subjected to wear and tear. If your motorhome hasn’t been used regularly, a service is important because parts may have become faulty since it was last out on the road. Therefore it’s crucial to get those parts fixed or replaced ahead of your next trip.