As the RV boom during the pandemic put RVing on the minds of millions, more and more people are looking for ways to get away. So waiting several years for an ordered Leisure Travel Van wastes valuable time that you could be having adventures! So the answer may be a used Leisure Travel Van. Even though the used LTV market is a sellers market, I like to say that time is way more valuable than money, so I say get started now!

Reason #1: Wait times for new units

Due to production delays caused by the pandemic, and other factors both Sprinters and Transits have seen limited availability. This has led to fewer options when it comes to buying a new Leisure Travel Van. However, this doesn't mean that there aren't any options out there—you just need to know where to look. Used Unity and Wonder models offer a great alternative for those who want an LTV but don't want to wait until production ramps up again.

Reason # 2: Chassis options not included in newer builds

You’ve heard me say several times that Adaptive Cruise Control and the large 10” screen on my 2020 Leisure Travel Van Unity FX is why I love driving my LTV so much. I wouldn’t even consider purchasing a new LTV without these features, yet with the chassis shortages, LTV is having to purchase stripped down chassis’ in order to keep production going. This means many of the premium features of the Mercedes Benz Sprinter won’t be included with new LTVs. This will greatly affect your resale in years to come.

Getting started right now, and getting the features that are expected in a Leisure Travel Van makes getting a used model in 2023 so smart! With limited availability, years of wait time and ever increasing price hikes on new units, now is the perfect time to start shopping around for your pre-owned LTV!