Selling or Upgrading Your Caravan

Resale Landscape: What to Expect

• On-park vs independent sale: some parks allow private sales; others require selling through them.
• Commission & fees: parks may charge a resale commission and admin fees — ask for these in writing.
• Age/condition rules: older units may face upgrade pressure or relocation limits.
• Pitch transfer: check if the pitch license transfers to the buyer and what paperwork is needed.

Prepare Your Caravan for Sale

• Documents: pitch agreement, recent fee statements, gas/electrical certificates, manuals.
• Maintenance: fix minor defects, reseal where needed, present clean and aired.
• Photos & listing: good daylight images, clear room shots, recent exterior and chassis pics.
• Valuation: review recent on-park sales, dealer offers, and online listings for comparables.
• Timing: spring/summer viewings typically achieve stronger demand.

Commission, Admin Fees & Key Terms

• Ask for the commission % and all fees in writing before marketing your unit.
• Clarify what’s included (marketing, viewings, paperwork) and any exit/transfer charges.
• Confirm whether buyer vetting or park approval is required and the criteria used.
• Check fee settlement: how and when fees are deducted from sale proceeds.

Independent Sale & Buyer Approvals

• Confirm in writing if private/independent sales are permitted and any conditions (e.g., forms, fees).
• Ask for the approval process and timeline so buyers aren’t kept waiting.
• Provide buyers a park rules summary, latest fee schedule, and opening/closed-season details.

Handling Upgrade Pressure

• Ask for age/condition policies in writing and where they appear in your agreement.
• Request objective reasons (safety/condition) rather than general statements.
• If pressured, respond in writing asking for clarity, options, and evidence.

Template: Notifying the Park of Your Intention to Sell

Subject: Notification of Intention to Sell – Pitch [Number], [Park Name]

Dear [Manager/Operator],

I intend to sell my static caravan located at Pitch [Number], [Park Name]. Please confirm:
1) The current resale process, including any commission %, admin fees and required forms.
2) Whether private/independent sales are permitted and the approval steps for buyers.
3) What documents you require from me and from the buyer, and expected timelines.

I would be grateful for written confirmation and the relevant policy documents.

Kind regards,
[Name]
[Pitch/Account]
[Contact details]