Finding an RV in the post-COVID market was its own adventure — inflated prices, scarce inventory, and one very memorable salesman in Louisiana.
The Post-COVID RV Market
Anyone who tried to buy an RV in the years following COVID knows how difficult the search became. RV sales skyrocketed during the pandemic as people looked for ways to travel safely and independently, and the demand-supply imbalance drove prices to levels that made even used rigs feel like luxury purchases. We spent months searching, comparing, and walking away from deals that didn't make sense.
"She was digging deeper — cross-referencing dealer inventories, reading forums, and tracking down leads that most buyers never find."
My Wife's Research Skills Save the Day
The breakthrough came entirely through my wife's research. While I was getting frustrated scrolling through the same overpriced listings, she was digging deeper — cross-referencing dealer inventories, reading forums, and tracking down leads that most buyers never find. That's how we ended up in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, talking to Dwayne: big, brawny, bald, ex-military, and quite possibly the best customer-support salesman either of us has ever encountered. He knew the product, he was straight with us, and he made the whole process feel manageable.
What We Learned from the Search
Buying an RV is not like buying a car. The variables are more complex, the price ranges are wider, and the difference between a good deal and a bad one can be tens of thousands of dollars. Our advice: take your time, do the research, and don't let urgency push you into a purchase you'll regret. The right rig is out there. And if you're lucky, you'll find a Dwayne to help you get it.
