Buy your camper second-hand without fear of being scammed

Pancho is your virtual assistant for buying used campers. He will review the camper with you step by step so you don't get fooled.

Why you should inspect a camper before buying it

A camper is part vehicle, part home — and that means twice the things that can go wrong. Water leaks, hidden damp, faulty gas systems and worn-out engines are just a few of the issues that can turn your dream trip into a nightmare.

Campers spend long periods parked and exposed to weather. Seals degrade, rubber perishes, and damp creeps in silently. By the time you see a stain on the ceiling, the damage underneath could already be severe.

That camper that looks ready for adventure might actually need thousands in repairs before it's road-worthy.

Pancho is like going to see the camper with a friend who knows what to look for. You show him photos, answer a few simple questions and in 15 minutes he tells you if what you see is what they're selling you. All from your phone, no appointment needed.

60%

Of used campers over 5 years old have some degree of water damage

€2,000-5,000

Average cost of repairing hidden damp damage in a used camper

1 in 3

Used campers have undisclosed issues with habitation systems

15 min

Is all it takes to inspect your camper with Pancho

Inspect with Pancho and avoid surprises

Pancho helps you inspect second-hand products in just 3 simple steps. Don't get fooled!

STEP 01

Start your inspection

Tell Pancho what you are going to inspect

✓Make and model
✓Year of manufacture
✓Main features
✓Approximate general condition
"With this data, Pancho will be prepared to guide you step by step through the inspection. No useless generic questions!
Start your inspection
STEP 02

Answer questions and upload photos

Pancho will guide you with simple questions and ask for specific photos to analyze the real condition:

✓Questions adapted to the model and year
✓Clear instructions for taking the right photos
✓Simple explanations (you don't need to be an expert!)
✓You can skip questions if you can't answer them
"Pancho explains exactly what photos he needs and how to take them. It's like carrying an expert in your pocket!
Answer questions and upload photos
STEP 03

Receive Pancho's expert opinion

Once the inspection is completed, Pancho analyzes all the information and delivers a complete report:

✓Overall score (from 0 to 10)
✓Detailed assessment of each important aspect
✓Detection of possible hidden problems
✓Personalized recommendations
✓Report you can share or save
"Pancho tells you exactly what you need to know: if it's in good condition, if there's something suspicious, or if you should keep looking. No jargon or complications!
Receive Pancho's expert opinion

Choose your package

Select the package that best suits your needs

Car
5€
5€/inspection
12€7.99€
1.6€/inspection
24€13.99€
0.93€/inspection
Bicycles
3€
3€/inspection
9€3.99€
0.8€/inspection
18€6.99€
0.47€/inspection

Inspections are counted upon completion

For the 15 and 30 day packages, the validity period starts from the beginning of the first inspection

Frequently asked questions about inspecting a used motorhome or camper

Before buying a used RV or camper, check seven visible areas: water damage on roof, corners and walls (stains, bubbled wood, soft spots); tire DOT date code under 6 years old even if tread looks fine; chassis and underbody free of flaky rust and fresh welds; appliances (three-way fridge, furnace, water heater) running in every mode; propane system with crack-free hoses and a recent professional check; house batteries at real measured capacity; and up-to-date title, registration and service records. AskPancho guides you through these points with specific photos in 15 minutes. For mechanical and propane-system checks, a workshop inspection and a certified propane technician are still recommended.
Water damage is the number-one hidden defect in RVs and campers, and it leaves visible traces if you know where to look. Check for: yellow or black stains on the ceiling, skylights and corners; bowed or soft wood (gently press walls and cabinets); a musty smell when you first step in; damp-feeling upholstery; fresh sealant around roof vents, skylights, slide-outs and seams; and water marks on the floor near the shower and entry door. A pin-style moisture meter used by a shop will spike wherever leaks are active. AskPancho tells you exactly where to take the photos to spot the visible signs.
Always ask for: a clean title in the seller's name (watch out for salvage, rebuilt or flood brands), current registration, the full DMV title history on the VIN, service records and receipts for major repairs (roof resealing, slide-outs, engine, transmission, water-damage repairs), records of the last propane-system check by a certified technician, and for class A/C motorhomes, documentation that the GVWR and axle ratings match the data plate. If something important is missing, treat it as a red flag.
Be wary if you notice: a musty or damp smell when you open the door; soft floor under the hallways, kitchen or entry step; fresh sealant covering roof seams; tires older than 6 years by DOT code even if the tread looks good; flaky rust on frame rails or wheel wells; fluid leaks under the engine or transmission; appliances the seller avoids turning on; or pressure to close without giving you time for a shop inspection. View it in daylight, with cabinets empty and appliances cold.
Ask directly: has it ever had a leak repaired, and when?, when was the propane system last checked by a certified technician?, how old are the tires by the DOT code?, do the fridge, furnace and water heater run on propane, 12V and shore power?, what is the real measured capacity of the house battery?, how many owners, and can I see the title history?, can I have it inspected at a specialized shop before buying? Consistency between the answers and what you see tells you almost everything.
AskPancho analyzes your photos and answers to detect visible signs of water damage, rust, tire age by DOT, damaged appliances and inconsistent paperwork. It doesn't replace tests that need instruments or a specialist: it can't measure internal moisture with a pin meter, perform a propane leak-down test, diagnose the chassis engine, or see structural damage hidden behind cabinetry and upholstery. The report is orientative and doesn't replace a professional workshop inspection or a propane-system check by a certified technician. Use it as a first expert opinion to decide whether the unit is worth going to see in person.

Going to see a used camper?

Inspect it with Pancho before you decide. It takes less than 15 minutes and can save you thousands.

How to inspect a used camper before buying | Ask Pancho