Tired of Storing Your Old Camper? Here’s How to Get Rid of It!
The most efficient approach to dispose of an old camper or RV is to sell it to a salvage yard or dismantle it and sell the parts. You can either tow it to them or enlist their assistance in removing it. Also, you can hire a dumpster or dispose of it at a nearby dump station. It is possible to sell an old but functional camper trailer on the Internet or give it to a charity. Always remember the old saying, “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.”
First, let us know what a camper is.
What Is a Camper?
A camper is a self-propelled vehicle that serves as a mode of transportation and accommodation. A campervan is often a vehicle that has been modified to provide sleeping and living space. Any van, however, can be converted into a camper. Campers can be equipped with a “pop-up” roof for camping purposes. Alternatively, it can have a permanent roof shared with the commercial van that serves as the vehicle’s foundation or as part of a customized coach-built body. Campers often come equipped with a tiny kitchen with a refrigerator, a two-burner gas stove, and a grill. They often feature dual-voltage lighting powered by either a separate battery known as a deep-cycle or leisure battery or by AC power. Larger versions may include a water heater, space heating, air conditioning, a portable toilet, and an interior shower. Smaller ones often have a portable toilet and sometimes an exterior shower. Now that we have a basic idea about campers, let us share how you can get rid of your old camper.
How to Dispose of Old/Junk Campers
First, let us find out the easiest ways to dispose of campers or RVs, then we will discuss them further.
Donate: Donate your camper to a charitable organization. Specific organizations that accept used vehicles can also accept campers depending on their condition. As long as your camper qualifies as a donation, you can deduct it as a charitable contribution on your tax return.
Sell Online: Advertise your used camper for sale on a community website. You can sell your camper even if it is not in good condition.
Sell for Scrap: Get rid of the camper by selling it for scrap. When an old camper is deconstructed, particular salvage yards will accept it.
Dump It: Transport the camper to a nearby dump. If the dump allows such goods, you can pay a small fee to dispose of the camper.
Sell it to DIYers: A friend or acquaintance who enjoys hunting and fishing and is also a DIY enthusiast could be interested in your camper. A hunting or fishing shed can be built out of a camper that is no longer suitable for camping. These are by far the easiest way to dispose of your camper. However, there are a few other ways as well. You can also contact experienced campers or junk RV removal services to get rid of it. Now that you have a basic idea about getting rid of campers, let us discuss the details.
Donate Your Camper
Donating the camper is an excellent alternative if you do not intend to profit from it. Numerous charity groups accept donated campers. Search for such groups online and check if they can pick up your camper from wherever you are. As we shared before, contributing to a nonprofit organization might also result in tax savings. Additionally, these businesses can assist you with the paperwork and even tow the camper away. As a result, you do not need to worry about how to transport it.
Donating the camper to a nonprofit organization is also environmentally responsible and can be used for other purposes. Several Internet firms accept such charitable contributions. You may be required to complete their paperwork and adhere to their procedures. You will need to contact them via phone or fill out an online form most of the time. Then they will verify your location and ask you to fill out various forms to collect all of your personal information. Often, they will come to take up your camper and provide you with a tax receipt. You may want to check with other charitable organizations to see any additional advantages to donating.
Sell Your Camper Online
Maintaining RVs or campers can be a bit of a hassle. That old camper in your yard may be worthless to you, but it can be valuable to someone else. And the only way to discover this is to put your camper for sale online. Craigslist, eBay, and Facebook Marketplace are excellent platforms for selling old RVs or campers. Several do-it-yourselfers, tiny house enthusiasts, and antique trailer enthusiasts actively seek out these sorts of campers. You can even deconstruct the camper and sell the valuable components if you have the time and patience. There is a market for almost everything. Moreover, this is the ideal way to get some decent money for that old camper. Also, getting rid of the campers can provide you with enough backyard space to do something useful and fun.
Sell It to a Scrap or Salvage Yard
If you do not want to donate your camper, another alternative is to sell it as trash to a salvage yard or scrap yard. They will assist you in getting rid of your camper. These organizations can also be nonprofit. Additionally, you can check to determine whether you qualify for tax advantages. Selling to a scrap or salvage yard results in a far lower profit than selling to a retail customer. However, the objective is to sell it to a scrap yard only if the camper is beyond repair. Remember that the pieces of these campers are valuable to salvage yards. You can sell those components separately to get more money. With this in mind, you can bargain with salvage yards and ask for money based on what elements you believe are worth inside the camper in the negotiation.
It is possible to contact a junkyard or salvage yard and inquire if they would be able to remove your camper. The primary benefit of this is that you do not have to put in much effort. They can remove the camper from your site and compensate you immediately. You may be required to fill out certain forms to provide information about yourself, the camper type, year, and other relevant details. Unless you seek tax advantages, the whole procedure will be easy and time-saving for you.
Dump It in a Dump Station or Junkyard
Local junkyards are a fantastic choice for those who do not want to remove valuable pieces from the vehicle themselves. Do not forget to transfer the title and registration before the junkyard picks it up. The last thing you need is to be held accountable for any traffic mishaps. Check with the local authorities to see whether a dump station is available for disposal. You should determine how much it will cost. This should also be your last resort since you will be charged a fee and need to tow it to the place.
Dismantle the Trailer and Sell the Parts
This strategy can be pretty challenging for some individuals. If you have sufficient skill managing campers, you can disassemble them yourself. However, this is going to take some time. By disassembling your old camper yourself, you will be able to recycle and sell the camper components while also enlisting the assistance of other local specialists. You can contact specialists who purchase metals. You can earn a little more money this way since you will be selling the camper’s components individually rather than all together. This will be much more beneficial and lucrative if you have a proper understanding of the campers’ many components. If you have the time and skill to disassemble the camper yourself, or if you have access to a helping hand, this is the approach for you.
Sell It to DIYers
Another alternative is to seek DIYers who purchase campers to modify them. This may not be simple, but you will certainly get more money if you locate such a buyer for your old camper. This method works much better if you have an older vintage camper that is no longer usable but has retained its vintage value. Unless you come across a vintage camper enthusiast, you will never know what your camper is worth. That useless camper parked in your backyard might be more valuable than you would have thought.
Conclusion
Getting rid of an old camper can seem challenging. Not only is there a significant amount of paperwork involved, but it can also be hard to figure out your options. Letting go of the experiences you have shared with it during the years of traveling might be difficult as well. However, if you are prepared to put in the time and effort, you can find outstanding solutions. If you want to walk away with cash in hand, a trash dealer or scrap yard might be your best bet. For those who do not care about making a profit, there is always the option of taking advantage of the year-end tax relief. Good luck!
