I want to buy an RV to live in during economy, but have never driven, and the RV would be moved by someone w/a license.

[1ndnvr]

Is what I'd like to do even possible?<br>The rent market in Denver right now is terribly inflated.&nbsp; I've been paying, in rent and for a dive, as much as I did for a mortgage prior to the recession, which I had to give up/loose back then and look for cheap rent.&nbsp; So, I was thinking about buying a used mobile home or RV (pref RV for being easier to move) to live in until I can save more money and the market turns.&nbsp; However, I've never driven to get any license, and wont since I have seizures.&nbsp; Any RV or mobile home would be driven/moved by someone else with a license, but owned and lived in by myself.......but is this even possible?&nbsp; or do you have to possess a drivers license to even buy either or?&nbsp; To make very clear - I would never be the driver of the vehicle, just the owner and resident.&nbsp; Is anyone familiar enough to enlighten me on possibilities or if impossible?

 

[mockturtle]

No, you don't need a driver's license to buy an RV.&nbsp; And there are people who, for a fee, will move your RV to where you want it parked.&nbsp;

 

[1ndnvr]

Thanks for the response - If I can buy w/out a drivers license, my life will be made.&nbsp; So can I ask another question:&nbsp; What does someone without license do for plates/registration etc?&nbsp; I found a 1985 Ford Lindy for sale, very affordable - w/kitchen/bath - but the pics show plates.....and I've always associated plates with license and registration.&nbsp; Thanks for any info.

 

[VanLifeCrisis]

I don't believe you need a license to register the vehicle.&nbsp; You can always call your local DMV and ask though.&nbsp;

 

[WheelEstate USA]

Since you aren't going to be driving the rig I would recommend getting a trailer/5th wheel. No sense in paying for a motor, etc and you'll have more room for the same footage. You'll get more for your money too. Four trailer tires are cheaper than six motorhome tires when that time comes also. Think about a bunch of mechanical stuff that just sits there deteriorating and you go to move it only to find the fuel pump or alternator, or tranny pump is shot and needs repair to move the sucker. Just doesn't make sense to me to have a motorbox that's not gonna run down the road. <br><br>In most parks there will be someone who will pull the unit for the cost of fuel and a few bucks for their time. You might even find someone with a little land you can park it on pretty cheap. <br><br>As far as license plates, I think you only need a temporary 3 day to move a trailer...at least that's what I did in Arizona when I had mine. I don't know about your state, but DMV rules often differ greatly between a motorhome and a trailer. That's something you'll need to check, but most of the yo-yos at the DMV office don't know their...well, guess I better watch my mouth, LOL. I'll simply say, if it stays parked I don't think you need a tag on a trailer.<br><br>How much room do you think you need??

 

[1ndnvr]

That's all good info to have.&nbsp; I was thinking a motor home could be more readily and immediately moved - but what you mention makes sense.&nbsp; I've never looked into any of this, and I also still have to find out how to pump in/hook up/etc for water/electric/gas - all which I know nothing about yet.&nbsp; I'm just fed up with rent rates, and not having my own place.&nbsp; So the idea of my own place again, and one that I can also move (have driven/moved) when nec sounded really good.&nbsp; I don't need a lot of space - I'd rather have the 2 burner stove top than 4 (everything I've pulled up save 1 has been 4 though).<br>Would like more storage area, and space for beading and all of my beads (I'm a beader/crafter)...I'm noticing space footage matters less than layout.&nbsp; I'd love to hear anything more you care to share - since, as I said, this is all completely new to me.

 

[WheelEstate USA]

Lets say you got a 28' motorhome...the driver area/motor/hood would take up about a half dozen feet as compared to the same length trailer. This equates to more living space and more storage, and usually for less money.<br><br>Hooking up to services is a breeze. Whoever moves the unit can most likely fix you up in short order. If you find a place where you will stay a long time you might want to bring water in and sewage out with PVC piping rather than hoses that are used in more temporary situations. A few blocks under the frame and you have a nice stable home. <br><br>4 burner stove?? Put a metal cookie sheet over the back 2 burners and you have more counter space and a 2 burner stove. I wouldn't let that be a deal breaker.<br>You do want to make sure there are no roof leaks and no spongy floors. Look under cabinets for mildew/mold. Make sure fridge and everything works. Take time and look it over good. Take a friend, extra eyes and all that.<br><br>Make notes and then come back here with any questions or concerns before buying.<br><br>I guess wishing you good luck and happy hunting is about all I can do now unless you have something else on your mind <img src="/images/boards/smilies/thumb.gif" class="emoticon bbc_img"><br>I'm going to bed.

 

[RV-Kitty]

Don't buy a motorhome if you don't drive. It's not good for them to sit for months and years not being moved. You also lose space as someone else mentioned.&nbsp; Go with a used 5th wheel or Travel-trailer.&nbsp; You'll get more bang for your bucks with a 5th wheel.&nbsp; There are people who do nothing else for a living but move trailers and mobile homes around for owners who don't drive or who don't have a powerful enough vehicle to move them themselves.

 

[mockturtle]

I agree that a trailer would be your best bet and probably a travel trailer, rather than a fifth wheel, would suit your needs better.&nbsp; Plus, it could be towed without having the necessary fifth wheel hardware in the&nbsp; truck.&nbsp;

 

[lampliter]

Small and simple.

 

[1ndnvr]

Well, I just bought a 1975 Road Runner travel trailer,&nbsp; 16'...19' w/tip out.&nbsp; I loved all that I saw while looking it over, and it had a good feeling to it from the first moment - but can anyone tell me anything about what I just bought beyond what I noticed about liking it?&nbsp; I tried researching them prior, but didn't pull anything up really.&nbsp; I know it's a heavier model - 5000 lbs, where newer are lighter - but I did like the sturdy feel in this case, especially being so small and all, and the winds that sometimes come.....don't know if there are drawbacks or things to be aware of though.&nbsp; Any familiarity and feedback?&nbsp;

 

[RV-Kitty]

&gt;That is heavy for a TT only 19' long.&nbsp;&nbsp; Remember too that the bigger and HEAVIER the RV, the bigger and stronger the vehicle needed to tow it.&nbsp;

 

[1ndnvr]

I said that I know 5000 lb....... I should have said they said around 5000.....that if a newer version of the same was 3000 this would be about 5000.&nbsp; But it is a little bitty thing, with tip out that sounds like makes it the 19' from the initially stated 16'.&nbsp; I found an online pictured older year, and without tip out (is not the one I'm buying),&nbsp; but otherwise very similar design inside and out at http://boise.craigslist.org/rvs/3757459250.html&nbsp; Again, this isn't the one I bought, but a few yrs older and slightly smaller for no tip out.&nbsp; Does that look like a 5000 lb trailer?&nbsp; I really did fall in love on sight with the one I'm getting........but like I said, couldn't find any info for research online prior.&nbsp; I'd love to hear any detail/info on it from anyone familiar with them.&nbsp; Thanks

 

[RV-Kitty]

The page is no longer there.&nbsp; What year is the TravelTrailer and what is the name of it?&nbsp; Or are you talking about a small motor-home (Class-C).&lt;/p&gt;

 

[1ndnvr]

Hmm- here it is again in case I didn't copy a last digit or something: <br>http://boise.craigslist.org/rvs/3757459250.html<br>I just checked it - again, it's older and more used than mine, but same length and shape.<br>The one I bought/am picking up is a '75 Road Runner.&nbsp; From the outside looks like a little silver/white box, inside has the convertible space from storage to bunk bed, booth to bunks etc. bathroom includes sink toilet and shower....and this one has a....what did I call it, the pull out that folds in to the middle while pulling, but extends the booth area out width-wise once parked.&nbsp; I hear the maker is no longer around??? Maybe that's why so hard to find anything on it?

 

[RV-Kitty]

To: 1ndnvr<br><br>OK, I saw it this time.&nbsp;<img src="/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif" class="emoticon bbc_img"> I've met people living in these and similar small TTs. If everything works in the one you bought, and there are no leaks, you should be fine.&nbsp;&nbsp; The only high cost you will have is for heat in the winter time, depending on where you live.&nbsp; I don't understand what you mean about the thing that pulls out. Is it made of canvas?

 

[1ndnvr]

They called it a tip out, and it's hard not canvas.&nbsp; It can't stay in/up and you still be able to walk around inside w/any ease.&nbsp; So it's folded up/in for pulling to wherever, and then unlatched and rocked/rotated/tipped back out w/a support placed under it to prevent the entire unit from tipping over should much weight be in it...... creating a side extension right where the booth (across from the kitchen area) is.&nbsp; The pic of the other one had a very small booth area, where as mine, w/the tip out, has full cot length benches.&nbsp; I took a friend and neither of us have ever owned any, but we also both looked for signs of water damage/leaks and didn't see any signs of such.&nbsp; The weight part didn't really register well with me since I don't drive to begin with, and had no reference to recognize.......I just registered how small it is, and thought it couldn't possibly weigh as much as larger campers I've seen, even if it does weigh more than the same model would if made today............This is my first, and like I said, I fell in love with it on walk through, so.......??? I hope at least???&nbsp;

 

[dragonflyinthesky]

<STRONG>Its beautiful, very nice and if you have a good feel for it then wonderful. I did get confused, is this yours? If it is, you need to apply a sealent such as gutterguard along the edges and everywhere else probably. I say this because damage is evident in the pictures.&nbsp; Look at the corners inside where you can see water damage. It won't matter if there is rot since you won't be moving it often.</STRONG><BR><STRONG>There is no reason you can't apply a finish to the walls to spruce them up or even paint to lighten them. If its yours, enjoy it and do what you want.</STRONG>

 

[1ndnvr]

The link to the pics isn't for mine, which I'm still in process of paying/picking up.&nbsp; But it was similar enough to offer as an example.&nbsp; Mine shows no water damage that we could identify - but thanks for putting sealant in my mind......I know with shoes you spray them to water/snow proof them, so it would make sense that I'd want to make sure and do so here too.&nbsp;

 

[urbanhermit70]

I know this thread is old but thanks 1ndnver. I can't/don't drive but I want to buy a class A,B,C. or travel trailer so I can travel around the USA. My family or friends will help me move Arab or trailer.